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What Valuable Lesson Did Your Mother Teach You?By Ann Newstead PT, DPT, PhDMany of us may think back to messages our mothers sent to us when we were younger. And now as we enter our next decade of life, those messages ring even more true.Here are some of the resounding messages from my mother (and maybe yours too):Stand straight – posture is important for your spine. Oftentimes neck and back pain begin with poor posture. Poor posture may lead to weakness and stiffness. Sitting on couches for hours can lead to additional pain and strain of your neck and back.Get plenty of sleep – sleep helps rejuvenate your body. Sleep is a time to recover. Whether you work in our outdoors, your body needs rest to restore its normal functioning. Most productive sleep is between 7-9 hours per night.Eat your vegetables – veggies are vital to your health. The natural vitamins and minerals help with your digestion, lower your blood pressure, reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and protect against some cancers.Get fresh air daily – fresh air and exercise lead to overall better health. Your body craves movement. Why do you think your muscles get stiff and painful after sitting? Or why you have dizziness, lightheadness, vertigo when you stand up suddenly? A daily brisk walk is a good way to start. Join a group.Say, please and thank you – be kind to others. Ask for help when you need it.Volunteer – staying active by giving of your time to help others.Thank you to my mother for all of her support and kindness to our family andHELOTES CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ELECT PLACE 5I look forward to serving Helotes and being an advocate for the community’s best interest.About Buck Russel:• City of Helotes Planning and Zoning Commissioner• Union Pacific Railroad Senior Supervisor of Public Safety • U.S. Air Force Veteran• Former Texas Peaced Officerwww.buckrusselforhelotes.comPolitical advertisement paid for by the Buck Russel Campaign Account. Kelly Russel, Treasure.Premier Dermatologist Dr. Shannan McCannBoard CertifiedGeneral & Pediatric DermatologyDr. McCann, is quadruple Board Certified in Dermatology, Pediatric Dermatlogy, Pediatrics, Addolescent Medicine and a retired military veteran.Areas of Care:Serves Patients Of All AgesCall Today!(830) 971-9151Treatment of Skin ConditionsFull Body Skin Cancer Screening Surgical ProceduresSame Day Appointments Available1580 S Main St | Ste 101-A | Boerne, TX 78006 | www.ciboloderm.comvolunteered at the Kendall County Courthouse to help preserve the county’s historical records. In 2024, Kathryn received the Raising the Bar award from the Kendall County Historical Commission, and in 2021, she received the Rachel Morgan Betz award from the Genealogical Society of Kendall County.A deluxe box lunch from Jason’s Deli can be ordered online at the Historical Society of Helotes website under the Meetings tab.Member cost is $15, guests $18. Order from five menu items. Reservation/meal order must be made by May 4th.The meal order is your RSVP. If you are not going to order a meal, but plan to attend, please email info@ historicalsocietyofhelotes.org to RSVP. Guests who do not order a meal are asked to donate $5 at the door. This meeting is open to the public.others.For a free Discovery Visit: 30-minute consultation with Dr. Ann Newstead, PT“One-on-one Physical Therapy for your health and wellness – A healthy life is a happy life” Calltoday!Ann H. Newstead, PT, DPT, PhDExercise Expert in Aging AdultsVestibular (Dizziness) Specialist, Geriatric and Neurologic Specialist 14418 Old Bandera Rd. Helotes, TX 78023 210-833-8336 Ahnewphysicaltherapy. comGeneral Meeting Of The Historical Society TSubmitted By HSH Of Helotes - May 6, 2025he General Meeting of the Historical Society of Helotes will be held Tuesday, May 6, at theGardens at Old Town Helotes at 15060 Antonio Drive from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. Members will have the opportunity to vote for a slate of nominees for our 2025- 2027 Board of Directors.Guest speaker Genealogist- Historian Kathryn Adam-Hurst will give a presentation titled “Murder in Boerne–1868,” about the massacre of the John Bickel family and the journey to discover their story.A retired school librarian with deep roots in Kendall County and the Texas Hill Country, Kathryn lives on the Adam Farm, a historic farm located along the Balcones Creek in Kendall County. She is a charter member of the Genealogical Society of Kendall County and the German Texan Heritage Society. Currently, Kathryn servesKendall County Genealogist-Historian Kathryn Adam-Hurst.as the editor of GSKC’s journal, Keys to the Past, which has received recognition from the Texas State Genealogical Society for the past three years. In 2020, she was part of the committee that researched and published the book The Sheriffs of Kendall County, Texas, 1862-2020.For the past twelve years, she hasHelotes Elementary Welcomes Future TKindergartners with Cheerful Yard SignsSubmitted By Kasey Crickhe future’s looking bright and colorful for incoming kindergarten students at Helotes Elementary! Thisweek, the school distributed vibrant yard signs to families of their newest pupils, sparking excitement and anticipation for the upcoming school year.The cheerful signs, featuring the school’s name and friendly graphics, have been popping up in front yards across the Helotes community. Parents shared photos of their soon-to-be kindergartners proudly posing with their signs, many beaming with excitement about starting “big school.”“He talks about going to kindergarten every day now,” said one parent. “The sign just made it feel even more real and got him even more thrilled.”Helotes Elementary hopes the small gesture will help the young students feelconnected to their new school community even before the first day of classes. The initiative aims to build enthusiasm and ease the transition into kindergarten. With the colorful signs serving as a visual reminder, the countdown to a new chapter of learning has officially begun for Helotes’ youngest learners.May 2025www.heloteshighlights.com7