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I suppose It’s only fIttIng that March is our first annual Women in Business edition as this is the month we celebrate Women’s History. I’ve always enjoyed hearing stories of remarkable women through time and I’m honored to be able to share a few success stories of some local ladies that are also quite impressive right here in our own community. March also signifies the beginning of Spring and I, for one, am ready for the season. The colors

begin to bloom and we ladies get to dress (and shop) accordingly! It’s also time for Spring Break which can be a much needed hiatus for many of you. Tell us where you’re going on FB! Speaking of Facebook, I’d like to personally welcome all of our new fans. We’re over 900 now, and counting! The Beautiful Baby contest has not ended by the time this went to print but all I can say is “WOW”. We have some gorgeous kiddos in our neighborhood. Thanks to all that shared. Congratulations to Dr. Cynthia English who brought the most votes for her business into our little social network. You should be proud, Doc, you have great community support.

For the boys following along with us, I know this month is all about March Madness and your sports brains are going crazy. But take a stroll through our featured article “Woman Inc.” and discover how amazing the women in your life are. Many are also moms and wives but their talents reach beyond the walls of home. Maintaining their beauty while managing a career and a home is no easy task. Yet so many in our com-munity do this daily and without the proper appreciation they so rightly deserve. So, here’s me saying to you girls: I see ya. Do your thang. You are appreciated! Next month we’re all about the home! Shoot us some ideas, tips, or best practices you’re looking for around the home and we’ll do our best to provide the answers. Now go break out those colors. Spring is upon us!

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Local Lifeby Tiffany Griffin

WOMAN INC.


In 1970, the Current Population Survey (CPS) began tracking workforce statistics by gender. Since that time the number of employed wom-en in the United States has more than doubled and our current market is the strongest it’s ever been in terms of female presence. To go a step further we should also look at the tallies for women-owned business.

• There are over 7.8 million women-owned businesses in the United States as of last year

• Female business owner/operators contrib-uted $2.3 trillion to the American econo-my in 2011

• 18 million Americans call a woman the head-honcho and received payroll of around $217 billion

These numbers are staggering and growing ev-ery single year. I’d say we’ve come a long way since 1920 and a woman’s right to vote. With is-sues of equality in the distance and a very prom-ising future let me be the first to say, “Boys, you better watch out!” Women-owned businesses make up more than half (52%) of all businesses in health care and social assistance. Other top industries for women include: educational ser-vices (45%), administration & support, waste management, remediation services (all 37%), retail, arts, entertainment, and recreation (all over 30%, respectively). And, these are just the number for women-owned businesses. As for industries in which women are employed we can consider it almost completely integrated, including all positions of leadership. While im-pressive, it’s actually not that surprising when you think about it. Women are naturally strong communicators, which is a must in the above-

There’s an old saying: “Behind every great

man, there stands a great woman.”

While I’m positive this is very true in many cases, it’s quickly becoming evident that the background is the last place you’ll find women today.

* Statistics from the National Women’s Business Council 2011 annual report


mentioned fields. Women are also very adept at building relationships which allow them to build a solid team around them. The collab-orative ability to empower and involve the team around them is a major contributor to success. Another impressive report by the Small Busi-ness Association in recent years is that women-owned business is far out-pacing other busi-nesses in terms of growth. This is a direct result from women choosing fields that play into their strengths and passions as a whole. It’s the whole “find a job doing something you love and you’ll never work a day in your life” philosophy.

For me, it certainly is a matter of loving what I do. Getting up and at ’em every day is just a whole lot easier because it’s something I want to do, not something I have to do. I’ve held sev-eral positions in my work-life at a few different companies and cannot tell you the huge dif-ference it is to know you’re in the right place. Having a clear mission of what it is you want to accomplish in both the short and long term is a refreshing way to go about your day. I’m lucky, I know. My career chose me rather than the other way around. I think that the challenge and risk for someone pursuing their dream or their dream pursuing them is equal. Some are just fortunate enough to know exactly what it is they were meant to do. I guess what I’m getting at is for those of you out there who haven’t found their calling yet – don’t give up! As my husband and I began building our family I made the de-cision to become a full-time mom. Somewhere along the road, the urge for adult interaction took hold of me and I started putting the feelers out for something I could do at my own pace and part time. Oddly enough, it was a in a field I would have never guessed was a fit for me – sales. I had never considered myself a sales per-son and certainly would not have built a resume

in that theme. However, once I took the leap I was able to adapt the field of sales into my own strengths. I put my own “Tiffany” spin on the assignment. To this day, I still don’t consider myself a salesperson.

My goal is to build a product that impacts other business owners in a positive way and try to collaborate with them to create the best repre-sentation. It’s very fulfilling for me because my success directly relies on the success of others. I discovered early on that I had a knack for it and when the opportunity arose to buy Local Life, it was a clear and easy choice. I’m not saying it wasn’t scary, just clear. My husband and I sat down and discussed how it would and could affect our family and then took the plunge. I haven’t regretted or second-guessed that deci-sion one time since that day. I definitely work harder today than I ever have before. But, I honestly get so much satisfaction from it that it hardly seems like a job. Don’t get me wrong, there are still those days when you want to pull your hair out. But, regret – never. I am fortu-nate to be involved with other successful women that challenge and encourage me daily. They are my inspiration and my drive. A few of them are featured in this month’s edition and rep-resent many different industries like: medical, salon & spa, real estate, non-profit, dental, flo-rist, dance/recreation, and insurance, to name a few. If you’re like me, the ability to dream didn’t come easy. I am more of a “focus and do the task at hand” kind of gal. That was a lim-ited way of thinking and I hope that each of you reading this is able to look beyond your current situation to find that inspiration that moves you to take action. At the very least, start on your plan. You are strong and you are competent. If you believe in yourself others will, too. For me, work falls to 3rd place behind my faith and my

For me, it certainly is a matter of loving what I do. Getting up and at ’em every day is just a whole lot easier because it’s something I want to do, not something I have to do.


family. I think it’s important to stand by your priorities when undertaking any major deci-sion. And, I don’t consider them a compromise. It’s simply a direction and road map for me to follow.

If you’re still looking for a little more to get in-spired, it’s worth looking into the bio’s online of the following great women in business:

Mary Kay AshAfter working for 25 years with that “break-ing straw” coming from being passed over for a promotion to a male co-worker who was less accomplished (and that she had trained), she decided to go at it on her own. The Texas na-tive opened her first store-front for Mary Kay cosmetics in Dallas, TX under the founding beliefs of her Christian faith. Mary aspired to build a company that would promote women in business and let’s just say she accomplished that and then some. Honored as “Most Outstand-ing Woman in Business in the 20th Century”, Mary Kay Cosmetics has over 800,000 repre-sentatives in 37 countries with total revenues of well over $2 billion in sales. Mary Kay Ash is widely considered the pioneer for leading wom-en entrepreneurialism in American history.

Barbara CorcoranIf you’ve ever watched the television series Shark Tank, then you know this woman is all business. Quoted for making straight D’s in school but attentively listening to her mother’s table-side wisdom, Barbara took a $1000 loan from her boyfriend in 1973 to start her real es-tate empire. Over the last 25 years, she’s seen that small loan turn into well over $5 billion through real estate, books, and public speaking

engagements, as well as being a nationally rec-ognized opinion in her industry. A tell-it-like-it-is attitude and refreshing approach to the busi-ness world are her driving recognitions to her well recorded success.

Oprah Winfrey OK, so maybe this one’s a no-brainer, but a fascinating story nonetheless. If hardships are staring you in the face, a quick Google of Oprah just might shed some perspective on the term “perseverance”. Born to a teenage mother and sexually molested as a child, Oprah wore her potato sack dresses to school and somehow managed to excel amidst the poverty-themed attacks from other school children. She pro-cured a job in radio and the rest is history. Launching her own media empire, Oprah was the first woman, and African American, to earn $1 billion. Let’s just say she hasn’t slowed down since. Her grandmother is quoted as say-ing, “this child was born to talk and yearns for a stage.” You got your stage, Oprah. And you certainly took advantage of the situation!

Whether it’s business ownership you’re after or charging up the corporate ladder is your speed, know that the future is bright and is wearing heels. Behold, the capable women of tomorrow - for they are fierce, they are edu-cated, and they are unstoppable! Know that it’s OK to dream. It’s even OK to make that dream a vision and go chase it. Yes, you have priorities that come before your career and you should never sacrifice that. But there is a way to accomplish your goals, be a role model to your children, and still be a loving wife. Just tell your husband to strap his boots on, be-cause Mama’s about to raise the bar! Cheers, ladies. Go take your place in history.


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Dr. Cynthia English considers her ability to care for women both her calling and an enormous blessing. As a wife and mother of two, she understands the physical and emotional challenges of women today, and knows how to help them maintain health and awareness. She uses empower-ment through education, so that the wom-en she treats are partners in their health care decisions — not just patients.

Dr. English particularly wants to ensure that women have access to the most ad-vanced and up to date services. This af-fords competent care, as well as a wider range of treatment options. One of her passions is ensuring early prenatal care in every pregnancy. According to the March Of Dimes, women who obtain adequate prenatal care have a lower incidence of preterm delivery and maternal complica-tions. Dr. English’s partnership approach assures the best care for both mother and unborn child from the very beginning.

An advocate for her patients who is com-passionate about their care, Dr. English received a Patients Choice Award For Excellence for four years running. She has also been named a “Top Doctor” by Fort Worth, Texas Magazine for 2010, 2011

and 2012. Dr. English’s background in-cludes private practice in Fort Worth, and pregnancy-related research at Texas Tech University.

When she’s not caring for patients the Fort Worth native loves spending time with her children and family.

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Dr. Cynthia EnglishBoard Certified Obstetrician Gynecologist

Dr. Cynthia English considers her ability to care for women both her calling and an enormous blessing. As a wife and mother of two, she understands the physical and emotional challenges of women today, and knows how to help them maintain health and awareness. She uses empower-ment through education, so that the wom-en she treats are partners in their health care decisions — not just patients.

Dr. English particularly wants to ensure that women have access to the most ad-vanced and up to date services. This af-fords competent care, as well as a wider range of treatment options. One of her passions is ensuring early prenatal care in every pregnancy. According to the March Of Dimes, women who obtain adequate prenatal care have a lower incidence of preterm delivery and maternal complica-tions. Dr. English’s partnership approach assures the best care for both mother and unborn child from the very beginning.

An advocate for her patients who is com-passionate about their care, Dr. English received a Patients Choice Award For Excellence for four years running. She has also been named a “Top Doctor” by Fort Worth, Texas Magazine for 2010, 2011

and 2012. Dr. English’s background in-cludes private practice in Fort Worth, and pregnancy-related research at Texas Tech University.

When she’s not caring for patients the Fort Worth native loves spending time with her children and family.

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Tiffany GriffinPublisher, Local Life Magazine

Tiffany Griffin is working hard on her 3rd year of publication and distribution in the Crowley, Burleson, Joshua area. She grew up in a small town and met her husband John in college at Tar-leton State University. Both come from hard-working families who believe that honesty and integrity are vital ingredients to running a successful business. She manages the day-to-day op-eration of Local Life while maintaining her status as super-mom. “I feel blessed every day to get to do what I do. I love my job and love the people I get to interact with daily!”


Dr. Lisa Gardner, Board Certified OBGYNFounder, Fusion Women’s Health and Wellness

Education: UT, San Antonio, BS, Biology and University of North Texas Health Science Center, DO.

ProfEssional MEMbErshiPs: American College of Obstetricians and Gy-necologists, American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Fort worth OBGYN Society, and the American Quarter Horse Association.

achiEvEMEnts and honors: Fort Worth Top Doc from 2007 through 2012, News-week Magazine’s Top Doctor in Texas 2010, and Newsweek Magazine’s Top Doctor in the Country 2011. Patient Choice Award 2009, 2011.

hEr grEatEst ProfEssional accoMPlishMEnt: “The relationships I have maintained through the years with my patients. I have developed great friendships with many women I have met along my journey,” says Dr. Gardner. “I am also proud of the social net-work I have continued to grow.” Dr. Gardner has been featured in many local television shows.

grEatEst PErsonal achiEvEMEnt: Being married to her husband Tim for 19 years and raising their daughter Abby who was recently accepted to Columbia University’s summer program for Physics.

She is very active with philanthropy, benefitting Union Gospel Women’s Clinic Volunteer, Kids Who Care, Jo Dufo local artist who paints for or-phanages in Mexico, Christ Chapel Kid’s Kamp, Puttin’ on the Pink, Pickin’ for Preemies, UNT Medical school student mentor, Golden Retriever Rescue, and Horse Rescue.

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BURLESON 1045 SW Wilshire Blvd.(next to WalMart)

817-426-8088aachinabuffet.com

AA China Super BuffetAll You Can Eat Buffet!

250 ITEMS Served Fresh Daily

To Go Orders Welcome!

* Prime Rib Shrimp* Oysters Sushi Bar* Crawfish* Frog Legs

Catfish Mongolian

Grill* Steak Desserts*Available on Dinner

Buffet & All Day on Weekends

10% OFF Adult BuffetFor Parties of 2 or MoreCoupons may not be combined with any other offer. Excludes holidays.

Expires 4/30/12.

TUESDAYSKIDS EAT FREE

(Kids 8 & Under)1 Adult per kid

Maximum 2 kids per partyCoupons may not be combined with any other offer. Excludes holidays.

Expires 4/30/12.

Monday-Saturday 7AM-8PMDrive thru open for Breakfast

www.MojosSmokehouse.com ★ 817-447-4646545 SW Wilshire Blvd. ★ Burleson TX 76028

Mesquite-sMoked Brisket

tangy and sweet Pulled Pork

slow-siMMered ChiCken

steak, grilled to PerfeCtion

Buy 1 entree and 2 drinks

get one entRee fRee

Buy 3 Breakfast Burritos

get the 4th fRee

Not valid with any other offers. Expires 4/30/12.

Not valid with any other offers. Expires 4/30/12.


Limit 1 per customer per visit, per transaction. Good at Burleson, TX location only. No cash value. Cannot combine with

any other offer. Expires 3/31/12.

FREESMALL FRIES

Red Wing Shoe Store1001 SW Wilshire Blvd - Suite E

(located in Shafer Plaza)

Burleson, TX 76028

817.426.0030

Ladies, come by for yourself or your loved one for

15% off with this ad.

Delma Alvarez-PadillaManager

(Offer expires 3/31/12)


www.peterpiperpizza.com*100502*Valid only at the Burleson, TX Peter Piper Pizza location. Please mention coupon when ordering. One coupon per order. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 3/31/2012.

2 Large, 2-Topping Pizzas BIG TWO DO $19.99

Need support for yourschool, team or group?

Ask us about our fundraising programs!

Congratulations!

Josh HannaBest of Board

Business of the Year

Laura PentonAmbassador of the Year


185 N.W. John Jones Dr # 150Burleson, TX 76028

NEXT TO H.E.BSTORE HOURSSun-Thu 11am-10pmFri-Sat 11am-11pm

ph 817.426.1675

Non Fat • No sugar added,12 Flavors and 50 toppings!

Self Serve Yogurt! Create your own taste!

The Best Taste!Premium Flavor and

www.facebook.com/yogurtsmile$1off

Below $5, 50¢ off. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 3/31/12.

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817-561-7600

✹ METAL BUILDINGS✹ CONCRETE

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11797 S. Freeway, Suites 342 & 346 • Burleson, Texas 76028www.lonestar-ortho.net • (817) 926-BONE (2663)

LONE STAR

Orthopaedic and Spine Specialists, PLLC LONE STAR



Orthopaedic and Spine Specialists, PLLC • Sport Medicine • Joint Replacement • General Orthopedics

Von L. Evans Jr., MD

• Sports Medicine

• Arthroscopy

• Joint Replacement

• General Orthopaedics

Providing you the best care possible.

Welcoming non-member Play in 2012

Call to book your tee time

Full Service Dining Room open for Breakfast and Lunch

(Daily Specials)

Room Rentals from Meetings to Weddings

391 Clubhouse Dr. Joshua 76058www.mountainvalleycc.com

817.295.7126

WEEKDAY PLAY $31.93SENIOR RATE

$26.52Cart and Tax included. Expires 12/31/2012.

WEEKEND PLAY $42.76SENIOR RATE

$37.35Cart and Tax included. Expires 12/31/2012.

$49 EXAM & XRAYS or $100 OFF DENTAL TREATMENT

Includes Dental Exam & X-Rays Consultation & Second Opinion

1304 NW John Jones Dr.Burleson, TX 76028

Chris Hawkins DDS, PCDentistry, Sedation, and Implants

New patients only. Some Restrictions Apply. Call For Details. Offer valid for 60 days.

817-447-6453 • www. BurlesonSmiles.com


One call kills them all! 817-426-4445www.alphaandomegapestcontrol.net • 121 N.W. Renfro • Burleson, TX 76028

Spring is right around the corner. Let us keep

the Pests Out!

• Termites• Carpenter Ants• Fire Ants• Pharaoh Ants• Fleas & Ticks

• General Pests• Roaches• Mice & Rats • Yard• & more

Monday - Saturday 8:00am - 5:30pmTPCL# 11192 Insured & Bonded

GENERAL PEST CONTROL

May not be combined with any other offer.

Expires 3/31/12.

ExTERiOR PERimETER

May not be combined with any other offer.

Expires 3/31/12.

$5500

ALPHA AND OMEGA PEST CONTROL ALPHA AND OMEGA PEST CONTROL

$4550Up to 3,000 Sq. Feet 10 to 12 Foot Barrier

Dr. AnDre T. LeTherapeutic Optometrist / Optometric Glaucoma Specialist

Vision and Medical Insurance AcceptedPlease call to inquire about

your insurance plan!

811 NE Alsbury Blvd, Ste. 500Burleson 76028

817.295.96963515 Sycamore School Road #145

Ft. Worth 76133817.361.8440

5224 S State Hwy 360 #200Grand Prairie TX 75025

972.602.4545

Clear Vision Begins with Healthy Eyes

HALF oFF FrAmes

Buy one year supply of contacts and receive

Must present coupon. May not be combined with any other offers. Restrictions apply.

50% OFFwith lens purchase

Must present coupon. May not be combined with any other offers. Restrictions apply.

a complete pair of sunglasses

Coach • Nine WestKate Spade

Versace • PradaBurberry

Josh Hanna, Agent508 N. Crowley RoadCrowley, TX 76036

[email protected]

817-297-2206State Farm Home Office: Bloomington, IL.

Up to 40% in Discounts on Auto

FREE$10 GIFT CARD

When you visit us for a FREE insurance comparison.

No purchase necessary. Must be 18.

Offer expires 4/30/11


Stone & More, Inc.

LOWEST PRICES IN THE METROPLEX!

Largest Selection of Stone in Texas!

We Are The First Step in Creating Your Own Backayrd RetreatFriendly Service • Low Prices • Quality Products

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BURLESON MANSFIELD

RENDON BLOODWORTH RD

Only 7.5 Miles from Burleson!

7973 FM 1187(Rendon Bloodworth Rd.)

Mansfield, TX 76063Mon-Sat 7:30-5:00 • Sun 11-3:00

817-473-3110

All Builders Welcome!Landscaper Accounts Available

Buy By the Pound or the Pallet Pick-up or Delivery

Bring Your Measurements!

Open to the Public 7 Days a week

Mulch• Landscapers Mix • Kiddie Cushion• Cedar • Pecan Shell• Hardwood • Red • Black

Soil & Compost• Organic Compost • Mixed & Top Soils• Bedding Soil • Lava Sand

• Expanded Shale• Mushroom Compost • Garden Soil

Outdoor Stone Works• Fireplaces • Bird Baths • Fountains • Fire Pits • Yard Ornaments

Water Garden Supplies• Pond Liners • Pumps • Bridges

Stone• Boulders • Building Stone • Chopped Stone • Cobblestone• Decorative Rock & Gravels• Flagstone • River Rock• Stone Veneer & Flooring• Sand & Concrete Products

Stop By And See Our New Outdoor Kitchens,

Appliances & Accessories!


See AN eXPeRIeNCeD oPhthAlmologISt foR

All youR eye CARe NeeDS• Over 50 years of combined medical excellence• Over 16,000 cataract lens implant surgeries

Surgery and diSeaSeS Of the eye• no Stitch Cataract Surgery• routine eye exams• glaucoma/diabetes

• Macular degeneration• Laser Surgery

Conveniently located at huguley hospitalassignment accepted for all participating insurance companies

huguley doctor’s Bldg.11803 S. freeway, Suite 114 • fort Worth, tX 76115

817-551-5600

diplomates of the american Board of Ophthalmology

Lyle E. Freedman, MDeye Physician and Surgeonresidency at eye foundation hospital

Steve G. Surratt, MDeye Surgeon

residency at Scott & White


Comfortable, Cozy & CasualWith A Small town Atmosphere!

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Homemade lunch specials daily from $5.99

140 South Wilson • Burleson, Texas 76028 • 817-426-9900

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two card tuesday

Come in, draw two cards & see what your discount is. Chance to to win up to 30% off entire purchase.

$300 off Entire Bill

Must present coupon. Offers cannot be combined. Expires 3/3112.Must present coupon. Offers cannot be combined. Expires 3/31/12.

The Home Issue

FEATURED NEXT MONTH IN LOCAL LIFE MAGAZINE:

Just in time for spring, our April issue is all about the Home.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to have your business highlighted on one of our feature pages.

Call Tiffany Griffin (817) 937-2360 or Ashley Carter (817) 933-9312 today.


Local Business Spotlight

Crazy 8 MinistriesWelcome to Crazy 8 Ministries - A ministry compelled by the love of Christ to reach out and come along side others and bring healing to the body, soul and spirit; offering wholeness in yesterday and providing help in today for a victorious walk in tomorrow. C8M is a non-profit organization with a passion rooted deep in the Word of God to counsel, partner, and de-velop those in and beyond the community into the glorious soldier(s) God created them to be.

Located in Burleson, TX they call their facility the “Stomping Grounds”. Their creative and fun approach to God’s teachings is a refreshing light to follow in your own personal walk.

Lisa Schwarz, founder and CEO, leads the charge of this wonderful group of leaders and to understand the name, look no further than her own family of 8. Their educated and caring staff of both males and females works completely volunteer and offer programs for all ages.

Their ministries include: Conference, Counsel-ing, Welcome Home, Discipleship, and Prayer Ministry.

To find out exactly what their minis-tries can offer you visit them online at www.crazy8ministries.com. Check out


their online calendar of events or just contact them directly and let them begin customizing the right program for your group.

In January alone their Biblical Counseling Min-istry saw 155 clients and conducted the equiva-lent of $12,400 worth of counseling for FREE! Via the magic of Skype they ministered to a church in Pakistan, traveled to Marquette Uni-versity for a student weekend conference, and much more.

Upcoming events have trips planned to Arling-ton, El Paso, The Ozarks, Honduras, Pakistan, and possibly India. Of course there’s a ton of work to be done locally and you’ll find C8M doing plenty right here in our neighborhood.

In May you’ll find them partnering with sev-eral other local ministries for “City on a Hill” to raise local awareness and celebrate the centen-nial anniversary of Burleson.

C8M operates solely on private donations and none of the staff is paid. If you’d like to partici-pate in the wonderful life changes God is con-ducting through the love and passion of Crazy 8 Ministries, you can do so right from the web-site. All donations are secure and tax deduct-ible. You’ll also find a place to submit confiden-tial prayer requests or sign up their newsletter.

2 Corinthians 5:13 is really all you need to know about Lisa and her team: “If we are out of our mind, it is for the sake of God; if we are in our right mind it is for you.”


(817) 295-3070699 N.E. Alsbury, Burleson

Choose the Best Deal For You!$10 Custom Bleaching OR $10 Exam and X-Rays

Choose your $10 service offered to you in exchange for your support of Harvest House with can goods and pantry items. Call for details.

www.AlsburyDental.comMost insurances accepted

EVENING APPTSAVAILABLE AFTER 5 PM

• Emergencies Seen SAME DAY• TV • X-BOX • WIFI• Sedation & Nitrous Oxide• Cosmetic Dentistry • Veneers• Teeth Whitening • Implants

$10 TOOTHACHE EXAM & X-RAY

for ALL patients with Harvest House donation

Regularly $109Not valid with any other offers. Expires 3/31/12. Call for details.

$10 NEW PATIENT EXAM & X-RAYS

with Harvest House donation


$10 CUSTOM BLEACHING

TRAYSafter paid complete exam, x-rays, and teeth cleaning


Alsbury Dental COUPON Alsbury Dental COUPON Alsbury Dental COUPON


817.835.5000www.ftwccu.org

1456 Southwest Wilshire Blvd.

Open to those who live, work, or attend school in Tarrant, Denton,

Parker, and Johnson Counties.

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Only $5 to Join! • FREE Mobile/Text Message Banking • Checking With FREE Debit Card

• New and Used Auto Loans • VISA/MasterCard Credit Cards

Your savings federally insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government. National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. Government Agency

changing livesin a changing culture� with the� unchanging truth

Offering 2 Worship ExperiencesSundays 9:00 am and 11:00 am

817.295.0422 www.entrytolife.com601 SW Thomas • Burle�son, TX 76028

We have exciting things going on for people at every stage of life from infants, toddlers, preschoolers, teens, singles, married and up. Dress is casual, so wear whatever you feel comfortable in. We begin the service with contemporary music that is inspiring to the soul. Our Pastor talks about issues that are relevant today and what the Bible says about dealing with them.

Lifegate Churchis for everyone!


The

FITNESSProtection Program

Get out of hiding and into the gym!

50% off EnrollmentCoupon Expires March 31, 2012

(817) 568-3131www.HuguleyFitnessCenter.com


Find us onFollow Local Life on Facebook to keep up with what’s going on in the area and all of the great deals! Check our Facebook page for weekly giveaways!

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(817) 293-84709725SouthFreeway

www.HouseOfFrames.com

Our prices are already the lowest in town, but bring in this ad and receive

your custom framing20%off20%off

Coupon valid through 3/31/12

1020 SOUTH CROWLEY RD.CROWLEY, TX 76036

817-297-7325OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

MONDAY-SATURDAY 7-7, SUNDAY 9-5

$100 CREDIT VOUCHER ON 4 TIRE PURCHASE

Valid at Crowley, TX location only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Restrictions apply.

$20 OFF 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Valid at Crowley, TX location only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Restrictions apply.


Healthy Smiles Start Here!

Additional Training in Children’s Dentistry

Kid-Friendly Environment

Over 30 Years Combined Experience

Offering Oral, IV and General Sedation

1161 SW Wilshire Blvd., Suite 110(Across from Burleson High School in the Huguley Professional Building)

817-447-7474www.BurlesonKids.comMost insurance and Medicaid Accepted

Book Your Dental Appointment Now!Jennifer Ketchel, D.D.S. • Dale Martin, D.D.SDrew Jamison, D.D.S • Casey Stroud, D.D.S

Digital mammograms in Burleson.

At Texas Health Harris Methodist Outpatient Center Burleson, we’re all

about making the patient experience easier. That’s why we offer a wide

variety of outpatient imaging services. From our Digital MammoPad®

technology, which provides a more comfortable mammogram, to our DEXA

bone scan technology, which allows for advanced bone density screenings,

we want to make getting care quick, effective and convenient. And lucky for

you, our doors are not far from yours. Schedule a screening with us today.

1-877-THR-WELLTexasHealth.org/Burleson

Doctors on the medical staff practice independently and are not employees or agents of the hospital. © 2012

Taking mammography further, keeping you closer.

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