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JUNE 2008 • Zachary business & real estate Journal • zacharybusiness.com • page 3
PUBLISHER’S note
Morris focusing on economic
development, small business
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June 2008
Volume 3 Number 11
t the Zachary Chamber of Commerce's
annual membership banquet in April, the
new board of directors for 2008-09 was sworn in
by Judge Lonny Myles.
Harry Morris also took over as board president,
replacing Greg McDougall. As president, Morris
plans to focus much of his energy on the same
thing he focuses on during much of his waking
hours: economic development.
Morris remains committed to economic development because he has a keen interest in the city's
future and he knows the businesses that are
recruited to open their doors in Zachary could
have long-lasting benefits to the community. As CEO of the Bank of Zachary
and founding member of the chamber's economic development arm, Team City,
he is one of the city's biggest cheerleaders.
When looking forward to his year as chamber president, Morris said he hopes
to focus on small businesses.
“We need to work on things to help small business,” said Morris. “We need
to promote small business in Zachary and see what we can do to help them succeed.”
Howard Arceneaux
Publisher
& Editor
Margot T. May
Associate Publisher
Helen Turner
Associate Editor
Bryan May
Business Manager
Ash Adams
Account Executives
Reggie Bridges
Mike Glisson
Kristy Griffin
Kristie Gros
Judy Troth
Tyler Winner
Columnists
See Publisher’s Note, p19
INSIDE
Publisher's Note ..................................................................................4
Cover Story: LA Night Jam 08 ..........................................................6
Feature: Vacation Cruises ..................................................................9
Business Profile: Body by Design....................................................10
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Around Zachary ................................................................................12
Calendar of Events............................................................................17
Business Spotlight: Hager Realty ....................................................18
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Newsmakers......................................................................................20
New Business News: Cajun Catch ..................................................22
New Business News: Tractor Supply ..............................................22
New Business News: Broussard Paper ............................................23
Focus on Health ................................................................................25
www.ZacharyBusiness.com
Legal Matters: Kristy Griffin............................................................26
ON THE COVER
Positive Thinking: Tyler Winner ......................................................27
Personal Wellness: Judy Troth..........................................................28
Real Estate: Mike Glisson ................................................................29
Moment of Fatih: Reggie Bridges ....................................................30
amien Sharman of England performs a jump during practice for the upcoming LA Night Jam on
June 14 at Bennett’s Waterski School.
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Snapshots ..........................................................................................31
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Ryan Fitts of Shreveport is expected to challenge for the men’s title at LA Night Jam.
Top skiers vying for prize money at LA Night Jam
By Howard Arceneaux
orld record-holder
Freddie “The
Nightmare” Krueger will be
among more than 30 of the
world’s top-ranked professional
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water-ski jumpers who are expected to compete in LA Night Jam
08, scheduled for June 14 at
Bennett’s Waterski School.
LA Night Jam is the second
stop on the seven-event schedule
of the 2008 MasterCraft Pro
Waterski Tour. A total of $21,000
will be up for grabs as skiers
compete under the lights for the
second straight year.
Krueger electrified the audience as he set the nighttime world
record of 230 feet at last year’s
event. Krueger recently won the
“We’ve created an event that will be
fun for the whole family,” said Priekulis.
“This is more than just a waterski jump
competition. It’s a festival and there will
be all kinds of activities to entertain
people.”
Brad Priekulis. event planner
U.S. Masters event and he’s been pegged as
the person to beat. Challenging Krueger will
be Shreveport pro Ryan Fitts, who finished
second at the U.S. Masters. Headlining the
women’s field is Zachary’s own world-class
skier, Danyelle Bennett.
The field of at least 30 skiers will qualify
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 14, with the top
eight men and top six women advancing to
the nighttime finals.
The skiers will be seeded based on the earlier qualifying. Each finalist will get three
jumps, with the farthest jump counting in the
final standings. The winners will each earn a
share of the $21,000 in prize money, based on
their final ranking. The entire competition area
will be lit up by large portable stadium lights.
“When you put an event like this under the
lights, with the energy of the crowd as they
cheer each jump, it’s like a stadium atmosphere,” said the event’s planner, Brad
Priekulis. He said grand stands will be set up,
putting the crowd right near the lake where
the competition takes place.
Gates will open at 6 p.m. with a festivallike atmosphere for the spectators. Priekulis
said there will be lots of games and fun activities, display booths to shop, good food and
drinks along with tons of giveaways. The
Army will have a rock-climbing wall onsite
and there will be plenty to entertain kids.
The cost of the event is $10 per carload at
the entrance, meaning each car or vehicle will
be charged $10 regardless of how many people are in it.
Among the food suppliers will be Sammy’s
Grill and Domino’s Pizza as well as CocaCola and Budweiser and lots of other food and
drink vendors.
“We’ve created an event that will be fun
for the whole family,” said Priekulis. “This is
more than just a waterski jump competition.
It’s a festival and there will be all kinds of
activities to entertain people.”
Opening ceremonies followed by the finals
begin at 8 p.m. The women will compete first,
followed by a brief wakeboard demonstration,
then the men will take “the stage.” The event
will be featured on a live webcast at
www.LANightJam.com.
“We’ve condensed it into a two-hour show
because we want to make it fun for the whole
family,” said Priekulis. “When the crowd
cheers for every jump, it sends chills up your
spine because it’s so exciting.”
A beach party with a live band and dancing
will follow the skiing competition, beginning
at around 10:30. Plenty of security will ensure
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9:00am
Women's Jump qualifier round 1
Men's Jump qualifier round 1
Women's Jump qualifier round 2
Men's Jump qualifier round 2
6:00pm Gates open & Festival begins
Food & Drinks served
Damien Sharman soars through air.
Product Booths open
everyone has a good time. The
party will end at 1 a.m.
“Come early to get a good
spot,” Priekulis said. “There will
be great food and drinks. There
will also be plenty of crowd giveaways, too, from the sponsors,
like t-shirts, posters and lots of
other stuff.”
He said spectators can get up
close and personal with the competitors, who will be available
during the event for autographs,
pictures and conversation to anyone who drops by their area. A
La-Z-Boy rocker called the “Hot
Seat” will be set up, with the
leaders enjoying the comfort as
Live Music
Wakeboard Demonstrations
Barefoot Demonstrations
Freestyle Jumping Demonstrations
Off-water activities and amusements
8:00pm Women's Night Jump Competition
Men's Night Jump Competition
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successive competitors try to
take their place and bump them
out.
LA Night Jam has been heavily promoted. On recent Thursday,
Friday and Saturday nights, some
of the competitors have made
promotional appearances at area
Hooters, Tiki Tubing, Superior
Grill and both locations of
Sammy’s Restaurants.
“We’re pushing to make it an
annual event and grow it every
year,” said Priekulis. “Next year
we hope to make it even bigger
and better. It can really become
an annual Louisiana tradition.”
On www.LANightJam.com,
there’s a video of Krueger’s
world record jump from last year.
There’s also plenty of information about the event. Priekulis
said some sponsorship opportunities are still available. Call (337)
356-8849 for information.
Cruises provide affordable and enjoyable vacation options
By Kristie Gros
re you thinking about
forgoing that summer
vacation this year?
Have you ever considered taking a
cruise? A cruise offers
unmatched variety,
service, convenience,
and fun. Plus, it's more affordable than many landbased vacations.
A cruise enables you to visit multiple locations for
one low price, without the hassle of coordinating all
the travel details. Your vacation begins the moment
you arrive; everything is taken care of, including your
luggage. And now, many cruises are just a short drive
or flight away. There are three ports within 300 miles
of The Baton Rouge Metro Area: New Orleans (4- and
5-day cruises), Galveston (4-, 5- and 7-day cruises)
and Mobile (4- and 5-day cruises).
When you take a cruise you don't have to worry
about, what's for dinner, where are we going to eat, all
of those things are taken care of for you. When you
take into account all the things that are included in the
cost of a cruise compared to a land based vacation the
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saving add up very quickly.
Here are a few more reasons why cruises make
great vacations.
Choice: Buffet or fine dining? Hang out pool side
or hit the slots? Enjoy a Broadway-style show or take
a nap? Go to the spa or play a game of hoops?
Snorkeling or shopping? Adventure or relax? And the
list goes on and on. The great thing about a cruise is
that you get to choose what you want to do, by yourself or with your family.
Variety: Thousands of itineraries to hundreds of
ports across all seven continents. And there are endless
activities for every body, onboard and ashore. Most
cruises have programs for kids and teens so there is
plenty for the kids. Like to shop? Some of world's
best shopping is available onboard and in port, and it
is duty free. Waking up in a brand new port of call is
part of the fun. And with every new port, you'll have
unique opportunities ashore. Jungle safaris, zip lines,
historic city tours, and dolphin encounters are just a
few of the exciting shore excursions you can add to
your package
Ease: You can choose from 23 U.S. ports to sail
from and no matter how many ports of call you visit,
you'll only unpack once. It can't get much easier than
that. Plus you never have to lift a finger, your dishes
are done, the beds are made, you can even have someone do your laundry. Need a day at the spa, it is all
onboard.
Value: Nothing beats a cruise for incredible vacation savings - you'll visit multiple destinations and
enjoy everything from endless dining options to world
class entertainment. And it is all included in the cost of
your cruise.
Togetherness: There's no better way to travel for
small or large groups of friends and family than a
cruise. Planning group reservations easy, affordable
and convenient. You can pick your staterooms all on
the same deck, dine at the same restaurants onboard,
enjoy a Broadway-style show together, and so much
more. And best of all, there's something fun for everyone. When you travel as a group, the incredible experiences you have and the memories you share are sure
to last a life time.
So if you aren't sure where you want to go or what
you want to do on your next vacation, consider a
cruise and consider it done.
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(225) 665-7050.
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Dr. Janet Lewis pioneering Smartlipo techniques
Designing
BODIES
Dr. Janet Lewis marks a patient during a Smartlipo consultation.
By Howard Arceneaux
aving a body that is designed and sculpted
exactly the way you want it is closer than
you might think.
Dr. Janet Lewis is among the first surgeons in the
Baton Rouge area to offer a new procedure that promises to revolutionize liposuction cosmetic surgery.
Smartlipo™ is an innovative major advancement in
the field of body contouring and body sculpting.
The technology relies on LaserBodySculpting, a
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minimally invasive surgical treatment, or lipolysis,
that does what no fitness routine can: it melts away
unwanted fat and smoothes out unwelcomed and
uneven skin. It does so by permanently destroying fat
cells.
“The ideal candidate is someone who is in good
shape, they just have trouble areas they are targeting,”
said Dr. Lewis, whose Body By Design clinic special-
izes in Smartlipo. “The best candidates have areas of
fat that will not respond to diet and exercise. Ideal
candidates are in good health, near normal body
weight and have realistic expectations for the results.”
Traditional liposuction is the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure and relies on an 8-milimeter
tube inserted through an incision. Fat is literally
See Designing Bodies, p11
BUSINESS Profile
Designing Bodies, continued from pg 10
. “The best candidates have areas of fat that will
not respond to diet and exercise. Ideal candidates
are in good health, of normal body weight and
have realistic expectations for the results.”
Dr. Janet Lewis ,
owner of Body by Design clinic
Dr. Janet Lewis and her 32-month-old daughter, Kai.
scrapped and dislodged by the tube and sucked out
for disposal. The procedure requires general anesthesia and often causes painful discomfort and bruising
as the affected areas recover.
“Smartlipo is minimally invasive, requiring a
small incision and local anesthesia,” said Dr. Lewis.
“It's done in my office, and the patient is awake the
whole time. During the procedure, there is no pain.
After the anesthesia has worn off, it only feels like
the aches and pains that follow a vigorous workout.”
A very small cannula, or tube, approximately 1.0
mm to 2.0 mm in diameter and containing a laser
fiber, is inserted under the skin. The cannula is
moved back and forth delivering the laser's energy to
the fat cells, causing them to rupture and easily drain
away. The laser energy also interacts with the dermis,
resulting in skin tightening by collagen production.
The laser also causes small blood vessels to coag-
ulate immediately on contact, resulting in less bleeding, swelling and bruising. Recovery is quicker than
conventional liposuction. Because general anesthesia
is unnecessary, the procedure is very safe with only
minimal risks.
Smartlipo is ideal for treating areas of loose and
flabby skin, including the entire abdomen as well as
the jaw & chin, neck, arms, knees, back, bra strap
and breasts. For most patients, typically only one
treatment is required and a session may last from 45
minutes to one hour for each area treated.
“We typically recommend one to two days of rest
but some patients return to work the following day,”
said Dr. Lewis.
The procedure improves the body's shape,
improves cellulite spots and will tighten sagging skin.
“Results can be seen immediately with continued
improvement over three to six months,” Dr. Lewis
said. “Most patients will witness an amazing transformation in the tone and shape of their body.”
Dr. Lewis trained under Dr. Todd Malan of
Scottsdale, Ariz., who brought the procedure to the
United States. Dr. Malan is a nationally recognized
expert in the procedure. His practice is devoted to
Smartlipo and doctors from all over the U.S. and
Canada train with him. Smartlipo was approved by
the FDA in November of 2006.
Dr. Lewis grew up in Lake Charles and completed
her undergraduate studies at Stanford University in
California. She graduated from Morehouse School of
Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia and completed her
Orthopaedic Surgery training at LSU Medical Center
in New Orleans. She also completed a Foot and
Ankle Fellowship at Baylor University in Texas. She
is a Board Certified surgeon and a member of the
American Academy of Cosmetic Physicians and the
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. She
continues to maintain her thriving Orthopaedic practice.
A big proponent of health and fitness, Dr. Lewis
is a strict vegetarian and works out five times a week.
Dr. Lewis was an Orthopaedic Surgeon in
Zachary for 8 years, but moved to the Greater Baton
Rouge Surgical Hospital Medical Office Complex at
7855 Howell Blvd, in May of 2006. She shares
office space, Suite 130, with her sister, Dr. Angela
Lewis, a neuro-ophthalmologist.
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AROUND Zachary
Merge undergoing changes
erge Fitness
Centers
have entered into a
management and
operational agreement
with Spectrum Fitness
centers of Baton Rouge.
Spectrum will take over all aspects of management of the Zachary
and Central locations of Merge and the names will change to Spectrum
later this month. Al Moreau Jr. and his family will continue to own the
two health clubs.
Spectrum has seven other locations in the Greater Baton Rouge area.
“Spectrum will go from seven locations to nine and Merge will go
from two locations to nine locations,” said project manager Amy Wall.
”Members should be happy because they will have access to all of the
Spectrum locations.”
Wall said significant renovations will also take place at the Zachary
location with all brand new equipment being installed in addition to a
building facelift. She said the front desk will change as will flooring
and the overall look of the facility. A nursery will also be added.
Brian Needham has been hired to manage the Zachary location.
Judy Troth will continue to serve as morning manager. More changes
will be implemented gradually, Wall said.
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“Health clubs used to be about working out,” she said. “Now
it’s about lifestyle changes and Spectrum is committed to the
whole person.”
Safe sitter training scheduled
A comprehensive babysitter training course for boys and girls ages
11-13 is scheduled for June 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The training
will take place at Lane RMC's Staff Development Classroom. Cost is
$20 per person and registration is required. Call 654-LANE (5263).
Stroke education program slated
Moving Forward After Stroke will be held
June 9 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Lane
Rehabilitation Center, located at 4601 McHugh
Road.
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approach to stroke rehabilitation.
Education materials provided include an overview of stroke, safe
and appropriate exercises, home safety and modifications, adaptive
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equipment, diet recommendations and other important information.
Registration is required. Family members and care providers are
encouraged to attend. Call 658-6800 for information.
at the Scale Down Center, 6300 Main Street, Building G, located
behind the hospital's fitness trail. Seating is limited and registration is
required. Call 658-4463.
Diabetes group to meet
Ask-a-lawyer June 7
A free support/encouragement group will meet June 10 from 6 p.m.
to 7:30 p.m. at Lane RMC. For any questions or to reserve a seat, contact Sherri Brady, RN, at 658-4583.
Take advantage of free legal counseling sessions offered by the Pro
Bono Project of the Baton Rouge Bar Association. Area attorneys will
be available for confidential, one-on-one, 15-minute sessions for legal
advice on a first-come, first-served basis at the Pride-Chaneyville
branch on June 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For information, call
(225) 658-1580 or (225) 274-4480.
Weight reduction session set
A free informational program on Weight Reduction Surgery will be
held at Lane RMC on June 19 at 5:30 p.m. Obesity is a serious health
concern. If you are overweight or obese, you are more likely to develop
serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and other health
conditions. Weight reduction can help get you off medications for many
of these conditions.
Call the Weight Reduction Surgery Center at (225) 654-2933 for
information or to register for the program. Registration is required.
Scale Down orientation set
Free orientation sessions on the HMR Weight Management Program
take place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
Charlie the Noiseguy coming
Charlie Williams is the “Noiseguy”, a children’s comedian and vocal
impressionist who can imitate the sound of planes, trains, automobiles
and much more! He will teach children, ages 4 and up, at the Zachary
branch on June 7 at 10 a.m. No registration is required. For information, call (225) 231-3760.
Farmer Minor, Daisy to appear
Farmer Minor and Daisy, the pot-bellied reading pig, will once
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AROUND Zachary
again present their famous program, “Pig Out on Reading” at the
Zachary Library on June 9 at 2:30 p.m. and at the Pride-Chaneyville
branch on June 16 at 10 a.m. for children, ages 4 to 11. Registration is
required. To register or for information, call (225) 231-3760.
Library programs for teens
These programs for teens
will be held in
June. For more
information or
to register, call the individual library.
Zachary branch
Taekwondo Basics - June 10, 2 p.m.
Teens will be taught an introduction to
Taekwondo with an emphasis on selfdefense from fifth degree black belt and
senior certified instructor, Sarah Bailey
Luke. Registration is required.
Pride-Chaneyville branch
Dance Dance Revolution - June 12,
11 a.m. Teens are invited to take a spin with Dance Dance
Revolution! Several versions will be available for participants to
try. Registration is required and limited to 6.
What's Your Super Power? - June 25, 2 p.m. Create your own
comic book packed with super heroes and villains! Library staff
will help participants draw, write, and design comic strips.
Registration is required and limited to 12.
Library programs for children
These programs for children
will be held in June. For more
information or to register, please
call the individual library.
Zachary branch
Chess Time - June 21, 9:15
a.m. Anyone interested in playing
or learning to play chess can
attend this designated chess time.
Players will be matched according to age and/or skill level.
Library staff will be on hand to provide assistance and basic instruction. Registration is required.
Nancy Drew Book Club - June 21, 11 a.m. Children, ages 7 to 11,
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Disney Quiz Bowl - June 26, 3 p.m. - The Zachary Library Teen
Council will present a Disney Quiz Bowl for children, ages 7 to 11.
Teams of three will compete in this contest which will consist of questions from Disney classics. Prizes will be awarded and costumes are
encouraged. Registration is required.
Pride-Chaneyville branch
Teddy Bear Picnic - June 13, 12 p.m., Children, ages 3 to 5, are
invited to bring their teddy bears and lunches to the library for the ultimate Teddy Bear Picnic. Registration is required and limited to 20.
Mad Hatter's Tea Party - June 26, 2:30 p.m. Children, ages 6 to 11,
will create their own “mad hat” while listening to Alice in
Wonderland. Registration is required and limited to 20.
Keep Your Smile Beautiful - June 30, 10:30 a.m. Learn how to keep
a winning smile with Dr. Charles B. Morrison, DDS , who will teach
children, ages 5 to 11, about the importance of oral health and how to
properly brush and floss. Registration is required and limited to 30.
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No registration is required. For information, call (225) 231-3760.
Youth Ballet to
perform
The Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre's
Youth Ballet will present Graduation
Day at 3:30 p.m. on June 17 at the
Zachary Library. Graduation Ball is
a light-hearted comic ballet set to
the music of Johann Strauss,
inspired by a piece by David
Lichine. Children, ages 5 to 11, are
invited. For information, call (225)
231-3760.
Draw with Chuck Galey
Popular children's book illustrator, Chuck Galey, will give a drawing
lesson to ages, 5 to 11, at the Zachary Library on June 18 at 2:30 p.m.
and at the Pride-Chaneyville branch on June 23 at 2:30 p.m. Galey has
Face-painting event set
Teens are invited to a creative face painting workshop. Melanie and
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Melissa Babin will demonstrate various techniques on how to create
simple and complicated designs at the Zachary library on June 23 at 10
a.m. The Babin sisters are both in the eighth grade and have been painting for over six years. For information, 658-1870.
Tee Up for BR Junior Amateur
All junior golfers can register for the 2008 Baton Rouge
Junior Amateur
Championship, which will be
held June 17 – 18 at Beaver
Creek Golf Course.
The tournament is open to
the first 96 juniors, ages 9 –
17, and the deadline to register is June 12. The entry fee is
$50 per player, which includes
two tournament rounds, a
tournament gift, food both
days and gift card prizes. Tee times will run from 8 to 9:50 a.m. off
holes one and 10, with the older age groups teeing off first.
The boy’s champion will earn an exemption into the Baton Rouge
Amateur to be played at Santa Maria, August 9 – 10. The girl’s champion will earn an exemption into the Baton Rouge Ladies’ Amateur to be
held at Webb Memorial, Nov.15 – 16.
For information or to register, call Jack Terry or Lee Stirling at
(225) 774.5946.
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JUNE 5
Safe sitter training
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Lane RMC
654-LANE (5263)
JUNE 10
Diabetes Support Group
Lane RMC
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
658-4583
JUNE 6
Chamber of Commerce
Ribbon Cuttings
Sullivan's Gifts
10 a.m.
Cajun Catch
10:45 a.m.
654-6777
JUNE 14
LA Night Jam 2008
6 p.m.
Bennett's Ski School
337-356-8849
JUNE 17-18
BREC Junior Amateur
Golf Tournament
Beaver Creek Course
8 a.m.
774-5946
JUNE 7
Ask-a-lawyer program
Pride-Chaneyville library
9:30 a.m.
658-1580
JUNE 18
Chamber of Commerce
Business Builders Lunch
Roger's Steaks and Seafood
Noon
654-6777
JUNE 9
Stoke education program
Lane Rehabilitation Center
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
658-6800
Events
JUNE 19
Weight Reduction Surgery
Program
Lane RMC
5:30 p.m.
654-LANE (5263)
ONGOING
Scale Down Orientation
Every Monday, 5:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.
Scale Down Center
Registration required
658-4463
Kiwanis Club Meetings
Every Wednesday
7:10 a.m.
Rotary Club Luncheons
Every Thursday
Noon
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Hager Realty committed to saving money for home sellers
By Howard Arceneaux
iffany Hager hopes to
change the way real
estate business is conducted, and
she's making believers one client
at a time. Her firm, Hager
Realty, is a new breed of real
estate agency that offers a hybrid
approach to selling homes.
The new approach has revolutionized the traditional commission system, saving clients millions of dollars. It works like
this: The standard real estate
commission is 6 percent, meaning on a $300,000 house, the
realtor's commission typically
would be $18,000. Hager Realty
charges a $500 flat fee and a
half-percent commission. So on
the same house, the realtor fee
paid would be $2,000 if there is
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Tiffany Hager
no other agent involved. The difference stays in the seller's pocket.
Hager said because of technology and access to information, “The standard fee is a practice some agents and consumers
feel has become antiquated.”
The hybrid concept was
originally developed by Duffy
Realty in Atlanta and is now
available in more than 50 U.S.
markets. Hager is headquartered in Baton Rouge, although
she recently joined the Zachary
Chamber of Commerce and is
familiarizing herself with the
local market.
Hager offers full-service
MLS listings, as well as a
showcase listing on Realtor.com,
the largest home search website.
The listings are customized with
up to 10 photos and colorful and
attractive descriptions. In addition, homes are listed on 40
other powerful internet search
engines like Yahoo and Google
along with websites like
Zillow.com, Trulia.com,
Hotpads.com and House.com.
Hager said the sites are actively
monitored for traffic to ensure
maximum exposure for the seller.
Also provided is an audio tour
with an individual 800 number
and private extension for your
sign and a yard sign to handle
calls and make appointments.
Among the many other services offered by Hager Realty are
guidance on pricing with the
most recent comps, guidance on
staging, contract negotiation,
coordination on all paperwork,
ordering the title and arranging
the closing.
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“It is important to draw the distinction
between full-service firms and full-commission firms,” Hager said. “We offer comprehensive services - we're a full-service firm
but they can pick the services they want.”
One client of Hager's is convinced. Josh
Laravia saved more than $12,000 when he
recently listed and sold his home with Hager
Realty in four days. “Working with Tiffany
was a wonderful experience,” said Laravia.
“She went out of her way to service me and
how can I complain? My house sold in only
four days.”
Hager's website is
www.HagerRealtyLa.com and she can be
reached by email at
[email protected]. Her
office is (225) 590-3901.
Said Hager, “You can sell your home your
way, take advantage of the benefits of having
a realtor on your side and keep the equity
that's built up in your home…now that's a
better way. So whether you're buying or selling, contact us and we will be willing to help
with your real estate needs.”
Publisher’s Note, continued from pg 4
From time to time, the chamber board
has discussed periodic seminars geared for
small business and Morris said he hopes
something concrete like a series of educational seminars can be developed and
implemented.
During his tenure, he also plans to work
on fixing up the Chamber's office, which
needs several repairs; tweak the committees
where needed; look at starting a citywide
community market, perhaps once a month;
develop ambassadors for the chamber; and
then the most ambitious, find funding for
an entertainment venue like an auditorium
that would benefit Zachary's schools and
the community.
“I would like to see us develop more
cultural influences,” Morris said.
ZFest was a big success in only its second year, and Morris said he'd like to see
the community-wide festival continue to
grow. He said he'd also like to see the
chamber increase its membership. This
year, the annual golf tournament be organized by the Rotary Club and he hopes for
its continued success as well as that of
Ladies Night Out.
Economic development will continue to
take up much of his time.
“I'm working on restaurants that serve a
balanced meal,” Morris said. “I'd also like
to see a men's clothing store and some
entertainment options for kids. I would like
to help develop the shopping to the point
we could be independent of Baton Rouge.
We can't finish this in a year, but I'd like to
see us move in that direction.”
The board will further work on its agenda for the year at its annual retreat on July
8. New board members are Lisa Cupit of
Pelican State Credit Union and Mark
Marionneaux of Landmark Bank. Rotating
off the board were Al Moreau Jr. and
McDougall.
“We're going to try and hopefully promote the wishes of the city,” said Morris.
“We want to develop and help the city any
way we can.”
Howard Arceneaux
Publisher
NEWS Makers
Fire Chief Wallis retires
an Wallis has retired after a distinguished 30-year career as
Zachary's fire chief.
Wallis was presented a plaque commemorating his 30 years of
service by his father, Councilman Dan Wallis Sr. The younger Wallis
plans to begin a new job with the state.
Wallis began serving with the Zachary Fire Department in 1980
and was promoted to deputy fire chief in 1985. He was promoted to
fire chief in November of 1999. Boyce Smith has been promoted to
interim fire chief until a permanent replacement is hired.
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Cupit promoted by Pelican SCU
Lisa Cupit, a local resident and native of
Zachary, has recently been promoted to
Southern Division Operations Manager by
Pelican State Credit Union. Cupit's responsibilities cover Pelican's branches in Zachary,
Denham Springs, Baton Rouge and Chalmette.
She will be working from her new location in
Baton Rouge.
“I am thrilled for the opportunity to grow
Lisa Cupit
with Pelican,” said Cupit, who was hired to
manage the Zachary branch when it first opened in 2004. She has
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been instrumental in the development and continual growth of the
local branch and now has the opportunity to bring the same success to
other branches.
Cupit has served the Zachary community, supporting local charities,
chamber events and school athletic fundraisers. She was recently elected to the Zachary Chamber of Commerce's board of directors.
Williamson earns excellence award
Eyeonics, Inc., the developer of the
Crystalens®, the first and only FDA approved
accommodating intraocular lens, has recently
launched the “Center of Excellence” program
where surgeons are presented awards when they
reach substantial experience and mastery.
Dr. Charles Williamson was recently honored
with the award. Williamson is the founder of
Williamson Eye Centers, and is recognized for
Dr. Charles
his work in cataract, lens implant and refractive
Williamson
surgery.
“We were happy to be recognized as the leading center in Louisiana for the Crystalens implant,” said Williamson.
Williamson Eye Center has locations in Zachary, Baton Rouge,
Gonzales and Denham Springs. For more information on Williamson
Eye Centers, go to www.williamsoncenters.com.
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NEWS Makers
First place was awarded to Kasey Cooke, Sherri Brady, Lori Grace
CIS hires new HR administrator and Craig Talbot for “Evaluate the Effects of Right Glycemic Control.”
Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is pleased to announce
Patti Rasberry has joined its team as Human Resources Administrator.
A native of Houma, Rasberry brings more than 20 years of experience
in human resources to CIS.
Rasberry earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and
Master's Degree in Business Administration from Nicholls State
University in Thibodaux. She is certified as a Senior Professional of
Human Resources (SPHR) from the Human Resource Certification
Institute.
Prior to joining CIS, Rasberry served as the Assistant Vice
President, Human Resources Director at South Louisiana Bank in
Houma. There she was responsible for the development, maintenance
and administration of human resource programs.
Lane managers finish series
Lane Regional Medical Center nursing managers recently completed an 18-month Leadership Development Series, in which they were
introduced to authentic, complex problems that reflect on-the-job challenges facing nursing management today.
Lane RMC nursing management teams researched six topics pertinent to health care today and presented posters on their findings. The
posters were judged by a distinguished panel.
Second place was award to Kathy Peairs and Shanna Landry for “Stop
Nosocomial Urinary Tract Infections.” Third place was awarded to
Julie Spears, Trudie Meeks and Lisa Shepard for “How Nursing Affects
the Bottom Line.” The posters will be presented in Franklin, Tenn. in
September at the national CHS nursing symposium.
Lane Auxiliary awards scholarship
Nicole Lormand, a 2008 graduate of Zachary High School, is this
year's recipient of the Lane RMC Auxiliary Scholarship.
While attending ZHS, Lormand was a member of the National
Honor Society, Beta Club, and president of the FFA. She also
received the Bronco Scholar Award and an Academic Letter. Nicole
plans to pursue a degree in neurology.
Each year, the Lane RMC Auxiliary awards a scholarship to a high
school graduating senior who is interested in entering the healthcare
field.
EDITORS NOTE: If you have an item for Zachary Business & Real
Estate Journal, email it to [email protected] or send it to:
Business News, P.O. Box 1407, St. Francisville, LA 70775. Submissions
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NEW BusinessNEWS
Cajun Catch hooks customers with tasty recipes
S
am Phillips always
dreamed of opening a
restaurant. He enjoyed cooking
for friends and family as a way
to relax from his job as a
chemical engineer with the
Department of Environmental
Quality.
Phillips along with partners
Judy and Lonny Myles recently
opened Cajun Catch at 4347
High Street.
The restaurant features a
menu that includes fried
seafood plates including catfish, shrimp and oysters along
with chicken tenders. The special Cajun Sauce is spicy and is
great on the side with virtually
everything.
There’s also several salads
to choose from. Also on the
menu are Hushmuffins, a deli-
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muffin batter; Tasty onion rings,
potato salad and coleslaw. Desserts are homemade too: chocolate chip
cookies and cheesecake.
“All of the food is homemade from scratch,” said Kelly Phillips,
Sam’s daughter who works behind the counter. Also working in the
restaurant are Sam’s wife, Patty, and their son, Eric, and his wife,
Megan.
Cajun Catch offers refreshing daquiris and a wide selection of
domestic and imported beer. The restaurant also features a drivethrough and call-in or faxed orders are welcomed.
“We’re going to expand slowly, first by offering a special of the
day that we’ll switch up,” said Kelly. “We’ll keep the menu consistent. We have a 42-inch TV and we’ll have specials for LSU games
and Saints games. We will also have tailgating packages.”
Cajun Catch is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9
p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information or to
order, call 654-6844 or fax 654-3677.
Tractor Supply Co.
A
new 19,000-square-foot Tractor Supply store has opened at
10011 Greenwell Springs Port Hudson Road. Justin Freeman is
the store manager with 15 full and part-time employees. In addition to
the large interior, a fenced area carries more products.
In 1938, Charles Schmidt Sr. of Chicago established a mail order
tractor parts business. By 1939, it had grown into a successful retail
store in Minot, N.D. Today, Tractor Supply is the largest retail farm and
ranch store chain in the United States.
The company operates more than 750 stores in 40 states and employs
more than 10,000. The company’s headquarters are in Brentwood, Tenn.
Its stock is traded on NASDAQ exchange under the symbol “TSCO.”
Today Tractor Supply is a leading edge retailer with revenues surpassing
$2 billion.
NEW BusinessNEWS
Broussard Paper provides all types of janitorial supplies
B
ill and Mertis Edwards have
opened the second location of
their Broussard Paper Company at 4538
Lee Street behind Kim’s Nails in
Zachary. Broussard Paper sells a full
range of wholesale janitorial, restaurant
and related chemical products and supplies in addition to printing paper.
The Edwards purchased Broussard
Paper 12 years ago. The company is
headquartered in Gonzales.
“We had some customers in this area
and with the influx of people, we
thought it was a good place to open a
location,” said Bill Edwards.
Added Mertis, “Zachary is a small
town like Gonzales and that helped to
find a market similar to that. We’re looking forward to being part of the Zachary
Community.”
Broussard Paper is open from 7:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information, call
658-9237.
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FOCUS ON Health
Proper protection the key to
preventing sun-damaged skin
t's nearly impossible during the summer months to avoid the sun.
Many of our leisure activities during the summer months take place
outside.
Excessive exposure to the sun can have a negative impact on the skin and
can make a person look older than he/she really is. And yet, many people
can't resist spending hours beneath the warm glow of the sun.
Ultraviolet (UV) light, the invisible but intense rays of the sun, damages
your skin. Some of those harmful effects - such as suntan or sunburn - are
visible right away. But other skin changes, including liver spots or deep
wrinkles, appear and worsen over time. With repeated sun exposure, the skin
damage can even progress into cancerous tumors.
A suntan is the result of injury to the epidermis, the top layer of your skin.
A tan develops when UV light accelerates the production of melanin.
Melanin is the dark pigment in the epidermis that gives your skin its normal
color. The extra melanin - produced to protect the deeper layers of your skin
- creates the darker color of a "tan." A suntan is your body's way of blocking
out the ultraviolet rays to prevent further injury to the skin, but the protection
only goes so far.
Eventually, ultraviolet light causes the skin to burn, bringing pain, redness
and swelling. Depending on the severity of the burn, the dead, damaged skin
may peel away to make room for new skin cells. Though the symptoms of
sunburn may fade after several days, the damage to your skin remains. Sun
exposure that is intense enough to cause a burn can also damage the DNA of
skin cells.
People with darker skin pigment are less likely to burn because of the
protective action of the melanocytes, which produce melanin. However, even
those with darker skin types can burn with repeated exposures to UV light.
So even though people with darker skin can tan and tolerate longer periods
of sun exposure without "burning," the sun can still cause skin damage.
Over the years, your skin naturally begins to show signs of aging. For
example, you may notice more wrinkles and thinner, more fragile skin.
Exposure to UV light can accelerate these changes and make you appear
older than you are.
Skin changes caused by the sun are called photoaging. Photoaging, unlike
natural aging, results in coarse, dry skin, freckling, skin discoloration, leathery skin, and deep wrinkles. It can also cause serious skin damage, including
noncancerous (benign) and cancerous skin tumors.
To prevent premature aging and skin damage, all people, regardless of
age, should take the necessary steps to protect their skin. For the most complete sun protection, use all three of these methods - in order of importance:
1. Avoid the sun during high-intensity hours. The sun's rays are
most damaging from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reduce the time you spend outdoors
during these hours.
2. Wear protective clothing. Cover your skin with clothing, such as
long-sleeved shirts, long pants and wide-brimmed hats.
3. Use sunscreen. Apply sunscreen liberally 30 minutes before
going outdoors so that your skin has time to absorb the sunscreen. Then
reapply according to the directions on the label.
You don't need to hide away indoors to protect your skin. Just be smart
about your sun exposure and take precautions to keep your skin healthy for
years to come.
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LEGAL M a t t e r s
KRISTY GRIFFIN
Power of attorney can include many responsibilities
M
any people find
that giving a trusted person a power
of attorney to act
on their behalf
gives them peace
of mind. A power
of attorney allows a person to designate a
person or persons who may act on their
behalf and to designate the conditions under
which that person may act. The person giving the power of attorney is called the princi-
pal and the person to whom the power is
given is called the agent.
A power of attorney can be very broad
and give the agent powers and authority to
act on the principal's behalf in any and all
matters, or the power of attorney may be
very specific and give the agent the power
and authority to act for the principal only in
connection with one specific matter. To give
an agent power and authority to act in certain
matters, such as to buy and sell immovable
property, the document must specifically
state that the agent has that power.
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A power of attorney may be drafted such
that the power would become effective
immediately and would survive the principal's subsequent incapacity, or the power of
attorney may be drafted so that it only
becomes effective upon the incapacity of the
principal. This type of power is referred to
as “durable” power of attorney because the
power survives the disability of the principal
rather than the power becoming void upon
the principal's subsequent disability. It may
be desirable to have a durable power of
attorney because it saves the expense and
complexity of an interdiction proceeding for
the incapacitated principal.
Another type of power of attorney is the
Limited Medical Power of Attorney. A
Medical Power of Attorney is different from
a living will. A living will is only effective
when a person is in a terminal and irreversible state and when the person's death
will occur whether or not life-sustaining
measures are taken. However, a Medical
Power of Attorney may be effective even if
the person is not terminal and death is not
imminent. The Limited Medical Power of
Attorney gives a person the ability to delegate to another person his right to consent to
or decline medical treatment. Of course, the
Limited Medical Power of Attorney, like the
durable power of attorney, must be executed
while the principal is still competent.
When considering whether to execute a
Limited Medical Power of Attorney or a living will, one should discuss this decision
with his primary physician. Only a physician can advise the person regarding the
consequences of declining and accepting
medical treatments. It is important that a
person have these questions answered prior
to designating such decisions to another person.
Likewise, when executing a durable
power of attorney, one should fully consider
the powers and authority being conveyed to
his agent. The principal should have complete confidence in the agent he chooses. A
durable power of attorney can be revoked by
the principal as long as the principal has
capacity, however, since a durable power of
attorney survives the principal's subsequent
incapacity, one must very carefully consider
the consequences of the power he is giving.
POSITIVE T h i n k i n g
TYLER WINNER
Four tips to help delegate work more effectively
T
hroughout our business careers,
we're often required to delegate and
redistribute the work load. To help you
better manage this process, we've listed
below four quick tips that will make
assigning workloads a little easier.
Tip 1 Plan The Assignment - The very
first step is to plan the assignment out from
start to finish. Think about all the details
that will need to be included and what type
of resources are required for it to be done
correctly. Put yourself in the shoes of the
person who will be given the assignment
and anticipate any questions or concerns
that might arise.
Tip 2 Communicate Clearly - Sometimes
there's a lot of confusion as to what
steps/resources are needed to complete a
project due to the lack of communication
between all parties. Therefore, it's important for the initial assignment to be
reviewed by everyone who has a stake in
its success. Let your employee know that
you will be there along the way to answer
any questions they might have. This will
reduce the chance of errors and any anxiety
they might experience. We also suggest
telling them what your expectations are of
the final outcome (what the outcome
should look like and when the assignment
is due).
Tip 3 Derive A Plan Of Action - Once
the assignment is distributed, realize that it
will take time to accomplish what has been
assigned - and don't forget their current
work load. Ask the team to come up with a
plan of action to accomplish the project.
This will allow them to demonstrate their
understanding of what is required and give
them an opportunity to contribute their
input. (Of course you need to review it and
agree with the plan they develop, or modify
it accordingly).
It often helps to write down your plan
for how the assignment will be executed
and what the expected outcome will be for
EACH task. Keep a schedule of when certain tasks should be completed or delivered.
Tip 4 Follow-up - Even if the person
working on the assignment is clear on what
needs to be done, it's still important to follow up and make sure everything is being
accomplished successfully. Make sure there
aren't any concerns or problems with the
assignment and that it's running smoothly.
This provides you the chance to offer some
guidance. It's also nice to "remind or
nudge" someone that you are still thinking
about the project. It's a great way to move
them to the final steps in completing the
project successfully.
Summary: At times, it can be difficult for
some managers to want to delegate project
responsibility to someone else, but if done
properly using the tips above, projects can
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MAY 2008 • Zachary business & real estate Journal • zacharybusiness.com • page 27
PERSONAL Wellness
JUDY TROTH
Combine exercise, smart diet to put it all together
W
e've
talk
ed about
moving more
and eating
less. What I
want to do
this month
show you how this works when you put
it all together. I'm keeping in mind that
most of you are really busy and don't
have time to do a lot of weighing and
measuring, so I'm using mostly prepackaged foods.
I'm using an imaginary 40-year-old
woman weighing 150 pounds. From
www.myapex.com, her BMI is 24 (at the
very top of what is considered healthy)
and her Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
is 1,426. Your RMR is the rate at which
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your body burns calories when you are at complete
rest. To maintain her weight based on a moderate
activity level, she would be eating around 2,100 calories daily. Here at the gym, we speak of body fat loss
instead of weight loss. Body fat is what we're all aiming to lose; start thinking in those terms. If this lady
wants to reach a BMI of 20, then she needs to lose
around 15 pounds of body fat.
She's busy, but she knows that she needs to work
out. Since she's already doing some exercise, she will
bump up her cardio time to 45 minutes four to five
days a week. If she also increases her speed to 12minute miles- a slow jog - she'll burn around 400 calories per session. Adding a 30- to 45-minute weight
program three to four days a week will do two things:
it will burn calories (as many as 300 in a vigorous 45minute session) and it will add lean mass. The muscle
that is added will burn additional calories, be firm and
shapely, and will help protect her bone mass. It's a
silly myth that you need to lose weight first then add
muscle. Remember, we are going for a loss of body
fat, not just weight.
We'll back off what she's eating a bit, to
around 1,500 calories a day. Since she is working out,
if she occasionally eats 1,600 or even 1,700, she will
continue to lose body fat, though at a slower pace. At
about 1,500 calories, she could eat: 1 c. oatmeal and
_ cup 2 percent milk for breakfast (200), one banana
for a midmorning snack (120); for lunch, perhaps a
Lean Cuisine and a bottle of V-8 juice (320); an Apex
Cookies & Cream bar (220) for an afternoon snack;
for dinner she will have around 600 calories left to
eat. Let's try a 3 oz. chicken breast and 1 serving of
Spinach Pesto Pasta (450). Since she's eating more
frequently, she won't be hungry between meals.
See how easy it is! All you gotta do is do it!
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Doesn’t Your Business
Deserve It?
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REAL E s t a t e
MIKE GLISSON
Know how to position your home to sell in buyer's market
I
n my last article, I discussed the positive influence of the community of
Zachary and the effect it has on the real estate market in the area. Considering
all the positive things going on in this community, families will continue to be drawn
here. Also keep in mind the market has changed dramatically since Hurricane Katrina.
There are two types of markets. Any area is always in either a Buyers' Market or a
Sellers' Market. Very simply, a sellers' market exists when there are more buyers than
sellers. The best example is the period immediately following Katrina. The entire
Baton Rouge area, including Zachary, experienced an upswing that produced more
buyers than homes on the market. With more families looking for homes than there
were available, sale prices went up! As a result, the local real estate market quickly
became a sellers' market. Now, close to three years after Katrina, we find ourselves in
an economy that has slowed and a real estate market that has shifted from a sellers'
market to a buyers' market. With more homes on the market than buyers looking to
buy, homes stay on the market longer and prices tend to level off. In many areas of
the country prices fall.
To sell your home in a buyers' market, you must first recognize and accept market
conditions and prepare properly for putting your home up for sale. The two most
important items to consider are price and condition. Properties that are in good condition and are priced right will have the advantage when competing with other homes
on the market. Be realistic about your asking price and remember that the value of
your home is set by what a buyer is willing and able to pay. With a large inventory of
homes to choose from, many buyers will cross your house off of their lists without
even seeing it if it is priced above the existing market value.
Condition and curb appeal are always important but these are vital in a buyers'
market. Taking the time to un-clutter and repaint inside and out, to clean up the yard,
and to do all those small repairs you put off for so long is a must. Major issues such
as replacing a worn out roof or deteriorating wood trim and repairing or replacing
broken appliances should be addressed. Remember, in a buyers' market…your home
must be ready for the new owners to move right in!
A good rule of thumb to sell your home in a buyers' market is to price your home
in the bottom 25 percent of the comparable homes in your area and to make sure your
home is in the top 25 percent when comparing the condition of your home to others
on the market.
Another area to consider is incentives that will help increase the number of buyers
who will want to look at your house. Offering home warranties, property inspections,
and flexible terms such as helping the buyer with closing costs make your home more
attractive to buyers. As buyers realize that there are more homes on the market and
therefore more to choose from, they tend to become more selective and increase their
demands on the sellers. Additional incentives might just be that little extra that close
the deal.
In the Zachary area there is a good supply of both new construction and existing
homes on the market in almost all price ranges… so if you are a motivated seller and
want to see your home sell quickly, know your market and know what it takes to get
he job done!
Mike Glisson is the Team Leader of The Keller Williams Realty office in Zachary.
He can be reached at (225) 570-2900.
MOMENT OF F a i t h
REGGIE BRIDGES
Understanding God's vision for what our lives can be
T
he buzzword in many leadership circles today is vision. Whether you are
in the political, business, or church arena, you
will find people asking about the organization's
vision. But what is vision, and how do you
develop one from a Christian perspective?
An interesting Scripture relating to the subject is found in Proverbs 19:21: “Many are the
plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails” (NIV). Within this verse,
we are reminded of the plethora of plans we
have for our lives. And what schedules we
have! We have work schedules, church schedules, baseball schedules, vacation schedules,
dance class schedules, personal schedules, etc.
To add to the chaos of our plans, we recognize that most of them are derived from our
own interests. They come from our own hearts
which Jeremiah characterizes as warped and
deviant (17:9). However, the Proverbs writer
assumes the existence of a greater purpose that
never fails. In other words, God has a plan for
our individual lives, our families, our churches
and our businesses. He has a purpose, or
vision if you will, for us that always prevails.
Vision, therefore, may be described as the
picture you see when you look through God's
eyes. It is what your life, family, church, or
business could be. Without this forward-looking aspect, your organization will face stagnation and decline (Proverbs 29:18). Instead of
looking toward a great future, you will be content in handling brush fires, following the
newest fads, or repeating the past. To be
empty of vision is to be satisfied with
mediocre. Helen Keller was once asked if
there was anything worse than being blind.
Her reply was, “Having sight but no vision.”
For some of us, we need to dream again about
what our lives, our families, our churches, our
businesses could be. We need to recognize the
vision He has for us.
In 2 Kings 6:15-17, we have an
account of a visionary named Elisha.
According to the story, the prophet was surrounded by a great army seeking to capture
him. Elisha's servant became alarmed and
cried out to his master. Elisha then calmed
him by proclaiming that they were not outnumbered as the servant thought, and he prayed,
“O Lord, open his eyes so he may see” (2
Kings 6:17 NIV). Immediately, the servant
looked up and saw the hills full of horses and
chariots of fire all around the prophet. God
had sent an army of his own to deal with the
enemy. Now, I am not saying that you will
have some ecstatic moment that will drive your
vision, but I am praying that He would open
our eyes to the possibilities He has for us.
From where do we import our vision?
First, we recognize that there are some inappropriate sources such as our own desires.
Henry and Richard Blackaby suggest several
unhealthy sources: 1) Because it's there (i.e.
you simply have an open door);
2) Duplicating success; 3) Vanity (for our
own ego); 4) Need-based; 5) Resource-driven;
and 6) Leader generated (Blackaby, Spiritual
Leadership, 73).
Second, we develop our vision from God's
See Moment of Faith, p31
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Moment of Faith, continued from pg 30
ZFest a
huge
success!
Thousands of people
enjoyed the sights and
sounds at the second
annual ZFest, which
took place May 7-10 at
the Zachary Youth
Park. Outstanding
weather greeted festival-goers all four days
and the event showcased everything that is
good about Zachary.
revelation as it is seen in His Scripture. Within the pages of the Bible,
we find God's ideal for virtually every contemporary entity. As we are
exposed to the Truth, God's Spirit confirms within us His plan and purpose for us.
Again, I'm not necessarily speaking about some deep, mystical
experience. Instead, I implore you to derive your vision from God's
Word and measure your outlook by its standards. Whether it is in your
life, your family, your church, or your business, God wants you to be a
part of something that will last forever.
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