Attorney Rebecca Covell says that to secure the same rights a legally married couple gets with a marriage license, there are six documents same-sex couples need: a medical power of attorney, a statutory durable power of attorney, a declaration of guardianship, a directive to physicians, an appointment of agent to control disposition of remains and [...]
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FAMILY LIFE: What’s in a name (change)?
DRACONIS VON TRAPP | Intern intern@dallasvoice.com When two people enter into a legal Texas marriage, the paperwork gives them the option to change their last name. But in Texas, even the most devoted same-sex couples don’t get this luxury. In order to do the traditional surname change, same-sex couples have to file a separate petition. [...]
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Body & Fitness Spring 2011: Table of Contents
• Scent from above: Michelle Bardwell offers aromatherapy like you’ve never experienced it at her new Flower Road Natural Therapies studio • Excess baggage: Admitting to yourself that you don’t use your gym membership is the first step to recovery — the next is figuring exactly what to do now that you’re over it • [...]
Body & Fitness: Gym Roundup
Below is a list of some of the larger gyms in the area that are popular within the community. Along with their contact information, we’ve included observations made while gathering our information for you. You’re welcome. Club Dallas Has been exclusively serving gay men for more than 30 years. They are open 24 hours. 2616 [...]
Body & Fitness: Excess baggage
Duke Nelson, above, opts for the more personal environment and one-on-one training he gets at Trainer Daddy Fitness Studio. Smaller facilities are trending as an alternative to big gym memberships. (Photo by Rich Lopez) Admitting to yourself that you don’t use your gym membership is the first step to recovery — the next is figuring [...]
Body & Fitness: Back for GOOD
“If you were told you were getting a car and you’d never be allowed to get another one, you’d take very good care of it,” Dr. Peay says. “Your body is your car and you aren’t getting a new one! Take care of what you’ve got now.” (Photo by Arnold Wayne Jones) With an ounce [...]
Body & Fitness: Dirty britches
Clean for now, muddy buddies Rod Orta, Jeni Maldonado and Brad Bykkonen stretch it out as they train for the grueling DFW Mud Run. Through the same goal, the three with the author found a fellowship that helps get them past the intense training. (Photo by Jef Tingley) While preparing for the daunting DFW Mud Run, four [...]
Body & Fitness: Scent from above
Bardwell, above, not only uses natural essential oils in her therapeutic work, she also offers sessions teaching how to use the same oils for healthier cooking. (Photo by Arnold Wayne Jones) Michelle Bardwell offers aromatherapy like you’ve never experienced it at her new Flower Road Natural Therapies studio STEVEN LINDSEY | Contributing Writer That waft [...]







