Lifestyle August/September 2010

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LIFESTYLE AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2010 1 LIFESTYLE OF COMANCHE TRACE AND THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY LIFESTYLE VOLUME 1 ISSUE 3 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2010 EXPERIENCE COMANCHE TRACE COMANCHE TRACE BILL DILLARD FROM BOOM TO BUST AND BACK AGAIN

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LIFESTYLE - THE MAGAZINE OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY is the Texas Hill Country’s premier luxury and lifestyle magazine. Residents in the Hill Country expect nothing but the best, and LIFESTYLE aims to meet that expectation. LIFESTYLE is Luxury Living. Our editorial features witty and inviting writing coupled with breathtaking photography. If it is happening in the Texas Hill Country, you’ll read about it in LIFESTYLE. Our goal is to be THE authority on Texas Hill Country living!

Transcript of Lifestyle August/September 2010

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 1

l ifest yleO f C O m a n C h e t r a C e a n d t h e t e x a s h i l l C O u n t r yl i fest yle

VOLUME 1 ISSUE 3 AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

e x p e r i e n C e C O m a n C h e t r a C eC O m a n C h e t r a C e

Bill dillardfrOm BOOm tO Bustand BaCK aGain

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and provide a true value for their investment

2009

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O f C O m a n C h e t r a C e a n d t h e t e x a s h i l l C O u n t r y

l i f e s t y l e

WELCOME

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Table OF CONTeNTS 4

CaleNDaR OF eVeNTS 8 GROUPS 10

Driveway Drinkers

FITNeSS 14waTer aerOBiCs - a COOL wOrkOUT

GOlF 16 DINING 20 DaYTRIPS 24

SHOPPING 26GOUrMeT GeTs

eVeNTS 30

COVeR STORY 32OiL Man

FeaTURe STORY 40

THe arT OF CHarLes inGraM

Real eSTaTe UPDaTe 43

FeaTURe 44 kerrviLLe MUniCiPaL airPOrT

HOMe TOUR 46

Real eSTaTe lISTINGS 56

COMMUNITY 63

PeT PROFIle 65

Contents

PUBLISHERSSchooley Media Ventures LLCComanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLCBenjamin D Schooley ndash CEOPresidentbensmvtexascom

Jeanna Goodrich ndash Associate Publisherjeannasmvtexascom Tamara Hooks - Creative Directortamarasmvtexascom

Alison Turner - Operations Manageralisonsmvtexascom

Comanche Trace2801 Comanche Trace DriveKerrville Texas 78028

CONTACTComanche Trace Lifestyle Magazine2733 Indian Wells KerrvilleTexas 78208210-507-5250infosmvtexascom

LIFESTYLE is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC 203 Shadywood Boerne TX 78006 Printed in the USA All rights reserved 2010 All rights reserved No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions Manuscripts photographs and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Comanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLC or Comanche Trace residents Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC assumes no liability for misinformation omissions or errors

Dear Lifestyle ReaderDear Lifestyle reader

I always look forward to summer because the Texas Hill Country has the most beautiful weather blue skies puffy clouds andhellipgolf Golf at Comanche Trace does not get any better The comments we receive on our course condition are outstanding from folks who play on championship courses nationwide Our members know that our fairways and greens are in the best condition every day Scott Parker Head Golf Course Superintendent at Comanche Trace has been with us since day one of construction His knowledge of turf and course maintenance has brought this golf course to

the forefront of championship golf in Texas and this region Give Scott a pat on the back when you see him next time

As we ease into the lazy days of summer I hope you will make time for some fishing at our private lake and take in a picnic at the River Park These amenities are sometimes overlooked but are available to residents of Comanche Trace The lake is stocked with perch bass and catfish and though itrsquos catch and release the fun is in the thrill of the chasemdashand these fish love to chase I hope you enjoyed the July 4th event at the River Park When Sherri suggested a dunking booth with me in it I hesitated (wouldnrsquot anybody) But I thought of all the camaraderie in this community and the excitement it would generate It was exciting but letrsquos just say I was glad when my shift was over and we were able to raise some needed funds for Hill Country CARES

Have you noticed some recent changes in personnel Our own Robert Kent has been promoted to Service Director of the restaurant outside golf operations and poolside service staff Robert has been 1st Assistant Golf Professional for Comanche Trace for the past year and he has a tremendous service record Join me in congratulating him on this promotion

Comanche Trace has opened its arms to hundreds of new residents As I mentioned last month we currently have 14 custom homes under construction and are anticipating approximately 29 new custom home starts this year and early 2011 Many of those folks are joining the club now so when they make the move permanently to Kerrville they have a ready-made network of friends I am very excited about the direction our club is headed Confidence among members is strong and prospective buyers are choosing to live here

I am encouraged by our position in the club market Event bookings continue to be strong as are membership sales Our golf activities draw in greater numbers of member participants and we look with great anticipation to the coming year

All the best

Trevor Hyde PRESIDENT

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CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

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GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 3

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O f C O m a n C h e t r a C e a n d t h e t e x a s h i l l C O u n t r y

l i f e s t y l e

WELCOME

4 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

Table OF CONTeNTS 4

CaleNDaR OF eVeNTS 8 GROUPS 10

Driveway Drinkers

FITNeSS 14waTer aerOBiCs - a COOL wOrkOUT

GOlF 16 DINING 20 DaYTRIPS 24

SHOPPING 26GOUrMeT GeTs

eVeNTS 30

COVeR STORY 32OiL Man

FeaTURe STORY 40

THe arT OF CHarLes inGraM

Real eSTaTe UPDaTe 43

FeaTURe 44 kerrviLLe MUniCiPaL airPOrT

HOMe TOUR 46

Real eSTaTe lISTINGS 56

COMMUNITY 63

PeT PROFIle 65

Contents

PUBLISHERSSchooley Media Ventures LLCComanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLCBenjamin D Schooley ndash CEOPresidentbensmvtexascom

Jeanna Goodrich ndash Associate Publisherjeannasmvtexascom Tamara Hooks - Creative Directortamarasmvtexascom

Alison Turner - Operations Manageralisonsmvtexascom

Comanche Trace2801 Comanche Trace DriveKerrville Texas 78028

CONTACTComanche Trace Lifestyle Magazine2733 Indian Wells KerrvilleTexas 78208210-507-5250infosmvtexascom

LIFESTYLE is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC 203 Shadywood Boerne TX 78006 Printed in the USA All rights reserved 2010 All rights reserved No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions Manuscripts photographs and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Comanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLC or Comanche Trace residents Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC assumes no liability for misinformation omissions or errors

Dear Lifestyle ReaderDear Lifestyle reader

I always look forward to summer because the Texas Hill Country has the most beautiful weather blue skies puffy clouds andhellipgolf Golf at Comanche Trace does not get any better The comments we receive on our course condition are outstanding from folks who play on championship courses nationwide Our members know that our fairways and greens are in the best condition every day Scott Parker Head Golf Course Superintendent at Comanche Trace has been with us since day one of construction His knowledge of turf and course maintenance has brought this golf course to

the forefront of championship golf in Texas and this region Give Scott a pat on the back when you see him next time

As we ease into the lazy days of summer I hope you will make time for some fishing at our private lake and take in a picnic at the River Park These amenities are sometimes overlooked but are available to residents of Comanche Trace The lake is stocked with perch bass and catfish and though itrsquos catch and release the fun is in the thrill of the chasemdashand these fish love to chase I hope you enjoyed the July 4th event at the River Park When Sherri suggested a dunking booth with me in it I hesitated (wouldnrsquot anybody) But I thought of all the camaraderie in this community and the excitement it would generate It was exciting but letrsquos just say I was glad when my shift was over and we were able to raise some needed funds for Hill Country CARES

Have you noticed some recent changes in personnel Our own Robert Kent has been promoted to Service Director of the restaurant outside golf operations and poolside service staff Robert has been 1st Assistant Golf Professional for Comanche Trace for the past year and he has a tremendous service record Join me in congratulating him on this promotion

Comanche Trace has opened its arms to hundreds of new residents As I mentioned last month we currently have 14 custom homes under construction and are anticipating approximately 29 new custom home starts this year and early 2011 Many of those folks are joining the club now so when they make the move permanently to Kerrville they have a ready-made network of friends I am very excited about the direction our club is headed Confidence among members is strong and prospective buyers are choosing to live here

I am encouraged by our position in the club market Event bookings continue to be strong as are membership sales Our golf activities draw in greater numbers of member participants and we look with great anticipation to the coming year

All the best

Trevor Hyde PRESIDENT

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 7

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CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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Your LifeOur Calling

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

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Mike Stavinoha | 830 370 9481 | 3509 Trailhead Kerrville Texas 78028 | mssstavyahoocom

Stavinoha Enterprises is committed to crafting quality homes that compliment our clientsrsquo lifestyles

and provide a true value for their investment

2009

Peoplersquos

Choice

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Winner

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O f C O m a n C h e t r a C e a n d t h e t e x a s h i l l C O u n t r y

l i f e s t y l e

WELCOME

4 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

Table OF CONTeNTS 4

CaleNDaR OF eVeNTS 8 GROUPS 10

Driveway Drinkers

FITNeSS 14waTer aerOBiCs - a COOL wOrkOUT

GOlF 16 DINING 20 DaYTRIPS 24

SHOPPING 26GOUrMeT GeTs

eVeNTS 30

COVeR STORY 32OiL Man

FeaTURe STORY 40

THe arT OF CHarLes inGraM

Real eSTaTe UPDaTe 43

FeaTURe 44 kerrviLLe MUniCiPaL airPOrT

HOMe TOUR 46

Real eSTaTe lISTINGS 56

COMMUNITY 63

PeT PROFIle 65

Contents

PUBLISHERSSchooley Media Ventures LLCComanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLCBenjamin D Schooley ndash CEOPresidentbensmvtexascom

Jeanna Goodrich ndash Associate Publisherjeannasmvtexascom Tamara Hooks - Creative Directortamarasmvtexascom

Alison Turner - Operations Manageralisonsmvtexascom

Comanche Trace2801 Comanche Trace DriveKerrville Texas 78028

CONTACTComanche Trace Lifestyle Magazine2733 Indian Wells KerrvilleTexas 78208210-507-5250infosmvtexascom

LIFESTYLE is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC 203 Shadywood Boerne TX 78006 Printed in the USA All rights reserved 2010 All rights reserved No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions Manuscripts photographs and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Comanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLC or Comanche Trace residents Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC assumes no liability for misinformation omissions or errors

Dear Lifestyle ReaderDear Lifestyle reader

I always look forward to summer because the Texas Hill Country has the most beautiful weather blue skies puffy clouds andhellipgolf Golf at Comanche Trace does not get any better The comments we receive on our course condition are outstanding from folks who play on championship courses nationwide Our members know that our fairways and greens are in the best condition every day Scott Parker Head Golf Course Superintendent at Comanche Trace has been with us since day one of construction His knowledge of turf and course maintenance has brought this golf course to

the forefront of championship golf in Texas and this region Give Scott a pat on the back when you see him next time

As we ease into the lazy days of summer I hope you will make time for some fishing at our private lake and take in a picnic at the River Park These amenities are sometimes overlooked but are available to residents of Comanche Trace The lake is stocked with perch bass and catfish and though itrsquos catch and release the fun is in the thrill of the chasemdashand these fish love to chase I hope you enjoyed the July 4th event at the River Park When Sherri suggested a dunking booth with me in it I hesitated (wouldnrsquot anybody) But I thought of all the camaraderie in this community and the excitement it would generate It was exciting but letrsquos just say I was glad when my shift was over and we were able to raise some needed funds for Hill Country CARES

Have you noticed some recent changes in personnel Our own Robert Kent has been promoted to Service Director of the restaurant outside golf operations and poolside service staff Robert has been 1st Assistant Golf Professional for Comanche Trace for the past year and he has a tremendous service record Join me in congratulating him on this promotion

Comanche Trace has opened its arms to hundreds of new residents As I mentioned last month we currently have 14 custom homes under construction and are anticipating approximately 29 new custom home starts this year and early 2011 Many of those folks are joining the club now so when they make the move permanently to Kerrville they have a ready-made network of friends I am very excited about the direction our club is headed Confidence among members is strong and prospective buyers are choosing to live here

I am encouraged by our position in the club market Event bookings continue to be strong as are membership sales Our golf activities draw in greater numbers of member participants and we look with great anticipation to the coming year

All the best

Trevor Hyde PRESIDENT

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6 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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We have established a reputation

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 7

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8 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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Your LifeOur Calling

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

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ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

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Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

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X LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

O f C O m a n C h e t r a C e a n d t h e t e x a s h i l l C O u n t r y

l i f e s t y l e

WELCOME

4 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

Table OF CONTeNTS 4

CaleNDaR OF eVeNTS 8 GROUPS 10

Driveway Drinkers

FITNeSS 14waTer aerOBiCs - a COOL wOrkOUT

GOlF 16 DINING 20 DaYTRIPS 24

SHOPPING 26GOUrMeT GeTs

eVeNTS 30

COVeR STORY 32OiL Man

FeaTURe STORY 40

THe arT OF CHarLes inGraM

Real eSTaTe UPDaTe 43

FeaTURe 44 kerrviLLe MUniCiPaL airPOrT

HOMe TOUR 46

Real eSTaTe lISTINGS 56

COMMUNITY 63

PeT PROFIle 65

Contents

PUBLISHERSSchooley Media Ventures LLCComanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLCBenjamin D Schooley ndash CEOPresidentbensmvtexascom

Jeanna Goodrich ndash Associate Publisherjeannasmvtexascom Tamara Hooks - Creative Directortamarasmvtexascom

Alison Turner - Operations Manageralisonsmvtexascom

Comanche Trace2801 Comanche Trace DriveKerrville Texas 78028

CONTACTComanche Trace Lifestyle Magazine2733 Indian Wells KerrvilleTexas 78208210-507-5250infosmvtexascom

LIFESTYLE is published bi-monthly through a joint venture between Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC No reproduction in any form is authorized without the consent of both Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC 203 Shadywood Boerne TX 78006 Printed in the USA All rights reserved 2010 All rights reserved No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited submissions Manuscripts photographs and other submitted material can be acknowledged or returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope The content contained does not necessarily reflect the opinions and views of Comanche Trace Schooley Media Ventures LLC or Comanche Trace residents Comanche Trace and Schooley Media Ventures LLC assumes no liability for misinformation omissions or errors

Dear Lifestyle ReaderDear Lifestyle reader

I always look forward to summer because the Texas Hill Country has the most beautiful weather blue skies puffy clouds andhellipgolf Golf at Comanche Trace does not get any better The comments we receive on our course condition are outstanding from folks who play on championship courses nationwide Our members know that our fairways and greens are in the best condition every day Scott Parker Head Golf Course Superintendent at Comanche Trace has been with us since day one of construction His knowledge of turf and course maintenance has brought this golf course to

the forefront of championship golf in Texas and this region Give Scott a pat on the back when you see him next time

As we ease into the lazy days of summer I hope you will make time for some fishing at our private lake and take in a picnic at the River Park These amenities are sometimes overlooked but are available to residents of Comanche Trace The lake is stocked with perch bass and catfish and though itrsquos catch and release the fun is in the thrill of the chasemdashand these fish love to chase I hope you enjoyed the July 4th event at the River Park When Sherri suggested a dunking booth with me in it I hesitated (wouldnrsquot anybody) But I thought of all the camaraderie in this community and the excitement it would generate It was exciting but letrsquos just say I was glad when my shift was over and we were able to raise some needed funds for Hill Country CARES

Have you noticed some recent changes in personnel Our own Robert Kent has been promoted to Service Director of the restaurant outside golf operations and poolside service staff Robert has been 1st Assistant Golf Professional for Comanche Trace for the past year and he has a tremendous service record Join me in congratulating him on this promotion

Comanche Trace has opened its arms to hundreds of new residents As I mentioned last month we currently have 14 custom homes under construction and are anticipating approximately 29 new custom home starts this year and early 2011 Many of those folks are joining the club now so when they make the move permanently to Kerrville they have a ready-made network of friends I am very excited about the direction our club is headed Confidence among members is strong and prospective buyers are choosing to live here

I am encouraged by our position in the club market Event bookings continue to be strong as are membership sales Our golf activities draw in greater numbers of member participants and we look with great anticipation to the coming year

All the best

Trevor Hyde PRESIDENT

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CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

ADVERTISEMENT

Nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potentialbull Tax-free withdrawalsbull

Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

Assets left to heirs will be taxable as bull ordinary income upon withdrawal

ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

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open 7 days a week

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 5: Lifestyle August/September 2010

THREE HILL COUNTRY LOCATIONS

KERRVILLE 830-896-50001145 Junction Highway207-C Sidney Baker

THE HCSB HILL COUNTRY LENDING TEAM

L to R Cynthia Scroggins Margaret Jobes Ronnie Miller Stephen Harris J David Williams Brett McDowell Gregg Appel and Marcus Vidrine

Conventional and Jumbo Fixed Rate LoansLot LoansInterim Construction Loans

Owner OccupiedInvestment PropertyRural Property

Yoursquoll be doing business with bankers you know and trust in Kerrville and Fredericksburg at

a bank thatrsquos been strong and stable for 75 years Why choose to bank anywhere elseGet the best real estate financing the Hill Country has to offer with help from the lenders at HCSB

FREDERICKSBURG 830-997-5544710 South Adams Street

Wersquore here financing homes and dreams in the Hill Country

6 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

6 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

CENTURION CUSTOM HOMES2024 TOSCANO WAY KERRVILLE TX 78028 C 830-370-2724 P 830-895-1226

With more than 35 years

of combined experience we at

Centurion Custom Homes are known

for building beautiful Hill Country

homes of the very best order

We have established a reputation

for delivering exceptional customer

service and for paying careful

attention to every aspect of the job

down to the smallest detail

CENTURIONCUSTOM HOMES

ldquoWe loved everything about our experience with Centurion Custom Homes from start to finishrdquo - Dr Jon and Bobbie Snelling

w w w c en t ur ion h o m e s t x c o m

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 7

Kerrville 530 - 630 am with Dr Kathrine Seale

CALL or SIGN UP ONLINE(830) 377-3352

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Just ONE hour a day to the NEW YOU

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STOP THE ldquoWAISTrdquoCircuit Training Core

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all shapes sizesand abilities

8 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

12 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

SHOPPING

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

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Page 6: Lifestyle August/September 2010

6 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

6 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

CENTURION CUSTOM HOMES2024 TOSCANO WAY KERRVILLE TX 78028 C 830-370-2724 P 830-895-1226

With more than 35 years

of combined experience we at

Centurion Custom Homes are known

for building beautiful Hill Country

homes of the very best order

We have established a reputation

for delivering exceptional customer

service and for paying careful

attention to every aspect of the job

down to the smallest detail

CENTURIONCUSTOM HOMES

ldquoWe loved everything about our experience with Centurion Custom Homes from start to finishrdquo - Dr Jon and Bobbie Snelling

w w w c en t ur ion h o m e s t x c o m

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 7

Kerrville 530 - 630 am with Dr Kathrine Seale

CALL or SIGN UP ONLINE(830) 377-3352

KerrvilleBootCampcom

Just ONE hour a day to the NEW YOU

Adventure Boot Camp uses funenergizing outdoor workouts to get you

leaner firmer and stronger in 4 weeks flatEVERYONE IS SUCCESSFUL

IS YOUR FITNESS

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STOP THE ldquoWAISTrdquoCircuit Training Core

Conditioning Hiking

Obstacle Courses Weight

Training Pilates and more

all shapes sizesand abilities

8 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

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16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

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LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 7

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CALL or SIGN UP ONLINE(830) 377-3352

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8 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

12 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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When the Details MatterExquisitely crafted and tailored to the

specifications of each of our customers for over

a decade White Construction Company has

created and delivered dream homes incorporating

premier features while capturing each

homeownerrsquos spirit Each home is as individual

and distinct as each customer Our commitment

to quality and attention to detail ensures a

superior-built home with enduring value

Fine Cus tom Homes

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

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Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

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COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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8 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

CALENDAR

AUGUST SEPTEMBERNeW aUGUST 3RD aND SePTeMbeR 7THGaRDeN ClUb The Garden Clubwill meet in the Menrsquos lounge at 200pm Watch weekly Comanche Trace e-blastfor upcoming meeting details

eVeRY SaTURDaY NIGHTPRIMe RIbat the Pinnacle Grill COMING SOONSPeCIal laDIeS Tea aND FaSHION SHOWWatch weeklyComanche Trace e-blastfor more details

auGust 4th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 5th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 6thCOUPleS TWIlIGHT at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

auGust 10bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with august Host Helen Herd as soon as possible (830) 895-4373

CHICKeN NIGHT aT PINNaCle GRIll

auGust 11MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladies lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Judy Sengel amp Tallulah Furtney

auGust 12thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

auGust 14th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

auGust 17KIDSrsquo baCK-TO-SCHOOl PaRTY500-800pm at the Comanche TraceSwimming Pool

auGust 18th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

auGust 19thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

bOOK ClUbIn august the Comanche Tracebook Club will explore the New York Times bestseller ldquoThe elegance of the Hedgehogrdquo by Muriel barbery This novel celebrates those small but perfect moments in life when time stops and everything thereafter is changed Roberta Kinneburg will facilitate the discussion at 430pm in the clubhouse

auGust 21st amp 22nd COUPleS ClUb CHaMPIONSHIPa fun two-day event played on all three courses Play on Saturday begins in the morning Play on Sunday begins at 1200pm followed by dinner and awards in the Vista Room Please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500 to sign up

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 9

AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

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AUGUST SEPTEMBERauGust 24bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Players please bring $100 to each play date RSVP as soon as possible with august Host Helen Herd to guarantee your spot (830) 895-4373

auGust 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTIONWednesday at 900am

auGust 26thlaDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

WINe TaSTING aND STeaK NIGHT6pm at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 27SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

auGust 28COMaNCHe TRaCe ReSIDeNTS GaRaGe SaleWatch weekly e-blast for more details auGust 29th THe SKINS GaMeThis fun 9-hole event is sponsored by our own members Members host a silent auction on Saturday night enjoy complimentary cocktails and bid on golf rounds and equipment Play begins Sunday at 300pm Six players along

with their caddies play in this fundraiser designed to thank the staff at Comanche Trace If you would like to donate please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

septemBer 1stMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900am

PaSTa NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 2nd laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTIONThursday at 900am

septemBer 6ClUb OPeN - labor Day Monday

septemBer 7th amp 8th COURSe ClOSeD for aerification

SePTeMbeR 13TH5TH aNNUal ReSIDeNTrsquoS PaRTYWatch weekley e-blast for more details

septemBer 14bRIDGe ClUb2pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP ResponsePlease bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

CHICKeN NIGHTat the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 15thMeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Wednesday at 900amseptemBer 15MaHJONG ClUbJoin fellow players in the ladiesrsquo lounge at 100pm for some lively rounds Please RSVP with Peggy Hipple amp Diana Martin

bOOK ClUbldquoOlive Kitteridgerdquo by elizabeth Stroutis the Comanche Trace book club selection for SeptemberThis collection of short stories reads more like a novel due to the recurring character a retired seventh-grade math teacher living a quiet lifein a small town in Maine but who is anything but boring betty Henderson will lead the discussion at 430pmin the clubhouse

septemBer 16th laDIeSrsquo GOlF aSSOCIaTION Thursday at 900am

septemBer 17thCOUPleSrsquo TWIlIGHT GOlF Rounds start at 500pm followed by dinner at 715pm

septemBer 22STeaK NIGHT at the Pinnacle GrillWINe TaSTING 6pm

septemBer 20th ndash 23rdTHe WOMeNrsquoS TeXaS SeNIOR

STROKe PlaY CHaMPIONSHIP featuring some of the best Senior Women from around the state of Texas To learn more about this WTGa annual event visit the website at wwwwomenstexasgolforg

septemBer 24SeaFOOD NIGHT at the Pinnacle Grill

septemBer 25th MeNrsquoS GOlF aSSOCIaTION Saturday at 900am

septemBer 28thROaD RallY watch for more details

bRIDGe ClUb200pm Players of all levels are welcome Table arrangements will be based on RSVP Response Please bring $100 to each play date To guarantee your spot as a player please RSVP with September Host Joyce Filgo as soon as possible

septemBer 30th - OCtOBer 2ndTHe MeNrsquoS MeMbeRGUeSTldquoTHe FUTURITYrdquo This all-inclusive three day event is a chance for each member to bring one guest The event showcases our immaculate playing surfacesoutstanding food and hospitalityThere will be entertainment and teegifts from our vendors fromTaylorMade and adidas To sign upcall the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

12 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

SHOPPING

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

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Page 10: Lifestyle August/September 2010

10 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GROUPS

DRIVEWAY DRINKERSDRIVEWAY DRINKERS

Robert and Jennifer Kent and Bob SmelserDon Jones and John elliotthe Rock Barn Driveway Drinkers

THE DRIVEWAY DRINKERS SOCIETY (DDS) has certainly made a name for itself Used as a selling point by realtors and duplicated elsewhere in Comanche Trace the phenomenon is catching Members have even made t-shirts The concept is a simple one bring a chair a drink and yourself then get to know your neighbors and have a great time

The original idea for the DDS comes from Bill and Peggy Hipple who brought the idea from their previous residence in Gulf Breeze Florida Bill and Peggy moved from Florida to get away from hurricanes in June 2006 (An interesting fact about the Hipples They built their home through the telephone and Internet)

There is no official membership you just have to live on Rock Barn Street or know someone on Rock Barn Street to attend Invitations are informal as well Flyers are posted by the central mailboxes a week in advance of a get-together The DDS meets at least once a month depending on the weather

The only Driveway Drinkersrsquo faux pas is the belief that you have to drink alcohol to come to a gathering This is not the case as cups are filled with anything from iced tea to ice-cold Shiner Bock

If you find yourself down the Rock Barn way stop by and say hi to the driveway drinkers get to know your neighbors and have a great time

By Alison turner

ELENA CHANGED THE CUTLINE TO BOB INSTEAD OF ROBERT

THE ACRONYM DDS STANDS FOR DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY - OR DENTIST- SO WE THOUGHT IT MIGHT CONFUSE READERS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

12 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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specifications of each of our customers for over

a decade White Construction Company has

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homeownerrsquos spirit Each home is as individual

and distinct as each customer Our commitment

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Fine Cus tom Homes

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

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The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

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AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

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fliGht times

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 11

New beginningshellip

Every fall a new class of Schreiner University

freshmen begin their journey of intellectual discovery

But learning is not just for youthhellipitrsquos a habit of mind

As our academic year begins this fall we hope you will join us on

campus for lectures sports events seminars concerts theatrical

productions coffeehouses and much more Please make it a habit to

regularly browse the Schreiner online calendarhelliptherersquos a link on the

homepage wwwschreineredu You can even sign up for e-mail

notification of events within a chosen category If yoursquod rather talk

to a person (yes really) telephone the Office of Advancement amp Public

Affairs at 8307927201

The Class of 2013 Schreiner Universityrsquos 2009 freshmen

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

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From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

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Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

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1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

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830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

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14 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

FITNESS

the COOlWOrKOut

Swimming is a great activity that will have you wishing for the summer heat year-round Whether you are starting to get in shape looking for cross training options or doing rehabilitation you may want to consider swimming Exercise in general improves your physical and mental health but swimming and water aerobics have additional health benefits

WhOle-BOdy COnditiOninGSwimming tones your upper and lower body while using most of the major muscle groups Water work helps build muscle mass and improve balance and coordination The best strokes for all-over body toning are the freestyle breaststroke and backstroke

lOW risK Of inJuryIf yoursquore looking for a safe workout routine swimming or water aerobics are ideal because you can rigorously work out with a reduced chance of injury When you are buoyant you reduce the amount of stress on your bones joints and connective tissues You also weigh 10 percent less in water

lOW-impaCt exerCiseWater aerobics and swimming provide a gentle low-impact workout that is still challenging and effective Water aerobics is perfect for those who are pregnant older overweight or have arthritis osteoporosis or lower back pain

imprOVed BlOOd pressureStudies have shown that water work-outs help reduce andor prevent high blood pressure lowering your risk for heart disease and stroke Swimming also increases circulation

stress reduCtiOn Water workouts are extremely relaxing because they allow more oxygen toflow to your muscles forcing you to regulate your breathing Since bodies are made up of about 60 water itrsquos no wonder people are naturally drawn to water

Great sOCial Outlet Taking a water aerobics or swimming class is a great way to meet new people Challenging each other and sharing in the hard work creates camaraderie

So take the plunge A typical water workout lasts 40-50 minutes Before you know it you will look and feel better

By Donna Bowyer

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 15

dOnna BOWyer CptCERTIFICATIONS AQUA INTRUCTOR AQUA SPECIALIST PERSONAL TRAINER SPECIALIST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINER GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR ZUMBA FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

mOndayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amtuesdayZumba class 600pmWednesdayWeight class 800amZumba class 915amAqua class 1020amfridayZumba class 900amAqua class 1020am

BOWyer BOOtCamp sChedule

16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

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16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

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Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

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The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

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From Concept to Completion

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DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Financial Advisor

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Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

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830-895-8500 ext 249

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830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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KEY CONTACTS

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

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16 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

GOLF

Golf UpdateBy Tony Johnson

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 17

GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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Your LifeOur Calling

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

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Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

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46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

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830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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GolfSummer gross division and Dave Phelps won first place net Congratulations to all those players who took first in their flights

I also wanted to take a moment to recap our Kid Comanche Camp This summer staple has become a favorite event for kids The camp begins on Tuesday and goes through Friday Each day the camp offers golf tennis and swimming The week finishes on Friday with a big pizza party and a dip in the pool This year we had some new faces who experienced Kid Comanche for the first time and also ones who have come back year after year

Right around the corner we are hosting the 2010 Menrsquos MemberGuest ldquoThe Futurityrdquo This all-inclusive three-day event will showcase our beautiful golf course immaculate greens and our outstanding food and hospitality This yearrsquos event is lined up with a full schedule of events including golf dining entertainment a ladiesrsquo spa day and tee gifts from our vendors TaylorMade and Adidas The staff and I are looking forward to making this yearrsquos event a great success and a memorable one for you and your guest Last year Albert Fields and Ben Bender beat out Bob Byrne and Dan Lubbock on the last hole to become the Futurity Champions To sign up or to receive further information for this yearrsquos Futurity please call the golf shop at (830) 895-8500

This summer has been an excellent season for golf at Comanche Trace In June we hosted some major events including the LGA Exchange Day the Menrsquos Club Championship and the Kid Comanche Camp

On June 3rd we hosted the LGA Exchange day With the help of Jan Woolnough and the LGA participants the event was a great success The team of Helen Herd Debbie Wade Diana Henry and Mary Morrison took home first place

The heat proved no match for our best players in the Menrsquos Club Championship The championship flight played three rounds on all three courses and the scores were pretty close each day Our new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion was Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 Congratulations to Matt for his outstanding play during all three rounds BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

In the Presidentrsquos Flight Alan Hunt won first place gross while Jimmy Locke locked up first place net In the Vice Presidentrsquos Flight Richard Peace won the

Tony Johnson PGA Head Golf ProfessionalComanche Trace

By Tony Johnson PGA

Advances in golf equipment have changed the way we play golf Golf clubs are engineered to correct misstrikes and balls are designed to create less rotation so players can keep the ball in play more through the green

Yet the one thing that hasnrsquot changed is the art of putting Instead of swinging hard and hoping to hit the longest shot putting is an art form of feel and solid putts One of the best techniques used by professionals to hit more solid putts is to put two tees down on both sides of the putter and begin making practice strokes This will give you an indication as to which way yoursquore hitting in your follow-through stroke The best way to gain this feeling is making practice strokes looking at your target and gauging the speed at which you should be stroking the putt Great putters have always practiced by putting balls while they are looking at the hole This technique helps players pick up on the touch and the speed of the greens As all good players will tell you putting makes almost 45 of the game so to become a better golfer and shoot lower scores put a little time into practicing putting Then watch your scores improve

BEING ABETTER PUTTER

18 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 19

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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Your LifeOur Calling

24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

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Kid COmanChe CampThis summer staple has become a favorite event for kids Each day the campers enjoy golf tennis and swimming The weeklong camp finishes with a big pizza party and one last dip in the pool

the menrsquos CluB ChampiOnshipOur new Club Champion and Senior Club Champion is Matt Griffin with scores of 74 78 and 74 BK Cody finished second with a consistent score of 77 77 and 77

Matt Griffin - the Menrsquos Club Champion and senior Champion

BK Cody putting on 13 Matt Griffin hitting his approach shot

Championship Flight approaching 18

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

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The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

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AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

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fliGht times

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

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DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

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The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Financial Advisor

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Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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TO

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YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

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Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

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The history of Mexican food as we know it dates back to the 16th century with the arrival of Spanish explorers and the subsequent mingling of Spanish and Aztec customs flavors and ingredients This combination in food eventually led to the creation of the Mexican cuisine we are familiar with today Spanish influences on Mexican ingredients include meats citrus fruit garlic cheese milk and wine while Aztec influences include beans corn and squash The preparation of common Mexican dishes varies regionally due to the availability of local ingredients Throughout the centuries Mexican food has continued to evolve with influence of other countries These changes include the emergence of Tex-Mex food which are the blended flavors and styles of Northern Mexico and the Southwest United States

Mexican food is best known for its iconic chiles Many varieties of chiles are grown in Mexico including habaneros jalapenos and poblanoes Poblano peppers have a mild flavor and are great for soups and other

dishes They can be grilled or roasted to bring out the sweet yet spicy flavor combination On the more extreme end of the chile spectrum are the habanero and jalapeno which are used for hot sauces and spicy dishes Jalapenos are even more versatile peppers used in hotter dishes and also made into chipotles Chipotles are actually red jalapenos that have been dried and smoked They are known for their sweet smoky flavor and are great for salads and dressings

Mexican food is also known for its great array of cheeses These cheeses come in many varieties including Chihuahua Asadero Cotija and Panelandashto name a few Chihuahua cheese is similar to Gouda in texture and flavor Aasadero and Chihuahua cheeses are both great for topping dishes as they melt well Cotija cheese is salty and strong and is known for the zest it adds to pasta or casserole dishes

Although we are familiar with a wide variety of Mexican spices and herbs like cilantro and cumin there

are less known flavorings and plants used in Mexican dishes Piloncillo (Mexican Sugar) is used in desserts baked goods and holiday dishes Chaya well-known to the Mayan culture is similar to spinach and packs an even richer flavor Epazote is a leafy vegetable and herb with a pungent flavor It is most often used with black beans for flavormdashand it is a traditional treatment of various medical conditions

There are a wide variety of herbs spices plants and vegetables to use when cooking authentic Mexican food Many of these ingredients can be found at your local supermarket in the specialty section or in Mexican supermarkets or restaurants But for the best quality of ingredients always go to your local farmers market or fresh produce store Remember the key to quality Mexican cooking is the same as any other cuisine you must use fine-quality ingredients

DINING

David LopezExecutive ChefComanche TraceMexican Food

By David Lopez

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

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Your LifeOur Calling

24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

SHOPPING

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spoil your kitchen rotten with some of the finest treats eats and scrumptious sweets that gourmet retailers have to offer Whether entertaining summer guests or treating yourself to an evening on the patio delight your tastebuds with these Gourmet Gets

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 21

INGREDIENTS

bull 5 medium dried ancho chilies seededbull 2 garlic cloves peeled and choppedbull 12 cup grated Mexican quesobull 1 small thinly-chopped onionbull 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie)bull 12 corn tortillasbull 13 cup vegetable oil

PREPARATION

In a hot skillet roast peppers then place in a bowl with hot water for 20 minutes to rehydrate Next transfer the chiles to a food processor add 112 cups of the soaking liquid along with the garlic Blend until smooth then strain through a medium mesh The consistency should be similar to canned tomato sauce Season with salt

Heat oven to 350 degrees Place the sauce and tortillas near the stove with a baking sheet beside them Set a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil Heat oil until hot then dip both sides of the tortilla into the sauce and lay it in the oil Let it sear and sizzle for about 20 seconds then use a small spatula to flip it over Sear the other side for 20 seconds Transfer to the baking sheet folding it in half Continue dipping and frying remaining tortillas Arrange the fried folded tortillas in a group and pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes Pull out warm tortillas top with shredded chicken grated cheese and sliced onions Generously smother with remaining sauce and garnish with additional cheese

RED CHILE ENCHILADAS

DINING

22 LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010

222 Sidney Baker S Suite 350-I Kerrville TX 78028 8308955803Fee based investment advice portfolio management and financial planning offered through Fortune Financial Services LLC 12222 Merit Dr 1200 Dallas TX 75251 an SEC registered investment adviser Securities Representative of and securities offered through Silver Oak Securities Inc 3339 North Highland Avenue Jackson TN 38305 (731) 668-3825 Member FINRASIPC Fortune Financial Services LLC is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Silver Oak Securities Inc

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Ann Robertson PresidentClay Robertson Vice-President 830-896-4200

wwwpetersonrmccom

Your LifeOur Calling

24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

SHOPPING

GetsGourmet

teXAs oLIVe RAnCH oLIVe oIL-teXAsoLIVeRAnCHCoM - $10

DRInK GARnIsHes - sABLeampRosenFeLDCoM $5 - $10

MessInA HoF CABeRnet- MessInAHoFCoM - $44

RIeDeL AMADeo WIne DeCAnteR- WIneentHUsIAstCoM - $340

MARGARItA RIMMInG sALt - CRAteampBARReLCoM - $5

HeRBs De PRoVenCe - WILLIAMs sonoMA - $18

LeMon LIMe sWIRL CHeeseCAKe - FLoRentInes PAtIsseRIe - PRICe VARIes FLoRentInesConZ

spoil your kitchen rotten with some of the finest treats eats and scrumptious sweets that gourmet retailers have to offer Whether entertaining summer guests or treating yourself to an evening on the patio delight your tastebuds with these Gourmet Gets

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

Casa BellaInteriors

Stocking Dealers ofMaitland-Smith Hancock amp Moore

John-Richard Ferguson Copeland LTD Harden Furniture Lexington

Century Furniture NDI Fremarcand More

601 Main Street Kerrville Texas 78028store 8307924500 cell 8302855370

Specializing inHill Country Window Treatment

CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING

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CREATIVE DESIGN EXCELLENT SELECTION

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Hill Country Pest Control provides quality pest and termite

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830-896-4700HillCountryPestControlcom

In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

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fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Ann Robertson PresidentClay Robertson Vice-President 830-896-4200

wwwpetersonrmccom

Your LifeOur Calling

24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

SHOPPING

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spoil your kitchen rotten with some of the finest treats eats and scrumptious sweets that gourmet retailers have to offer Whether entertaining summer guests or treating yourself to an evening on the patio delight your tastebuds with these Gourmet Gets

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

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Stocking Dealers ofMaitland-Smith Hancock amp Moore

John-Richard Ferguson Copeland LTD Harden Furniture Lexington

Century Furniture NDI Fremarcand More

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Specializing inHill Country Window Treatment

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CREATIVE DESIGN EXCELLENT SELECTION

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on top of the latest treatments and techniques the pest control

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with the highest of standards and we will solve your pest problems

830-896-4700HillCountryPestControlcom

In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

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Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Ann Robertson PresidentClay Robertson Vice-President 830-896-4200

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Your LifeOur Calling

24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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with the highest of standards and we will solve your pest problems

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

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Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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24 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

DAYTRIPS

By Jeanna Goodrich

EL RIOFRIOEL RIOFRIO

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 25

The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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spoil your kitchen rotten with some of the finest treats eats and scrumptious sweets that gourmet retailers have to offer Whether entertaining summer guests or treating yourself to an evening on the patio delight your tastebuds with these Gourmet Gets

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

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Century Furniture NDI Fremarcand More

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830-896-4700HillCountryPestControlcom

In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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The Rio Friomdashit certainly lives up to its name Those of you who have enjoyed a hot summer day in a tent in Lost Maples or a tube at Garner State Park know the refreshing delight of the clear crisp and surprisingly cold waters We were headed to the Frio on this sunny summer weekend swim suits on and picnic baskets in hand Our sights were set on a tubing site on River Road around Concan a place some friends told us was ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Well knowing the Hill Country they were probably right

Three-quarters of the way in to the drive we werenrsquot too far from civilization Taking the scenic drive down 39 from Ingram sent us over forks of the Guadalupe and through twists and turns that took our breaths away We hit Highway 83 and headed south through Leakey and we were reminded of old family vacations and our teenage years at summer camp

But taking a left on to River Road yes we were suddenly ldquoout in the middle of nowhererdquo Wersquod lost radio reception except for a Tejano station and some contemporary Christian wersquod lost cell signal and werenrsquot going to regain it as far as we could see We knew instantly that this was the perfect spot to spend an afternoon away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives

Shaded by giant Cypresses we found a little roadside shack where we could rent our tubes and float our picnic basket Rays of sunlight snuck in between the tree branches and the sounds of running water and little bugs provided the perfect soundtrack to our relaxing day trip After the rains at the beginning of the summer the Frio swelled with anticipa-tion beckoning us to jump in with a big splash

As seasoned tubers we knew this was the only way to do it

Therersquos no sense in trying to inch your way into the Friomdashno matter how hard you try you canrsquot get used to the shockingly cold water by just submerging your toes one at a time Nope itrsquos a cannonball or nothing with this river with the sun over-head promising the perfect balance of warm and cool

Over calm pools and rushing rapids the Frio makes for the perfect tubing experience Just when you think itrsquos time for a little fun rapids both big and small come out from around the corner sending tubes rushing over the rocks And just when yoursquove had enough of the exciting stuff deep pools of crystal-clear cool water invite you to stay and enjoy them even if for just a little while

After enjoying our picnic-in-a-tube and spending a bit too long reapplying sunscreen our adventure down the Frio River had come to a happy end And after a long hard day of laying back and basking in glorious sunlight what could be more ap-pealing than an ice-cold beer and a delicious gourmet dinner Knowing just the spot we headed north to RM 1050 through Utopia and east down Ranch Road 470 to Tarpley The infa-mous Mac and Erniersquos awaited us around the corner sizzling seafood glazed quail legs and delicious dessert served on Styrofoam plates with plastic silverware was the ideal setting for our post-tubing taste buds

With sun-kissed cheeks big smiles and full bellies we headed up 16 and back home Counting our blessingsmdasha big one being that we live here in the Hill Country where nature comes to relaxmdashwe found ourselves so thankful for friends family and our Texas backyard cold rivers hot tubes and everything in between

ldquoThe Frio has always meant a wonderful time with friends andor family We think the waters there hold special powers Itrsquos been great to see the Comanche gang laugh just like kids and there is nothing better than seeing a lsquonewbiersquo on their first tube ride with a smile as big as Texas

We are not really sure which is more fun - the excitement of riding through a series of rapids the thrill of making it over the lsquowidow makerrsquo (our nick name for a little waterfall) without getting flipped off of the tube or re-living the experiences with our friends as we drift on down the river through the cool deep pools underneath the willowy Cypress trees Just a simple poetic day

One of the many pluses for moving to Kerrville and

Comanche Trace was the close proximity to the Frio and the opportunity to make even more memoriesrdquo

ndashLeonard and Jerri Scott

Len (Scotty) and Jerri Scott moved to Comanche Trace in December 2006 and are here to stay Scotty retired from Slakey Brothers Inc an HVAC-wholesaler on the West Coast and Jerri is the Quality Control Officer (Voice of the Customer) for PAi a 401(k) record-keeper out of the Green Bay WI area Scottyrsquos new career is golf and Jerri is just getting started ldquoWe just donrsquot believe we could ever find a better place to live than Comanche Trace with such outstanding friends and neighborsrdquo they said

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spoil your kitchen rotten with some of the finest treats eats and scrumptious sweets that gourmet retailers have to offer Whether entertaining summer guests or treating yourself to an evening on the patio delight your tastebuds with these Gourmet Gets

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 27

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CREATIVE DESIGN EXCELLENT SELECTION

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

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1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

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830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

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LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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KEY CONTACTS

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Article Submitted by

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

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rugs from around

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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830-896-4700HillCountryPestControlcom

In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

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Article Submitted by

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

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LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

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In recent months The Club at Comanche Trace has hosted several extraordinary events including wedding rehearsal dinners birthday parties anniversary dinners business meetings and even a shopping extravaganza While it may seem like the winter holidays are far away now is the time to book your special family or company event

We offer three levels of catering spaces excellent food and service and of course our unrivaled views of the Texas Hill CountryOur Vista room offers prime panoramic views a spacious floor plan and private bar making it perfect for large events The trophy room is smaller and more intimate great for dinner parties and smaller social gatherings The lower level rooms are used for banquets and meetings

Banquet locations are not limited to indoor Club facilities We also do poolside parties and events at our private park on the Guadalupe river

The event page on our website (wwwcomanchetracecom) is a wonderful resource offering helpful planning suggestions It contains menus for buffets and plated dinners wine and alcohol lists floor plans tableseating options linen choices and even a final booking agreement form

Call Sherri Jones Membership Director amp Event Coordinator to reserve facilities for your up-coming event 830-8950-8500 ext 224 for more information

Host Your Next eveNtor PartY at

COMANCHE TRACE

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

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Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

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And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

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PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

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From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

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eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

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santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

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GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 31

EVENTS

32 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

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830-895-8500 ext 1

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830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

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Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 33

Bill Dillard is telling the truth He and his wife Dee have been involved in the oil industry almost their entire lives From the oil booms of the 70s to the oil busts of the 80s to the recent price jumps of the mid-2000s Bill has really seen it all While that adventure has taken the Dillards to several different states they have always been heavily involved in the oil industry Recently retired Bill recounts what he has learned in the industry and how his adventure eventually brought him to Comanche Trace

Bill begins ldquoI went to TCU and majored in Business Administration I eventually graduated in 1961mdashalthough I should have got out in lsquo60 but partying interfered At that time IBM was in its infancy and it was a true glamour job Everyone wanted to work there I actually got an interview and had three or four of them One of the final tests was to stand up draw a word from a hat and we were supposed to talk about that word for a minute or two Well I drew lsquoCERAMICSrsquo and they asked me to talk for a minute I didnrsquot know what in the hell a lsquoceramicrsquo was I told them that and my interview abruptly ended and I was back to the oil fieldsrdquo

ldquoI was born and raised in Midland Texas My mother was a housewife and my father worked the oil fields his entire life

In the early days he actually delivered oil field supplies on horseback Then when I was 15 or 16 I went to work in the fields I worked every oil field in

West Texas And I guess I have been doing it ever sincerdquo

OILMANOILMANBy Ben Schooley Photography By West Vita

34 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

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Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 35

And with an unceremonious start Bill began his career While he made light of his interview Bill was quite serious about his career ldquoI did want to work oil but the oil fields in lsquo60 were in a big depression My dad was a manager for a steel company that sold pipe to the oil industry in Midland and he got me into their first sales training program They sent me to their mill for a year in Dangerfield Texas I worked at the mill for a year and then progressed to Dallas New Orleans and on to Houston over the course of 12 yearsrdquo

Dillardrsquos experience and knowledge in the oil industry was evident and he rapidly progressed ldquoI was a sales trainee a clerk a salesman district manager and an assistant regional manager I had two sons and I traveled all the time It wasnrsquot good for my family life and I was married 22 years to my first wife But that was the job so I did itrdquo

Quickly making a name for himself Dillard rapidly climbed his way up the corporate ladder eventually landing as the President of Wilson Supply Company in 1972 Over the next decade Dillard thrived however the concept of owning his own company proved too strong a temptation ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globally We had accounts in Spain Mexico

China Germany and all over the United States I couldnrsquot have started at a worse time though The analysts said oil was going to be at $100 per barrel and the rig count at that time was 4600 in operation That was in November of lsquo81 and by January of lsquo82 the rig count was dropping at 400 per day and by lsquo86 the rig count was 642 Oh and oil was selling for $10 per barrel Obviously not the best time to jump into the oil businessrdquo

Though Dillard was busy with his new company he still had time for a date His wife Dee said ldquoWe met in 1980 I met him on a blind date I had been single for five years and he had been single for maybe six months It went ok but I took my own car I told him if I didnrsquot like him I wouldnrsquot be staying for dinner but I obviously did We met in May and 6 months later we were married in Las Vegas And wersquoll be celebrating 30 years on November the 8thrdquo

Though he had much prosperity in his personal life Dillardrsquos business struggled to survive He feverishly looked for ways to finance his ongoing operations ldquoI had merged with a public company in lsquo85 and inherited a 25 million dollar debt By June of lsquo86 we couldnrsquot fund the debt anymore and our bank went under It left us scurrying for lenders which

we eventually found but we sold out to El Paso Electric Company in a hostile takeover El Paso Electric was diversifying ndash they bought a lamp company in New Jersey and moved them to Juarez Labor was cheap obviously They bought a steel company and my company and some others they bought us for nothing and tried to run all these non-regulated businesses as a utility company They were completely lost In the early lsquo90s I picked up the Dallas Morning News Sunday Edition and the headline was lsquoEl Paso Electric Company files chapter 11rsquordquo

What might have been a stressful time Dillard saw an opportunity to get back on the road to owning his own company again ldquoAll these

companies El Paso Electric was trying to run unregulated were outside an electric companyrsquos realm of expertise It went under and our company was purchased again this time by an individual out of Chicago We worked for him for 3 years We bought up a lot of inventory during that time which made us a huge supplier Our arrangement with the gentleman from Chicago lasted a couple of years and I worked out an arrangement to buy my company backrdquo

After starting his company losing it in a hostile takeover fighting through new challenges with a new owner and eventually regaining control of the same company Dillard was back at square one ldquoReally we just started all over again and named the company

ldquoI always had the idea of owning my own company and in January of 1982 I started PipeCo Inc We were

distributors for casing tubing and drill pipe to oil companies globallyrdquo

36 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

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KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

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COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

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ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

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Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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Kerrville TX

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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PipeCo Services My steel companies stuck with me and we found some financing It wasnrsquot as I envisioned it there were so many bumps in the road and looking back there were a lot of things I would have done differently The price of oil and gas dictated activity and timing was everything You canrsquot predict prices although a lot of people try But we had a great run and we were very successful We made it through all of the hardships and I sold the company to my employees in 2000rdquo

Yet even after the sale Dillard wasnrsquot quite done with the oil industry ldquoAfter PipeCo we formed WIllo Oil and Gas We drilled several wells with EXXON as our partner on 10000 acres south of Ozona Texas Four years later we had three dry holes and were looking for a way out We sold out didnrsquot make a dime but we got out of the trap I also invested with Hall-Houston Exploration Company ndash Irsquove been on their board 14 years They have a fund designed specifically to explore and find offshore oil We are involved in that and I have a hunting lease eight miles from the Rio Grande Four of my partners on that are oil and gas explorationists So I get a daily dose of all things oil and gas during the hunting seasonrdquo

While Dillard has obviously been busy with his business interests he has another passion that has consumed him for the better part of his life golf His involvement with golf has stretched from the public courses of West Texas all the way to one of the finest and most well-known golf courses in the United States Champions Golf Club near Houston Run by golf icons Jackie Burke Jr and Jimmy Demaret it is the pinnacle of golf ldquoJackie and Jimmy were icons in the golf world Jimmy was the announcer for

the Wonderful World of Golf Jimmy won many tournaments and was one of the most liked golf people in the world Jackie is 87 years old now and still runs Champions in Houston Jackie won the Masters Tournament in 1956 and it was a true pleasure to work with him Jimmy won it three times They are amazing golfers and people in general I was on their board 26 straight years Burke said it must be some sort of a record but he doesnrsquot keep records so he doesnrsquot know All I know is that it was a tough day that I left Championsrdquo

Having sold PipeCo Services Dee was ready to put down some new roots ldquoThe minute I found out that he was selling the company I just said lsquoI donrsquot care where we go but

wersquore not staying in Houstonrsquo We wanted to move to Kerrville because it split the distance to Ruidoso where we had a summer home When I got to the Hill Country I just fell in love with it So we eventually sold the summer home and began construction here at Comanche Trace in 2001 We became charter members of the club and have loved everything about being hererdquo Dillard adds ldquoI love all of it I love the club the people the coursehellip everything is just perfect We call it Paradise and it really is We firmly believe itrsquos the most beautiful place on earthrdquo

And for Dillard that beauty is greatly reflected in the golf course ldquoIrsquove played Augusta Oakmont

Pine Valley St Andrews Turnberry and most any other famous course you can think of This golf course in comparison to all those is as good as any of them Itrsquos such a great course and facility and this community has grown from being something so small to being such a tremendous group We have just had so much fun watching it all come togetherrdquo

Still active with his investments and involved as a board member on several oil and gas exploration companiesmdashnot to mention his daily rounds of golfmdashDillard stays busy As for how long he intends to remain active in the oil industry Dillard puts it best ldquoAs long as Irsquom on this side of the divot Irsquoll be involvedrdquo

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 37

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40 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

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at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

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AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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40 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

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40 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

If you ask Charles Ingram about his art hersquoll say that itrsquos not of his own making ldquoGod can take all the credit He is the Ultimate Artist and the Ultimate Creator people are amazed but itrsquos not because of merdquo Ingram said You would never know it but beneath this humble facade lies an incredible artistic talent

Ingram son of a US Air Force aircraft mechanic and Vietnam veteran settled in San Antonio where he spent his formative years Spending time in Illinois and New York among other places he ultimately returned to Texas

Though he is based mainly out of San Antonio Ingram maintains a presence in Kerrville Many of his works are landscape oil paintings of the Kerrville Ingram and Fredericksburg areas Riverrsquos Edge Gallery and Kerrville Framing both represent his work locally In August of 2006 his work was part of an exhibition in concert with Kerrville Framing at the Comanche Trace Clubhouse

Some of his favorite subjects to paint are beautiful Texas landscapes and the Hill Country in particular ldquoOne of the things I like most about Texas landscapes is that there are so many diverse areas Each is rugged and untamed Therersquos something about it that is beautiful from that standpoint that you know that it survives and manages to thriverdquo Ingram mused His work captures

a cross-section of Texas regions from local Guadalupe riverbeds to canyons to urban scenes and beyond But like anyone with a true appreciation for nature Ingram has his favorites ldquoBig Bend is one of my favorite areas to paintmdashitrsquos incrediblerdquo he said Ingramrsquos oil painting subjects are not exclusive to Texas but are also inspired by his varied travels including time spent in the Northeast and Ukraine

However talented he is lsquoartistrsquo was not a title he chose willingly ldquoIn fact Irsquove been running from that title most of my life until the 90s at least I think God shut all the doors and forced me to do itrdquo Ingram said

His work speaks for itself garnering the attention of high profile patrons of the arts ldquoI started doing paintings and I did a mural in the SBC Centerrdquo Ingram recounted ldquoMrs Holt [wife of Peter Holt the owner of Spurs Sports and Entertainment] had seen a mural I had done in the On the Border Restaurant in San Antonio She told the person who was heading up all the interior art projects that she wanted that person to do the mural inside of the stadiumrdquo

Ingram has found work all over the country in fact you may have come across it and never even known it was his ldquoI did some political cartoons for a syndicate in New York when I was living there back in the Reagan administration

Irsquove done numerous art projects including a project for PBS out of Pittsburgh I had to do large-scale pen-and-ink drawings to match the styles of the 1860s because they were doing a narration of a riot that occurred there The special was called lsquoThe River Ran Redrsquo The pen-and-ink drawings were meant to dovetail the stylings of Thomas Nastrdquo Ingram said Ingram has also done murals for the NBA Final Four and the All Star Jam as well as projects for homes in San Antonio and Austin

Most recently Ingram has become fascinatedmdashconsumed evenmdashby his recent sculpture work ldquoItrsquos an obsessionrdquo Ingram chuckled ldquoItrsquos unlike anything else Irsquove ever experienced I ran from it because I didnrsquot want to be one of those weird artists Irsquove found my calling what Irsquom meant to do Irsquoll die with a mallet and chisel in my hand I know thatrdquo

THE MEDIUM FROM SMALL TO EXTRA LARGECharles Ingram

Paints theHill CountryBy Alison turner

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

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Page 41: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 41

Palo Duro Valley

Palo Duro Sunset

San Antonio skyline

42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

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42 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

From Concept to Completion

Landsca Aritects amp Contrao

DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

ADVERTISEMENT

Nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potentialbull Tax-free withdrawalsbull

Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

Assets left to heirs will be taxable as bull ordinary income upon withdrawal

ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 43

Guess What Chicken Little was wrong The sky is not falling No matter what you see on the evening news or the internet there is good activity in real estate if you are in the right spot The Texas Hill Country is the kind of place that people love to find ndash a surprise ndash a spot in Texas that looks a lot like Tuscany Maybe that sweet surprise is what continues to bring people here to live today or pick out a future spot where life can be enjoyed tomorrow Comanche Trace is blessed to be able to provide a lifestyle that fulfills so many quests

We are gratified that homes and lots continue to be sold here at a pace that is ahead of last year As of June 15 fourteen homes with prices ranging from $279000 to $1800000 have sold to buyers from Santa Fe New Mexico Natchez Mississippi Denver Colorado and Escondido California We have gained residents from the following Texas cities Orange Alice Houston Helotes and ndash of course ndash Kerrville As you can see people come from far away and not so far to discover Comanche Trace These new residents come to participate in the lifestyle they have found here

Our spectacular 27-hole golf course attracts many of our residents but the history and uniqueness of our community are the cement in the decision to move here When you factor in the many other activities and amenities that keep life interesting for all ages it is not hard to understand the appeal

In addition to these homes fourteen lots have been sold to people who have found the perfect site for the home they have dreamed of building Several of those homes are now under construction Building activity is underway all over our community Three homes have been completed this year thirteen more are currently under construction (1 on Trace Circle 2 on Double Eagle 1 on Kite Drive 2 in Phase 9 4 in Phase 11 1 on La Cumbre 1 on Dry Hollow and 1 in Tuscan Village) and twenty-three homes are in the final planning and approval stage to start this year or early in 2011 This construction will bring the total number of homes in Comanche Trace close to 300 Several of these new homes are slated to be displayed in our Tour of Homes scheduled next year on June 24-26 and July 1-4 2011

Watch for more information about the Tour in the next issue of Lifestyle

Comanche Trace Realty continues to strongly market our community in both national and local venues Next to our home and lot owners our best source of information for people looking for a beautiful place to live and enjoy the unique lifestyle we offer is our website wwwcomanchetracecom The website has up-to-date information on our development lots and homes for sale The Club and all of its activities Kerrville information golf activities and our award-winning golf course We advertise regularly in Texas Monthly Where to Retire and Links magazines In the Hill Country we are regularly represented in The Kerrville Daily Times Kerrville Area Business Magazine Homes and Land and most recently introduced our own Lifestyle magazine As you can see from the copy of Lifestyle you are holding this magazine is a treasure-trove of information about our community Once we interest people in coming to visit Comanche Trace most of them want to come and join us as quickly as they can get here

REAL ESTATE

2010 SALES CONTINUE By Reggie Cox

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

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Article Submitted by

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Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

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830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

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830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

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830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

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FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 44: Lifestyle August/September 2010

44 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

eneath B the SunAVIATION ENTHUSIASTS AND BUSINESSES FLYING OUT OF THE KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORTBy Alison Turner

Over the Hills

safe and personalized flight training to give their students a solid foundation towards whatever pilot rating they wish to obtain

Wersquove provided a list of contact information of crucial businesses operating out of the airport as well as listings of the airport FBO Wersquove also included flight times to various locations in Texas from the Kerrville Municipal Airport

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country Kerrville has many amenities suited for those with a mobile lifestyle The Kerrville Municipal Airport located 5 miles southeast of the city of Kerrville serves as a hub for most of the local aviation activities for those with small planes passing through or those who call Kerrville and the surrounding areas home

Opened in 1943 as Louis Schreiner Field and used as an Army Airforce Training base the Municipal field now acts as a home for local aviation enthusiasts Operated by Kerrville Aviation the Fixed Base Operation Services is an award-winning full-service FBO offering quick turnaround

The FBO lobby is top of the line laid out in classic

Hill Country stylings with a comfortable pilotrsquos lounge for a short wait while your plane refuels

A number of vendors call the Kerrville Municipal Airport home including Mooney Airplane Company and Air Evac Life Support In recent years the airport has seen extensive renovation projects Air Evac offers a lifesaving service by providing emergency flights from Kerrville and more remote areas to San Antonio Medical Centers Mooney Airplane Company has scaled back manufacturing operations at the location but still maintains a strong presence at the airport

Thinking of taking up aviation Several flight instructors call the Municipal Airport home offering

ON-SITE RENTAL CARS(NATIONAL amp ENTERPRISE VEHICLES)

OXYGENHANGAR SPACETIE DOWNFLIGHT PLANNING ROOM (WITH SATELLITE WEATHER)

FOUR STAR CATERING AVAILABLEGPU (GROUND POWER UNIT)

AIRCRAFT PRE-COOLING SERVICESLAVATORY SERVICECOURTESY CARAIRCRAFT DETAILINGAFTER HOURS SERVICESPILOTS LOUNGE (WITH SATELLITE TV)

KERRVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 45

dallas(Love Field) 1 hr 21 minutes

COrpus Christi1hr 5 minutes

austin 41 minutes

hOustOn1hr 18 minutes

santa fe neW mexiCO 2 hr 49 minutes

BatOn rOuGe lOuisiana 2 hr 26 minutes

ruidOsO neW mexiCO2hr 18minutes

COlOradO sprinGs CO3 hr 23 minutes

Flight times are estimated in a Mooney Ovation

with no wind interference and without fuel stops

fliGht times

Flightime Business Jets(210) 930-3613wwwflightimecom

Kerrville AviationFixed Base operator(830) 257-8840wwwkerrvilleaviationcom

Mooney Airplane Company(830) 895-2204wwwmooneycom

Avionics International(830) 725-8898wwwavionicsservicesnet

Adonai Aviation Inc(830) 388-0981wwwadonaiaviationcom

Dugosh Aircraft service IncAirport Maintenance services(830) 257-7230wwwdugoshcom Ron Blilie Flight Instructor(830) 377-5362

Air evac eMs Inc(830) 257-0441wwwlifeteamnet

BluVista Aviation Air Charter(210) 834-4001wwwbluvistaaviationcom Bruce McKenzie Airport Manager(830) 896-9399brucemckenziekerrvilletxgov

46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

customdesign work

| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

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sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

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and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

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830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

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830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

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830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

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Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

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46 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

ADVERTISEMENT

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Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

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Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

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Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 47

NaturersquosHAVEN

THE COOMBS FAMILYBRINGS THE OUTSIDE IN

by Jeanna Goodrich

rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

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for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

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nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

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701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

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Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

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TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

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rom the brightly lit lanterns on posts outside to the colorful landscaping peeking out from behind the house Judy and Don Coombsrsquo home on Oak Park is immediately open and friendly Built by Brad Moore Builders the home is nestled against Hole 1 of The Creeks golf course The relaxing sounds of the babbling creek in the backyard provide the perfect setting for this couple who both love the outdoors

ldquoAs a couple ldquo Don said ldquothe most outstanding feature for us is to be able to go out in the back in the afternoon sit on our patio look out and see the deer and the antelope playrdquo Judy added ldquoAnd the beautiful birds in the feedersrdquo

Laughing Don replied ldquoYou know yoursquore getting old when you go out and have cocktail hour with binoculars and a bird book Wersquove seen just about everything out hererdquo

The sincerity in both Don and Judyrsquos laughter reflects in the warmth of their home Walking into the home a simple chandelier hangs from a high ceiling grand but inviting Wooden flamingos and palm tree paintings grace dark rustic-wood cabinetry and indoor stone ac-cents Elegant blinds and draperies from Turkey Hill and Clarlyle complement crystal-clear Jeld-Wen windows that look out over the creek and the golf course Mixing elements of their former Florida beach house with the rough hewn cedar beams and rustic stars in their Hill Country home the Coombses have found the perfect infusion of warm welcoming bright and sunny

ldquoWe came from a golfing country club in Florida but it was just about finished growingrdquo Don said ldquoComan-che Trace is similar in that itrsquos a great golfing club but it is still growing It has a much younger representation and itrsquos nice for people our age to develop friendships with younger peoplerdquo

The couple first visited Comanche Trace four years ago while visiting their daughter in Texas ldquoWe have a daughter here in Kerrville and when we were trying to figure out where we wanted to move next she was the reason we came hererdquo Judy said ldquoWe had been in the area and we really liked it while visiting her we came up and saw Comanche Tracerdquo

Brad Moore too came to Kerrville because of family ldquoAbout five or six years ago my uncle brought me here hersquos the police chief of Kerrvillerdquo Brad said ldquoWe built his home and were working on building a spec home

F

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

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ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

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For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

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The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

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54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

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REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

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Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

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TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

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830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

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ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

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LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 49

at the same time After that well we just kept on building housesrdquo

ldquoSordquo Brad continued ldquoafter my uncle brought me here I just stayedmdashI really liked it a lot This is actually the only neighborhood in which I build in Kerrville and Comanche Trace has really been a great place for us Because the homes are all higher-end homes building them has been a fun part for me We get to do some really neat building and design here and all the finish-outs are so much funrdquo

When the Coombses were initially selecting a builder they emphasized that above all quality and dependability were the two features most important to them For them Brad Moore was the perfect choice ldquoWe love to keep our clients happyrdquo Brad said ldquoand in order to do that we have to complete a really great project and pay attention to what our clientsrsquo needs are By doing that we have built about a dozen to fifteen homes over the last five years here Itrsquos a small area so everyone knows whatrsquos going on If I donrsquot take care of my clients then people are going to know that By taking care of them we continue to get more and more homesrdquo

ldquoWe wanted our builder to be depend-ablerdquo Don explained ldquoWe had to be able to call on someone if we needed help for any particular problem that might develop If I want an add-on or something repaired I know that I can go to Brad and hersquoll be right there to help usrdquo Judy affirmed this sentiment ldquoWhen Brad says he stays with his people hersquos definitely telling the truthrdquo she said ldquoAt the end of the year he isnrsquot gone If we need Brad for anythingmdashand wersquove asked him for advice on hiring a painter and installing a screen doormdashwe call him and he is right there with the answersrdquo

ldquoItrsquos all about the peoplerdquo Brad said ldquoThe homes are fun but the relationships I make with my clients are always more valuable than the homesrdquo

Yet the home holds plenty of valuemdashfrom an intricate stone archway in the kitchen to beautiful custom cabinetry by CSI Millwork to smart lighting from the Gallery of Lighting and Kevin Gronarsquos Audio Visual Solutions the home and its features are pure examples of luxury liv-ing Most notably a breathtaking wooden wagon-wheel design covers the dining room ceiling a genuine Hill Country ele-ment amid the other rustic textures

Aside from the authentic design the home boasts other values as well ldquoEn-ergy efficiency is one of the plus factors of this homerdquo Judy said She commented that they have a Texas-ready heating and cooling system that doesnrsquot leave them with a Texas-sized electricity bill ldquoYou should have seen Don the first time we

got an electric billrdquo Judy laughed ldquoHe was almost dancing on the roofrdquo

ldquoThe whole home is insulated with biofoamrdquo Brad explained Biofoam is a spray-in-place foam that applies as a liquid and quickly expands to 100 times its original size As it expands it fills each wall space and roof gap creating an airtight environment ldquoAnother huge fac-tor is the air conditioning system I know

those are kind of boring sometimesrdquo Brad laughed ldquobut this one is like the Cadillac of AC systems Itrsquos a Bryant Evo-lution system and itrsquos incrediblerdquo

The home features other energy-saving measures as well ldquoWe use propane inside for the fireplace outside for the outdoor cooking area and for the tankless water

heatersrdquo Don added ldquoThe heating and cooling efficiency is outstanding I canrsquot speak highly enough about the job they didrdquo

Sure enough Judy and Don had noth-ing but great things to say about Brad Moore Builders from the energy effi-ciency of the home to the dedication hersquos shown to them from the very beginning And though the construction has been

ldquoAs a couple the most outstanding feature

for us is to be able to go out in the back in the

afternoon sit on our patio look out and see

the deer and the antelope playrdquo

Judy and Don Coombswith builder Brad Moore

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

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open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

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| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

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For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

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renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

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sales exeCutiVe

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sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 50: Lifestyle August/September 2010

50 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

completed for quite some time Brad agrees that his experience building the home wouldnrsquot be the same without the energy and enthusiasm of his clients

ldquoMy favorite part about building houses in Co-manche Trace is seeing my clients faces when theyrsquore happy with their homesrdquo Brad said with a smile Without a doubt he had two very happy faces sitting across the table ldquoBut before theyrsquore living in their home itrsquos when we start framing the house and they see it start coming togetherrdquo he added ldquoBefore that point itrsquos mostly just land and concrete but when that structure comes up folks come out and see that and form a personal attachment to their home Itrsquos really exciting for all of my clients Itrsquos the visible lsquoWowrsquo fac-tor that every day something is changingrdquo

The Coombses had made a couple of changes to the plans of their home before the building started ldquoWe added the corner fireplacerdquo Judy said ldquoand added on Donrsquos office to the original plansrdquo Don added ldquoOn the fly we added the rock wall outside and the flagstone patio in the outdoor kitchen area and the arborrdquo

ldquoOne of the things that we truly enjoyed about Brad is that he was willing to listen and make changes and give us advice as the building process pro-gressedrdquo Judy said ldquoIf he was willing to go for it he made sure it got donerdquo Don continued ldquoThat was really important to us because we were just reviewing and fine-tuning plans But like Brad said when you see the structure and framing actually going up you start to see the creativity come in So if we thought about some changes along the way Brad would help us get them inrdquo

Don Judy and Brad certainly made a great team in putting this lovely home togethermdashproof that qual-ity and craftsmanship really are essential elements in the Comanche Trace living experience ldquoThis is a great area and wersquove enjoyed being hererdquo Don said ldquoWhen we came from Florida in April 2008 we were in a droughthellip and then we came to Texas and Texas was in a drought too So this spring we saw a green Texas for the first time The wildflowers were growing everywhere and we were absolutely amazed at the beauty of this placerdquo

ldquoPeople have a subconscious view of Texasrdquo Don continued ldquoof sand blowing tumble weeds John Wayne and flat land as far as the eye can see When they get here they just canrsquot believe what they see how beautiful it isrdquo

OME TOUR CHECKLISTH3250 square feet3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms5 acresBuilder Brad Moore BuildersDesigner Mickey Thompson Archetype Designson Golf 1 of the CreeksSales Representative Stacy StavinohaMedia Kevin Grona Audio Visual SolutionsCustom Cabinetry CSI MillworkLandscaping Dennis KellerLighting Gallery of Lighting

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

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Nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potentialbull Tax-free withdrawalsbull

Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

Assets left to heirs will be taxable as bull ordinary income upon withdrawal

ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

customdesign work

| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

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Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

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3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 51: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 51

(830) 896-1551 (800) 775-6542 330 JUNCTION HIGHWAY KERRVILLE TX 78028

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

ADVERTISEMENT

Nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potentialbull Tax-free withdrawalsbull

Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

Assets left to heirs will be taxable as bull ordinary income upon withdrawal

ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

customdesign work

| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

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Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 52: Lifestyle August/September 2010

ROTH TO CONVERT OR NOT TO CONVERTThe Facts Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Morgan Stanley amp Co Incorporated and Morgan Stanley Smith Barneyrsquos Financial Advisers do not provide tax or legal advice are not ldquofiduciariesrdquo (under ERISA the Internal Revenue Code or otherwise) with respect to the services or activities described herein and this material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their tax or legal adviser before establishing a retirement plan or to understand the tax ERISA and related consequences of any investments made under such plan

Rebalancing and systematic or periodic investing does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets An investor should be prepared to continue the program of investing at regular intervals even during economic downturns

Investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC member SIPC

Article Submitted by

Marianne WoffordVice President

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Kerrville TX

830-792-2100

ADVERTISEMENT

Nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potentialbull Tax-free withdrawalsbull

Tax-free withdrawals during retirement bull do not raise the tax bill on Social Security benefits

No required minimum distributions during bull account ownerrsquos lifetimeAble to continue contributions after bull age 70frac12

Assets remaining in IRA pass income-tax-bull free to heirs

Deductible or nondeductible contributionsbull Tax-deferred growth potential bull Taxable withdrawalsbull

Taxable withdrawals in retirement can bull raise the account ownerrsquos tax bill on Social Security benefits

Must begin taking required minimum bull distributions at age 70frac12Cannot contribute beyond age 70frac12 bull

Assets left to heirs will be taxable as bull ordinary income upon withdrawal

ROTH TRADITIONAL

Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free at any time and earnings can be withdrawn without income tax if the account has been in effect for five years and the owner is over age 59frac12 has died is disabled or is a qualified first-time home purchaser (maximum $10000)

A FEW ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

bull When you convert from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan to a Roth IRA you will incur certain tax liabilities These include taxes on any pretax contributions plus taxes on any earnings or growthbull If you have pre-tax and after-tax funds in a Traditional IRA there are certain rules that determine how these funds can be converted You tax advisor can help you determine which funds can be converted and the amount of taxes due on a conversion bull To help ease the tax burden you can spread your tax payment across two years So instead of paying all the taxes when you convert in 2010 you can include 50 of the income in 2011 and 50 of the income in 2012 at rates in effect in those years This option is a one-time offer for 2010 conversions only bull Itrsquos important to identify funds outside the

IRA that can be used to pay the taxes due on the conversion to a Roth IRA Tapping into the amount converted from a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan to pay taxes will reduce the amount available in the Roth IRA to earn tax free incomemdashand trigger a 10 penalty if yoursquore under age 59frac12 (unless an exception to the penalty tax is available)

To help you decide whether a Roth conver-sion is a good idea for you you should speak with your tax advisor plus ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to pre-pare a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you The illustration will show the after-tax future value of an IRA balance com-paring the outcomes of a Traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth plan-ning advantages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations

IS A ROTH RIGHT FOR YOUWe have touched on some key benefits of converting to a Roth IRA but

for many individuals a Roth conversion may not be the best strategy If one or more of the following apply to you it might be best for you to avoid conver-sion or to only convert a portion of your retirement account

bullYou expect that your tax bracket will be the same or lower in retirement bullYou do not have funds available to pay the extra taxes from the conver-sionbullYou only have a short time frame to take advantage of potential tax-free compounding before retiringbullYou have projected income needs equal to or greater than the required minimum distributions of the IRA

GET HELP MAKING YOUR DECISIONTo help you understand how a Roth conversion will likely impact your fi-

nancial scenario ask your Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisor to provide a personal Roth Conversion Illustration Report for you This report explores your specific situation factoring in such variables as the amount to be converted the distribution year your date of birth and where you are in the retirement planning cycle Based on this input the report shows the after-tax future value of an IRA balance comparing the outcomes of a Traditional IRA with those of a Roth IRA Yoursquoll also be able to see the wealth planning advan-tages of ldquostretchingrdquo a Roth IRA over multiple generations Finally as with all tax related issues you should also discuss your situation with your tax advisor

For more information write or call Marianne Wofford Morgan Stanley Smith Barney 1304 Junction Hwy Suite 300 Kerrville TX 78028 phone 830-792-2100 Marianne is a vice president and financial advisor with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC She has been a registered representative in the financial services industry 18 years and spent 8 years in the banking industry before becoming a financial advisor She helps clients develop strategies to manage their personal finances Marianne has lived in Kerrville 26 years and is active in the community She is past president of the noon Rotary Club of Kerrville

Articles are published for general informational purposes and are not an offer or a solicitation to sell or buy any securities or com-modities Any particular investment should be analyzed based on its terms and risks as they relate to your specific circumstances and objectives

Tax laws are complex and subject to change Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice This material was not intended or written to be used for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer Individuals are urged to consult their personal tax or legal advisors to understand the tax and related consequences of any actions or investments described herein

The appropriateness of a particular strategy will depend on an investorrsquos individual circumstances and objectives

copy 2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Member SIPC

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

customdesign work

| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 53: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 53

411 Junction HwyKerrville Texas 78028

830-257-4716 rusticelegancetxcom

open 7 days a week

hand-craftedfurniture

rugs from around

the world

customdesign work

| |

End lost time to be with family and friends because you must wait for a tradesman or delivery Feel confident in leaving your home for adventures or business knowing we will be there regularly to check and report to you anything that might go wrong

Know that someone responsible and professional is watching out for your interests rather than depend on neighbors or workers

For a private and personal conference and evaluation of your Private Residence Management needs please contact us at your convenience to schedule an appointment

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 54: Lifestyle August/September 2010

54 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

NEW MEMBERS

JOe amp Jeanne deanGelisJoe and Jeanne just moved from the Corpus Christi area Jeanne just retired and has assisted in organizing the new Comanche Trace Garden Club matt Griffin Matt lives in San Antonio and won the Comanche Trace Menrsquos Club Championship last month Congratulations on your win Matt WOW what a great way to start your new membership Jeff amp Jennifer usner and familyThe Usners are new Comanche Trace residents The Usner boys Joshua Joel and John are looking forward to a new baby sister in August In the meantime the Usnerrsquos look forward to all the family activities at the Club franK amp susy BattaGliaFrank and Susy are living in Corpus Christi and have purchased a lot at Comanche Trace They look forward to building their new home and are looking forward to all the MGA and LGA events

larry amp Betty sudderthLarry and Betty have sold their home in San Mateo California and are moving into their Comanche Trace home permanently Their grandson attended Kid Comanche Camp in July rOss amp martha hansenRoss and Martha live in Sour Lake Texas where they enjoy their family and successful business Ross and Martha are looking forward to starting the build of their new custom home and retiring to Comanche Trace in the future In the meantime they enjoy the club and golf a couple of weekends a month daVid amp mitZi yOunG and family The Young family just moved to Comanche Trace from the Kansas City area Their youngest son Shane is looking forward to starting his Freshman year at Tivy High School and his older brother Jake is enjoying the summer off before heading back to Texas Tech University in August ldquoGo Red Raidersrdquo steVe amp Betsy pattersOnSteve and Betsy will be new residents at Comanche Trace after the completion of their new custom home at Comanche Trace The Pattersons are looking forward to all the activities and golf that Comanche Trace has to offer lauren amp aruna WanamaKerLauren and Aruna are excited about moving into their new home at Comanche Trace They are moving here from Escondido California Both are avid golfers and look forward to becoming very involved with the MGA and LGA BuCKy amp ann ritChie Bucky and Ann are living in Midland where they have a successful oil business They both look forward to getting on the course and enjoying all the activities when in the area marK amp GinGer delauneMark and Ginger are from Orange Grove Texas Theyrsquore enjoying their new Hill Country weekend get-a-way at Comanche Trace

Wes DormanWealth Advisor

Bob WallerMarket Manager

Randy JohnsonWealth Advisor

K B C | 500 Main Street | 830896295038 N B C | broadwaybankcom | Member FDIC

These three bankers have a lot in common They all work at Broadway Bank They are all passionate about what they do And they willingly give of their time energies and resources to organizations that make a dierence for us allmdashlike the Dietert Senior Center Kerr Economic Development Foundation the Chamber of Commerce United Way Rotary YMCA Riverside Nature Center and others

Just ask Wes Dorman Bob Waller or Randy Johnson

Meet Some BankersWho Love to Work Overtime

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 55: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 55

Residential Planning amp Construction | DesignArchitect amp Custom Homes | Professional Attention to Detail

830-438-3240 wwwbradmoorebuilderscom

Brad Moore Builders

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 56: Lifestyle August/September 2010

56 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

REAL ESTATE

EXQUISITE PROPERTIES

COMANCHE TRACE PROPERTY LISTINGS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 57: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 57

1073 pinnaCle VieW driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 35 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 4400 square feetPrice $997000

the views from this beautiful hacienda-style home will take your breath away the moment you step inside the spacious open floor plan is the ultimate for entertaining Gorgeous mesquite wood floors hand-crafted wood interior doors and wood beams add warmth and beauty the large master suite includes a luxu-rious bath with private courtyard his and hers closets air tub large shower and three sinks Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air appliances in-clude gas cook top built in fridge trash compactor double oven and an icemaker enjoy hill country living at its best on the covered patio overlooking the golf course lake and surrounding hills

2796 indian Wells3 Bedrooms 3 Baths 2 Car Garage including Casita Approx 1970 square feetPrice $309000

enjoy the Hill Country lifestyle in your privatecourtyard or on your back patio this home hasslate floors throughout and a Casita for guests or office space Kitchen has stainless steel appliances granitecountertops and alder cabinets the private courtyard with fireplace is perfect for enjoying the evenings

2873 rOCK Barn driVe2 Bedrooms plus study 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1820 sfPrice $367000

Charming garden home overlooks two fairways on the golf course Large kitchen opens to living and dining space Beautiful finish-out includes travertine stone floors stone fireplace built-in book-shelves in study granite throughout cherry cabinets plantation shutters crown moulding and more exterior of home is allstone enjoy the low- maintenance lifestyle

3928 OaK parK driVe3 Bedrooms plus study 3 Baths2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 3064 square feetPrice $495000

this spacious home features great hill country views and is located on a quiet street All granite kitchen countertops custom cabinets a lot of built-inrsquos and large walk-in closets A large back patio is wonderful for outdoor entertaining and overlooks a four acre park the courtyard in front of the home features a unique gardening spot this is a very special home

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 58: Lifestyle August/September 2010

58 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

2777 InDIAn WeLLs2 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car GarageApprox 1627 square feetPrice $249000

enjoy this cozy home with a wood-burning fireplace and a fully fenced back yard A large kitchen and dining space make entertaining easy the master bedroom features an extra large walk-in shower and double sinks

2092 tosCAno WAY4 Bedrooms (including casita) 45 Baths2 Car Garage with Cart storageApprox 2493 square feetPrice $474500

this lovely garden home offers a relaxed lifestyle overlooking Hole no 2 and the lake of the Valley course tile roof stone and stucco exterior and a great covered patio beckon you home the kitchen has stainless steel appliances alder cabinets granite surfaces and is open to the diningfamily rooms making it perfect for entertaining the master bedroom has a walk-in closet double sinks tub and separate shower the guest rooms and casita each have their own full baths this is a fantastic buy

2917 RoCK BARn DRIVe3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Car Garage plus Cart GarageApprox 2524 square feetPrice $465000

enjoy relaxing on the back porch overlooking the golf course and pond this spacious home features kitchen with center island enjoy wonderfulgolf views from the sitting room and great room Come home to slate floors hand carved mantel central vac system stylish wine room and large utility room withstorage and sink outdoorsfeatures a built in grill wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard and large covered patio accessible from master suite living room and morning room

3801 CluBhOuse driVe 43 Bedrooms 25 Baths1 Car Garage with Cart storageapprox 2000 square feetprice $325000

Golf Villa with lots of tuscan style Light and airy with large dining room for entertaining the cast stone fireplace in the great room really adds charm Indulge in the very nice master suite with Jacuzzi tub and large shower Hand troweled walls double crown moulding granite counter tops and instant hot water are some of the fine touches that make this tuscan villa feelso authentic tile roof and ceiling fans in all rooms Located in a gated neighborhood of 18 villas Yards are maintained by HoA for monthly fee

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 59: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 59

PHAse 11 Lot 20Price $150000Approx 040 acre

this single-family lot on a quiet cul-de-sac in the newest phase of Comanche trace overlooks the lake and Hole no 7 of the Creeks course Level build site with 5 year build time experience all the beauty the hill country has to offer when you build your home on this fantastic lot

PHAse 8 Lot 56 Price $93000 Build your dream homein tuscan Village the DaVinci Plan is ready to begin An architectural planned neighbor-hood featuring approximately 2300-2700 square-foot primarily single story plans with spectacular views of the surrounding hill country enjoy the ultimate lifestyle of Comanche trace - all within your own community surrounded by the 2 and 7fairways and greens each homesite offers a spectacular view of its own exquisite tuscan-style architecture and first class amenitiesand this lot is on-golf Just look at the views

PHAse 10 Lot 18Price $271000Approx 0625 acre

exceptional estate lot located in Phase 10 of Comanche trace Gorgeous level lot with easy build homesite on hole no 2 of the Creeks 3500 minimum square feet build requirement Fantastic golf views

PHAse 11 Lot 35Price $209000Approx 0616

Choice lot on Pinnacle View Drive Lots of mature trees and great views of golf and surrounding hill country Located on the green of Hole no 7 of the Creeks newest 9 designed by Jay and Carter Morrish Lot overlooks lake

BOH0492_Lifestyle_Aug_Sep_10_finalindd 1 62310 112207 AM

regRegistered trademark of Royal Bank of Canada Used under license copyThe PGA of America All rights reservedThe PGA Seal with the letters PGA is a trademark owned by The PGA of AmericaRBC Wealth Management a division of RBC Capital Markets Corporation Member NYSEFINRASIPC

Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

wwwrbcwm-usacom

What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 60: Lifestyle August/September 2010

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Official Patron of The PGA of America

Ken Watson AWMVice President - Financial Consultant

Everyone has goalsHopes Dreams Like the PGA and LPGA Professionals representing ldquoTeam RBCrdquo you understand that achieving your goals requires thoughtful planning and flawless execution Our financial professionals have the experience and resources to help turn your dreams into reality

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What can we help you create

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 61: Lifestyle August/September 2010

62 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

KEY CONTACTS

COmanChe traCe WelCOme and sales Center

830-895-8505 or 877-467-6282

the CluB at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500

the GOlf shOp at COmanChe traCe

830-895-8500 ext 1

the pinnaCle Grill

830-895-8500 ext 249

treVOr hyde COmanChe traCe president

830-895-8505 ext228 bull thydecomanchetracecom

reGGie COx COmanChe traCe BrOKer

830-895-8505 ext 232 bull rcoxcomanchetracecom

renee ellis COmanChe traCe sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 229 bull relliscomanchetracecom

staCy staVinOha COmanChe traCe

sales exeCutiVe

830-895-8505 ext 224 bull sstavinohacomanchetracecom

sherri JOnes memBership direCtOr

and eVents COOrdinatOr

830-895-8500 ext 224 bull sjonescomanchetracecom

tOny JOhnsOn head GOlf prOfessiOnal

830-895-8500 ext 238 bull tjohnsoncomanchetracecom

sCOtt parKer GOlf COurse superintendent

830-257-3745 bull sparkercomanchetracecom

miChael parKer COntrOller

830-895-8500 ext 227 bull mparkercomanchetracecom

JOdee CurWen aCCOunts payaBle

830-895-8500 ext 226 bull jcurwencomanchetracecom

dennis GleneWinKel hOa manaGer

830-257-5330 bull dglenewinkelmicocpacom

dOnna BOWyer persOnal trainer

830-739-0888 bull dbowyerstxrrcom

Jane GarBish persOnal trainer

830-370-9905 bull janegarbishyahoocom

KEY CONTACTS

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 62: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 63

3

COMMUNITY

Kidrsquos summer KiCKOff partyThe annual Kidrsquos Summer Kickoff Party took place on Thursday May 27th at the Comanche Trace Pool and was a splashing success Dozens of kids of all ages turned out to spend the longer summer hours playing on a veritable jungle of inflatable toys try their hand at pool games and just have fun getting to know one another Hot dogs hamburgers and ice cream floats provided a golden opportunity to chow down

COmanChe traCe tennis mixerRecently Comanche trace formed a tennis League Working closely with (and many thanks to) BK Cody new tennis Mixers have been established Mixers are held from 600pm -800pm featuring mixed doubles During our most recent mixer on June 11th BK Cody kept ev-eryone between the lines with folks like Jennifer Hyde steve King Rene Wash Mike stavinoha Kerri trulock and Karly Cody in attendance For more details about Comanche trace tennis contact sherri Jones at sjonescomanchetracecom

tWiliGht GOlfComanche Tracersquos most recent installment of the ever-popular Twilight Golf was held Friday June 18th with a dinner at the Comanche Trace River Park The weather was perfect with a light summer breeze and plentiful shade from the old growth oak groves Couples dined on Chefrsquos famous ribs barbeque chicken and all the traditional sides that comprise a great cookout All those who attended had a blast and we are looking forward to holding Twilight Golf dinner at the River Park more often during these beau-tiful summer months

COmanChe traCesummer shOppinG extraVaGanZaComanche Trace held itrsquos inaugural Summer Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday June 26th 22 vendors were represented at this highly successful event including boutiques home deacutecor apparel one-of-a-kind artisans and jewelry While the event ran from 900am ndash 400pm members enjoyed private hours with complimentary Mimosas and Pork Tenderloin appetizers from 900am ndash 1200pm More than 60 members enjoyed this exclusive shopping experience After witnessing the success of this event we look forward to bringing this event to our members annually

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 63: Lifestyle August/September 2010

Harmon Taylor Architects is a full service architecture firm based in the heart

of the Texas Hill Country We offer a wide range of design and consulting

services for both residential and commercial projects The clientrsquos wishes

and goals are our primary focus And while we enjoy creating wonderful

places if our client is not satisfied we have not done our job

harmontaylor

Visit us at wwwharmontaylorarchitectscom

a r c h i t e c t s i n c

701 Lee Street Kerrville Texas 78028 8308954510

residential commercial

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Investment and Insurance Products u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value

Wells Fargo Advisors LLC Member SIPC is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank aliate of Wells Fargo amp Companycopy2009 Wells Fargo Advisors LLC All rights reserved 0609-2129A [76765-v1] A1445

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

FA NameCompliance-Approved TitleAddress and Suite NumberCity Name State ZipXXX-XXX-XXXXWeb or E-mail Address

Wells Fargo Advisors (formerly Wachovia Securities) ranked 1 in percentage of customers who agree with this statement ldquoMy nancial provider does whatrsquos best for me not just its bottom linerdquo Forrester Research Inc surveyed 5000 US Consumers to rate their banks investment rms and insurance companies on customer advocacy Out of the 11 investment rms rated in the survey Wachovia Securities was the 1 rated US investment rm in customer advocacy The ratings may not be representative of any one clientrsquos experience as the rating represents a sample of the Firmrsquos clients and past performance is no guarantee of future results

Your Hill Country TeamFront Row Millie Polk Susan Goodwin-Branch Manager Courtney Real-Client Associate Back Row Christian Matthews-Financial Advisor Bill Matthews-Financial Advisor Robert Naman-Financial Advisor Jeff Talarico-Financial Advisor

830-792-4645305 Sidney Baker South Ste 100 Kerrville TX 78028

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 64: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE JUNEJULY 2010 65

PET PROFILE

PET PROFILEBy Alison Turner

names Bogey Roxy Lucylu

aGes Bogey 14 Roxy 6 Lucylu 5 months

Whatrsquos yOur faVOrite tOy Bogey ndash Frizbee Roxy ndash anything that squeeks Lucylu ndash anything that the other dogs are playing with

Where dO yOu liKe tO taKe a WalK Comanche Trace walking trails

irsquoVe heard a lOt Of Great thinGs aBOut GOlden retreiVers Whatrsquos all the BuZZ aBOut Are you kidding Everyone knows Goldens are the most loveable hug-gable friendliest smartest well you get the picture

hOW are yOu all different frOm One anOther Bogey is independent Roxy loves to be touched and Lucylu is just a goofy puppy right now

did linda teaCh yOu any speCial triCKs Bogey chasing frizbees Roxy rolling over and playing dead and hide-and- seek Lucylu gets the newspaper every morning

What is yOur faVOrite plaCe tO sleepBogey sleeps on the cool tile floor and Roxy on the king-size bed Lucylu prefers the king-size bed but they put her in a Kennel at night

are there any mutual hOBBies yOu share With linda We all love to walk with Linda

hOW dO yOu liKe sharinG linda We donrsquot

Whatrsquos yOur treat Of ChOiCe Bogey loves any food that might come her way Roxy loves meat but thatrsquos it for human food Lucylu loves her puppy food so much that she doesnrsquot chew it at all

Dick and Linda Southwick moved to Comanche Trace in 2006 from Ventura California looking for a change of pace They enjoy the Comanche Trace golf course and the wonderful people theyrsquove met in the Hill Country

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 65: Lifestyle August/September 2010

66 LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

Design amp Consultation

Retaining Walls bull Patio amp Walkway

Water Features bull Exterior Lighting

Decorative Fencing bull Putting greens

Outdoor Kitchens amp Cabanas

beautyserving our clients workers amp families by creating outdoor environments of lasting beauty

K e r r v i l l e L a n d s c a p i n gSAN ANTONIO INTrsquoL AIRPORT SCHREINER UNIV

830-896-6981 bull 830-377-4861 bull KerrvilleLandscapingcom

ldquoZack we reveled in sitting out back and gazing

at the new plants and vistas itrsquos wonderfulrdquo

-Mrs Williams

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 66: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFESTYLE AUGUSTSEPTEMBER 2010 67

ALL THAT IS

TO

LINE UPIMPORTANT

YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Texas Hills is local and here to take care of your

insurance needs With all of lifersquos risks the greatest risk of all

is not knowing Texas Hills Insurance

No matter what shot life gives youwersquore here to help make sure yoursquore covered

Keri KroppOwner (830) 257-1280 | texashillsinsurancecom

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate

Page 67: Lifestyle August/September 2010

LIFestYLe Magazine2733 Indian Wells DriveKerrville tX 78028

Over 30 yearsspecializing inFarm amp Ranch

propertiesthroughout Texas

(830) 895-0777(877) 346-0106

1209 Junction HighwayKerrville TX 78028

TexasRanchLandForSalecom

Evans amp AssociatesReal Estate