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March 25 - 31, 2009

Acqualina and Il Mulino host 'royal networking event'

BY BARI AUERBACH The majestic Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach, home of famed restaurant Il Mulino New York, recently rolled out the red carpet for Aventura Marketing Council members invited to a regal networking event celebrating "art, architecture and life."

AMC business and community leaders were welcomed by Stephanie Trump, principal of The Trump Group - renowned for developing Acqualina on the ocean in Sunny Isles Beach and Aventura's Williams Island. The "royal family" of hospitable associates also greeting guests included Deborah Yager Fleming, vice president of sales and marketing; Susan Wesselhoft, director of catering and conference services; and Il Mulino executive chef Michele Mazza.

The acclaimed Italian restaurant Il Mulino New York is a jewel in the crown of Acqualina - the magnificent 51-story Mediterranean-inspired tower designed by renowned architect Robert Swedroe.

Renowned for its bustling and energetic atmosphere, market fresh daily specials, extensive selection of fine Italian wines and impeccably polished waitstaff, Il Mulino has been honored as "#1 Italian Restaurant" on the New York City Zagat Survey for an astonishing 20 years.

Il Mulino also offers a selection of their finest dishes in family-style portions with their Pick Up & Go Menu, ensuring an easy to pick-up lunch for the office or a delicious meal for the family at home. In addition, with Il Mulino's "Lunch Pronto", busy executives on-the-run can enjoy a quick two-course lunch by simply selecting either the Soup di Giorno or Caesar salad as a first course, and an entrĂŠe selection for the second course.

Since opening, Acqualina has also received numerous awards and accolades, including Travel + Leisure's World's Best Award; Spa Finder Readers' Choice Awards; Robb Report's Top 100 Exclusive Luxury Resorts; and Conde Nast Traveller's Top Spas in The Americas and Caribbean.

Enhancing Acqualina's global appeal, the City of Sunny Isles Beach has earned the distinction #1 destination in the United States according to Trip Advisor, the world's largest travel community.

During the networking event, AMC members had the opportunity to tour Acqualina's opulent guest rooms and palatial suites featuring spectacular water views, comfortable king beds, flat-screen televisions, entertainment units, gloriously oversized baths and private terraces.

Another tour highlight was the 20,000 square-foot, two-story ESPA at Acqualina Sunny Isles Beach Comm. Roz Brezin; Dan Palmer, Aventura News; Sunny Isles Beach Trump and Stephanie Trump, providing guests and outside Jules Vice Mayor Lew Thaler and Town Historian Richard Shulman clients with a true European principals, The Trump Group spa experience, combining the best of ancient and modern therapies with the latest and finest skin care advances.

AMC entrepreneurs planning business functions were also intrigued to learn Acqualina has four oceanfront meeting rooms as well as perfect venues for private parties and special occasions.

Back at Il Mulino, AMC friends and colleagues gathered under the stars on the oceanfront terrace agreed, "Acqualina's elegant ambiance and first-class Keith Owens and John Kidd, Banyan Life Financial flank Bissera Stephanie Trump; Deborah Yager Fleming, VP of sales and services called for a high- Paskaleva, Citibank; Susan Wesselhoft, dir. of catering and marketing, Acqualina; Exec. Chef Michele Mazza and Susan end restaurant providing a conference services, Acqualina; Maribel Ugando and Natasha Buckley, reg. dir. of operations, Il Mulino classic taste of Italy. Il Allenger, Citibank Mulino's superior product and intrinsic charm bring all the A cooking class with Chef Mazza won Robert Sheir. right ingredients to the table. We'll be back by Ben Launerts of Park One; ESPA treatFor more information about Acqualina soon for a power lunch or superb dinner!" ments won by Sharon King of State Farm; Resort & Spa on the Beach (17875 Collins Before it was time to leave the splendor and a fine bottle of wine selected by Il Avenue) phone: 305-918-8000 or visit of Acqualina, door prizes fit for kings Mulino's Sommelier won by Gabriela acqualina.com; for Il Mulino reservations, and queens were awarded including: Ratier from the office of optometrist Dr. phone: 305-918-6860.

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ArTech hosts Dr. Leslie Baumann, author New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Leslie Baumann recently presented a discussion on the science of beauty at the new ultra-luxurious Aventura condominium ArTech, designed by world renowned architect Carlos Ott and developed by Shefaor Development and Fortune International. After the roundtable luncheon and conversation about the latest in cosmetic treatments, guests were given a tour of the property and access to ArTech's exclusive full-service spa.

Carol Langer, Dr. Leslie Baumann, Bella Goldstein

Marisa Martinez, Maryanne Aleman, Josie Martinez

Amy Zakarin, Andrea Greenberg, Cindy Darnaby

Aventura’s first place soccer team, The Raptors

Eileen Glastein of Bnai Zion Foundation has a new man in her life... Jonah Walker Lehman..

Tipping the scales at 17 lbs and standing over two feet tall at five months old, Jonah is the apple of his "Grammie's eye as well as his other grandparents, Bill and Shirley Lehman. Parents are Jane and Mark Lehman of New York

Raptors defeated the Sharks 5 - 2. Back row: Coach Tom Pronesti and Coach Frank Mosca; Middle row: Nicolas DiCarlo, Christian DiCarlo, Blaise Pronesti, Daniel Brumer, Nicky DiMartino, Edwin Critz; Front row: Aiden Streeter, Jared Ratner, Jake Gale, Sebastian Lopez

Sara Costin brings home 2008 PRism Award Sara Costin, director at Consensus Planning Group, Inc. and daughter of Shelley and Steve Costin of Miami Gardens Florist recently won the 2008 PRism Award for Government /Public Affairs Program of the Year.

Costin developed and implemented the political campaign that helped Limoneira Company - a 114-yearold international land, farming, and food company based in Ventura County - win a June 2008 land-use ballot measure to develop its property in Santa Paula. The measure, one of the few ever approved under the county's anti-sprawl Save Openspace and Agricultural Resources (SOAR) law, was approved with nearly 83 percent of the vote.

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Aventura Hospital receives American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines Silver Performance Achievement Award Aventura Hospital and Medial Center has received the American Stroke Association's Get With The GuidelinesSM Stroke (GWTG-Stroke) Silver Performance Achievement Award. The award recognizes Aventura Hospital's commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of stroke care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted standards and recommendations.

"With a stroke, time lost is brain lost, and the GWTG-Stroke Silver Performance Achievement Award addresses the important element of time," said Heather J. Rohan, CEO. Aventura Hospital has developed a comprehensive system for rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients admitted to the emergency department. This includes always being equipped to provide brain imaging scans, having neurologists available to conduct patient evaluations and using clot-busting medications when appropriate.

"The American Stroke Association commends Aventura Hospital for its success in implementing standards of care and protocols," said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., national Get With The Guidelines Steering Committee member and director of acute stroke services at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.

"The full implementation of acute care and secondary prevention recommendations and guidelines is a critical step in saving the lives and improving outcomes of stroke patients."

Studies demonstrate that patients who are taught how to manage their risk factors

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while still in the hospital reduce their risk of a second heart attack or stroke. Through GWTG-Stroke, customized patient education materials are made available at the point of discharge, based on patients' individual risk profiles.

According to the American Stroke Association, each year approximately 700,000 people suffer a stroke - 500,000 are first attacks and 200,000 are recurrent. Of stroke survivors, 21 percent of men and 24 percent of women die within a year, and for those aged 65 and older, the percentage is even higher.

For more information, visit aventurahospital.com

GBS the Beauty Store hosts annual Customer Appreciation Day, April 1st Customers to enjoy complimentary pampering treatments, fashion trunk show and 20 percent off everything in store Get a jump start on sexy summer style with melt-proof mineral make-up, self tanners, Essie's Miami-inspired polishes and every other beauty essential available at GBS, The Beauty Store in Aventura during their annual Customer Appreciation Day. On Wednesday, April 1st from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., shoppers can enjoy complimentary beauty treatments including minifacials by Peter Thomas Roth and Murad, colorful makeup applications by Hot Pants, professional skin consultations by Paris-based Nuxe, hair-saving treatments from Ojon, and Alfa Parf and flat iron demonstrations by FHI. For one day only, these beauty professionals will be on hand to offer personal consultations and distribute a plethora of must-have product samples.

In addition, Aventura's fashion staple,

On My Own boutique, will host a special trunk show featuring the latest resort wear and spring collections from top designers.

Every year, GBS dedicates one day at each of their six stores to customers to enjoy a 20 percent discount on every item in the store. It is GBS' way of saying thank you to the community with light bites, refreshments, a complimentary day of beauty and a generous discount.

As profiled in Instyle and Allure magazine for bringing the best in beauty to South Florida, GBS, The Beauty Store stocks more than 18,000 brands of cosmetics, skincare, bath and aromatherapy essentials, nail-care, and haircare products.

GBS, The Beauty Store Aventura is located at 18545 West Dixie Highway.

For store information, call 305-931-5291.

To reach the salon, call 305-937-0601.

March 25 - 31, 2009

Suzi Castonguay named partner at Melnick Lilienfeld & Castonguay

BY LYNN CARROLL The CPA firm of Melnick Lilienfeld & Associates has named Susan L. Castonguay a partner.

A graduate of Florida State University, Castonguay has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1991. A tax specialist in estates, trusts, and corporate and individual tax preparation, she also has accounting experience in the advertising, medical and legal industries. She also assists clients in the use of accounting software, helping to streamline the information process and lowering administrative dollars spent.

Melnick Lilienfeld Partner Bob Lilienfeld said the promotion is part of his firm's commitment to always do the right thing.

"Some see tax planning as an annual event," Lilienfeld said. "I see it as a process where, if we cost a client one thin dime, we're not worth it. Our goal is always to save the client a lot more than we charge."

Castonguay has been associated with Melnick Lilienfeld since 1989.

"I like this firm," she said, "because

we're very much a family.

Everybody here has been with the company for at least five years and really wants to help people if they have an IRS issue or if they want to save money on their taxes. We can help our clients achieve their goals."

A native of South Florida, Castonguay grew up in Miramar and Davie, attending Western High School and Broward Community College before becoming a student at Florida State University. She's currently studying at Nova Southeastern University for her masters in accounting.

Melnick, Lilienfeld & Castonguay, CPA's bills itself as the firm large enough to provide clients with a wide range of specialized services, but small enough to know a business on a personal level.

"We don't wait for things to happen," Lilienfeld says, "we work with you to make them happen."

For more information, visit Melnick Lilienfeld & Castonguay 2670 NE 215th Street, Aventura, or call 305-937-1040 (Miami-Dade) or 954-943-1040 (Broward).

Two-day Grand Slam serves-up tennis fun with Legend Fred Stolle at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club Once again, the legendary Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club is offering local sports enthusiasts a chance to mingle and play tennis with one of the highest ranking legends of all timeFred Stolle on March 27-28, 2009.

Activities include a proam round robin at 5 p.m. on Friday, followed by a proexhibition and wine reception so players can mingle with Stolle. Then on Saturday, a Grand Slam doubles clinic and round robin will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and will conclude with lunch at the Tennis Center and an awards ceremony.

Grand Slam costs $175 per person and includes tennis activities, Friday night wine reception, Saturday lunch and award reception, plus tax and gratuities.

To reserve a spot, call Tennis Pro Elisabeth Cusack at 305-933-6925 or Elisabeth.Cusack@fairmont.com For those that want to play and stay, the resort offers a Grand Slam weekend

package for $799, based on double occupancy, that features two-night accommodations in a Fairmont Room with an upgrade to a Deluxe Golf View Room upon availability, Grand Slam weekend activities including the Friday night wine reception and Saturday lunch, daily breakfast buffet for up to two people in Cascata Grille, court fees, resort tax and gratuities. For reservations, call 1-800441-1414.

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Paychex says stimulus package could create multiple payroll benefits, challenges for small businesses Company is prepared to make the necessary adjustments for its clients While Congress and economists debate the effect of the approved stimulus package on the economy, small business owners should begin to focus on the practical implications it will have on payroll, tax filings, and employee benefits. Paychex - a leading provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions for smallto medium-sized businesses with offices in Miramar - expects that the new law will require employers to consider and implement multiple changes to their tax withholding, reporting, and record-keeping procedures for employees.

Paychex officials report that while the new law means big changes, the company has processes in place to implement the necessary adjustments for existing as well as new clients in a timely and accurate manner.

Provisions under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 that may have a significant impact on businesses include: "Making Work Pay" - provides workers a rebate/credit for the 2009 and 2010 tax years of the lesser of $400 for individuals and $800 for couples, or 6.2 percent of earned income. The credit will be received by workers in their net paychecks through adjusted tax withholding tables effective no later than April 1, 2009.

Premium Assistance for COBRA recipients - allows COBRA beneficiaries to pay only 35 percent of their premiums, while their employers pay the remaining 65 percent. Employers are reimbursed for their portion of the premiums through a credit on payroll taxes. In order to report and calculate subsidy amounts, and for employers to receive the credit, effective first quarter 2009, the IRS has redesigned the Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Tax Return.

Paychex also is continuing to

monitor the additional economic proposals under consideration: Federal Minimum Wage Increase - raising the federal minimum wage to $9.50 per hour by 2011.

Retirement Account Withdrawals - allowing withdrawals from retirement accounts of 15 percent up to $10,000 without penalties.

Withdrawals would remain subject to withholding taxes.

"The economic stimulus plan will present many changes in the way small business owners handle payroll and HR," said Franki Latham, district sales manager for Paychex in Miramar. "Paychex clients can rest assured that regardless of how many changes the plan requires, we will continue to take care of their human resource and payroll needs so they can focus on running their business."

"This can be a confusing time for small business owners, who suddenly find themselves trying to understand what they need to do to comply with the stimulus plan's provisions. They also need to determine whether the way they currently process payroll and administer HR can meet these new demands," said Walter Turek, Paychex senior vice president of sales and marketing.

"By turning to Paychex, a leader in the payroll and HR industry, small businesses can be confident they're covered. Our experts know the legislation inside and out and are uniquely positioned to help business owners understand how it affects them and their employees."

For more information on how Paychex can help small businesses successfully implement these changes, call 800-322-7292.

Existing Paychex clients can speak directly with their Paychex representative. More information about the implications of the stimulus plan for small businesses can be found at www.paychex.com/stimulus

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With Sander & Associates, taxes aren't so taxing

BY LYNN CARROLL If April regularly finds you tearing out your hair over tax issues, call Sander & Associates for valuable financial assistance all year round.

Principal Scott Sander says the biggest expenses for the average business are people and parts, rent and insurance -but taxes are clearly in the top five. Sander & Associates can help lower all the numbers in the expense column.

"I have three basic operating principles," Sander says. "First, I believe in good communication. That doesn't happen effectively just before April 15th. It Scott Sander has to happen year-round." That dovetails nicely into a second reason Sander & Associates is different, he says. "Most people don't like surprises, and that's especially true when they involve the T-word‌ I'm with you throughout the year. You don't want to find yourself in trouble before you've done anything about it." Empathy is a third attribute.

"I'm a business person first," he says, "so I'm extremely practical." His job, as he sees it, is to help people be better off financially.

"Taxes are only part of it. If we can structure things to be more profitable, we'll recommend it. For example, in this market you need to ask some hard questions. Are you keeping too many people onboard because you're a nice guy? Are you stocking too much inventory? You can go out of business doing that."

Overall, he says, it's not only about saving on taxes, it's about saving all around.

"In one sense," Sander says, "you have to ask if maybe you'd rather pay more taxes, because that means you made more money. If you have tax issues, you're making money."

Sander & Associates caters to a variety of clients ranging from individuals to medium-size corporations, and covers a range of specialties, including retirement planning, business consulting, estates and trusts and personal financial planning.

Sander & Associates is located at 2999 NE 191st Street, Suite 905. For more information or to arrange a consultation, call 786-787-0388 or visit sandercpa.com or email scott@sandercpa.com

Spring and Summer Camp registration underway at Aventura Community Recreation Center Spring has sprung and Summer is almost here... It's time to get outside and enjoy the hot Florida sun‌ So get your calendar ready and start lining up the family's schedules cause the Aventura Community Recreation Center has lots of activities for the family to enjoy: Spring Break Camp April 6 - 10, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Campers, ages 5 to12, discover how super our senses really are and how they work. Campers will participate in the Super Senses Obstacle Course, learn to sing with their hands, and challenge their senses.

Campers will enjoy a field trip to the Ft. Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science. Residents: $172 / Non-residents: $206 Spring Basketball Camp April 6, 8 & 10, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Campers will learn the game of basketball while engaging in interactive cooperation, team building and socialization activities. Residents: $125 / Nonresidents: $140 (Participants may attend Spring Camp on April 7 and 9 for the additional daily rate of $34 for residents and $41 for non-residents).

Aventura Summer Camp June 8 - August 21 Campers in Camp Discovery (ages 5 to 8) and Camp Explorer (ages 9 to 14) will enjoy games, activities, arts & crafts, swimming and exciting field trips. The eleven week resident cost of each camp is $1,156.

Summer Sports Camp June 22 - July 17, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Each week campers will participate in a different youth sport with the last two weeks being camper's choice. Camper's choice will consist of: soccer, basketball, softball, flag football and new this summer, cheerleading and dance. Sports camp will be organized with an emphasis on developing skill, selfesteem, teambuilding and sportsmanship in a safe and fun environment. The four week resident cost is $525.

Travel Camp 2009 June 15 - July 3, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Campers ages 9 to 14 can opt for Travel Camp featuring field trips three days a week plus a swimming trip. Campers will meet at the Aventura Community Recreation Center Monday through Friday and spend their days with journeys to local sights. In between travels, campers will enjoy interactive activities such as, sports, tournaments, arts & crafts and special events. The three week resident fee is $600.

Resident registration is underway for each of the summer camps. Pending availability, non-resident registration begins April 13th.

Community Recreation Center is located at 3375 NE 188 Street in Aventura. For more information, call 305-466-3883 or email crcenter@Cityofaventura.com

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Life in the City

BY BARI AUERBACH ‘There Oughta Be a Fine!’

We know if Aventura cameras catch you running a red light, you may have to pay a hefty fine. But don’t you think there oughta be fines for violations like these…

Muffin Touching: There oughta be fines for touching bakery items like muffins and bagels before picking the one you want – and in addition to “food fondling,” “produce pilfering” should be considered a flagrant offense. So next time you get the urge to pop a few grapes, just make sure you’re not caught on camera!

Line Cutting: If a new register finally opens, what usually happens is an athletic customer races over out of nowhere faster than an Olympic sprinter – totally ignoring all the other poor souls still waiting while their hair turns gray (or grayer). Beyond a monetary fine, a harsher penalty would be waiting on a pharmacy line – hoping to get a prescrip-

tion filled before the follow-up doctor visit!

Not Re-stocking: Why is there every flavor – except plain?? If the store is always sold out of a favorite product, there oughta be a fine for the stocking manager who doesn’t know the bestsellers and keeps buying hundreds of other items that stay on the shelf forever!

Being Too Picky: There oughta be fines issued to ultra-picky people who say things like, “Slice it a bit thinner…a little more...a little less”…(If you’ve seen the movie The Wrestler, you know what some deli attendants could get a fine for doing if they were ever caught!)

Husbands should also beware they could be fined for claiming, “It’s not me - my wife likes it exactly like this!”

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Bank by popular demand!

Citibank Aventura hosts AMC SpeedBiz Networker

Nancy Pierre-Louis, South Florida Commuter Services; Guillermo Peycner, Atlantic Broadband; Terry Luongo, DoubleTree Ocean Point Resort

Dr. David Muransky, Aventura Chiropractic Care Center; Gonzalo Del Rio, Hard Rock CafĂŠ Miami; Det. Sgt. Barry Mankes, South Florida Shomrim Society (L-R) Citibank team: Sohail Kothari, commercial market area manager; Barbara Steinhaus, financial advisor; Carlos Zevallos, sales associate; Jeymi Medrano, personal banker; Giancarlo Lovo, personal banker; Paola Lobato, branch manager; Sergio Negrini, financial advisor; Natasha Allenger, business banker; Sophia Stewart, assistant manager; Bianca Valverde, personal banker; Nicole Sinanan, personal banker; Javier Siu, personal banker;Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media

Martin Granoff, Granoff Enterprises; Louis Berlin, Palindrome Consulting; Mark J. Lynn, Attorney; Norman Axelman, Advantage Computer Solutions

Arthur Barr, Office of Attorney Mark J. Lynn; Peter Fisher, Woodbury Financial Services; Aventura Comm. Michael Stern, Stern Bloom Media; Steve Davne, Internet Insurance Agency

Jesus Soto, Coconut Grove Bank and Serge Lafrance

Aventura Marketing Council members once again filled the lobby of Citibank Aventura located at 2750 Aventura Boulevard for AMC's everpopular SpeedBiz. Before the branch officially opened for business, there was standing room only as AMC members awaited the start of the best business networking in town.

Chaired by Aventura Comm.

Michael Stern of Stern Bloom Media, SpeedBiz is the AMC's brainchild and a successful approach to having members meet one-on-one. . Much like famed speed dating, SpeedBiz gives members an opportunity to meet other members for a brief three minutes before rotating to their next partner.

"SpeedBiz is remarkably effective in that members are given an opportunity to meet other members, exchange business cards and give a brief commercial about themselves‌ It's a terrific way to meet the new members and seek prospective business leads," says Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion Foundation.

"It's remarkable to see how many great

business relationships have ignited through SpeedBiz." "Citibank is a community partner and friend," says Paola Lobato, Citibank Aventura Financial Center Manager. "We are here to service the community and are proud to maintain a leadership position in the Aventura marketplace. We always welcome the opportunity to bring the community into our location. Through events such as AMC's SpeedBiz program, members can experience the hospitable approach Citibank brings to banking making it a more personal and personable experience. When word reached our regional directors about the success of SpeedBiz for our Aventura location, management liked the idea so much that they've now introduced a similar concept throughout the Citibank Southeast region."

For more information on Citibank, call 305-705-1060 or visit citibank.com For information on the Aventura Marketing Council, call 305.932.5334 or visit aventuramarketingcouncil.com

Bruce Coane, Coane & Associates; Shari Kwitney, Shari's Creations; Nathalie Plagnol; Nancy Doyle, Broadway Across America

AMC members fill the lobby of Citibank Aventura for SpeedBiz

Eileen Glastein, Jewish National Fund; Shelley Costin, Miami Gardens Florist; Marilyn Khardari, Forest Travel

Joseph Menda and Rafael Menda, Signs Now Hollywood flank Serge Lafrance, IDEA

Guillermo Peycner and Bob Cahn of AFLAC

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ASK DR. RUTH

BY DR. RUTH WESTHEIMER

Can’t forget first partner Q: I think my first partner ruined sex for me. I went out with this guy for six months and the sex was fantastic. I always had an orgasm and loved going to bed with him.

Since we broke up I’ve had three sexual partners and none of them were able to bring me to orgasm. Is sex over for me?

A: I think it is very important to let some time pass. What you did was to rush into these other relationships before you were really ready.

I don’t know if he broke up with you or vice versa, but I do know from your letter that you still are taking him into bed with you. By your thinking about him and by your comparing the present to what went on when he was around, you are preventing yourself from having good sexual experience with a new man.

Not only are you lessening your chances of developing a successful relationship by rushing into the arms of all these men, but you are also increasing the risk that you’ll

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catch a sexually transmitted disease. So take a breather for a while, and if you still are having problems forgetting him, then go for a few sessions with a counselor.

Q: What can I do about this? I’m disappointed because I get the feeling that my husband touches me only because I like it and because my reactions turn him on. I want him to touch me because he finds my body irresistible.

A: If it’s pleasurable for you and it turns him on, don't waste any more time analyzing it.

Putting further pressure on the situation isn’t going to add to anyone’s enjoyment.

The one thing I can suggest you do is explore his body, looking for erogenous zones. Maybe you’ll even find some that he didn’t know about.

Q: Do you think that women still associate love with sex more so than men do or has that changed?

A: I do think that in general in our society women still need more emotional reassurance and love rather than just a sexual encounter. But there are women who say that all they want is the sexual encounter, and since they use contraceptives so that they don’t have to worry about pregnancy as in previous years, they prefer not to have any emotional involvement.

However, I personally believe that most people, men and women, do want to have the intellectual and emotional companionship of a partner and not just the sexual experience.

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The Victory Center for Children with Autism hosts "The Magic of Giving" Ninth Annual Starry Night Gala raises nearly $200,000 for The Victory Center The Victory Center’s ninth Annual Starry Night Gala was recently held at the Westview Country Club in Miami.

A remarkable success, the Victory Center exceeded its financial goal by raising over $200,000 from this event.

As over 300 guests entered the grand ballroom, they were greeted by life-size photos of The Victory School students wearing magician costumes and holding magic wands eluding the evening's theme, "The Magic of Giving."

Highlights of the evening included an extensive silent and live auction which included a wide variety of unique items including, a team signed Miami Heat basketball, a team jersey signed by world renowned soccer player - Pele, Movado watches, and rock & roll memorabilia.

The night also included a 7-day cruise vacation raffle courtesy of Royal Caribbean. Live auction items included a weekend trip to New York City that included Yankee tickets; tickets for HAIR on Broadway; a 7-day Caribbean cruise, courtesy of Costa Cruise Lines and a 9-day Norwegian cruise courtesy of Seaborne Cruise Lines. A colorful, oneof-a-kind "live painting" created by Miami artist Enrique Mastrapa, was also a highlight of the live auction.

Honorees at this year's Gala included Sen. Steven A. Geller and Dr. Robin Parker for their contributions to the Autism Community. Sen. Geller recently passed a bill that requires mandatory coverage for children diagnosed with Autism. The Florida Legislature honored Sen. Geller by naming the law, "The Steven A. Geller Autism Coverage Act." Dr. Robin Parker is a program professor and clinical supervisor in the Programs and Communication Sciences and Disorders at Nova Southeastern University. In addition, she is an active consultant for The Victory Center for Autism in North Miami Beach. Also in attendance were MiamiDade Comm. Sally Heyman, Circuit Court Judge Larry Schwartz and Hallandale Beach Comm. Keith London.

The awards presentation concluded with a music video created by VTM and Two Finger Salute Productions in which the Victory School Students sang, signed and road bikes to the modified music and lyrics of "Bicycle Races"

by Queen.

The event was emceed by Miami radio personality, Danny Rivera. Live entertainment included Magician Gary Goodman. DJ Justin Kratish of Premier Power Productions pumped up the music and packed the dance floor by evenings end. Gorgeous centerpieces were designed by Michelle Wolfe of Picture This Party Promotions. Stunning moon and star magician sculptures created from raw steel were especially created for the gala by Steel Alive Studios.

The Victory Center is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that works to provide education and services to individuals and families with autism and similar disorders in a secure and stimulating learning environment that is not otherwise available in Southeast Florida. Comprehensive individualized and science-based treatment is provided so that every individual can develop to his/her fullest potential academically, socially, and emotionally through academic, and transitional programs, as well as community outreach services.

For more information, call 305-466-1142 ext. 201 or visit victorycenterforautism.org

Event Honorees Dr. Robin Parker and Sen. Steven A. Geller

Barry and Judith Nelson, co-founders of The Victory Center

Victory School Chairman of the Board Robert Schwartz and family

Victory School Board Member Robert Werner with wife Florence

Michele and Richard Wolfe

Dr. Michael Alessandri with Victory School parents Detlev Gessner and Tracey Finger

Drs. Carrie and David Landess

Hallandale Beach Comm. Keith London with guest

Jose Garcia and Monica Torreblano

Victory School Board Member Kenny Young with wife Lisa Young

Victory Center teachers with Executive Director Thalya Olmos

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Acqualina and Il Mulino host

Stephanie Trump, The Trump Group with Il Mulino Executive Chef Michele Mazza

Christina Hand, marketing and PR manager, Acqualina; Keith Owens, Banyan Life Financial; Deborah Yager Fleming, VP of sales and marketing and Robert Todak, general manager, Acqualina; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion; Jon Kidd, Banyan Life Financial; Susan Wesselhoft, dir. of catering and conference services, Acqualina

Lucas Libedinsky; Deborah Yager Fleming, Acqualina; Eileen Glastein, Bnai Zion; Luli Sulichin, Miami Shopping Tours

Dr. Robert Sheir, Optometric Physician; Oscar Llorente, Mount Sinai Medical Center; Lisa Gaeta, Finance Placements & Consulting; Jim Konschnik, Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation

Chuck Kuehnle and Sharon King, State Farm Insurance; Lawrence Taylor, CFP, Janney Montgomery Scott; Susan Rose, State Farm Insurance

Guest; Ghazal Yazdanparast and Marcia Valente, Le Meridien ~ Sunny Isles Beach; Robert Festinger, Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort

Steve and Shelley Costin, Miami Gardens Florist; Arnold Goldman, The Alternative Board; Bob Cahn, AFLAC

Lance Ross, Bernstein Global Wealth Management; Philip Rosen, Bloomgarden, Goudreau & Rosen; Ben Launerts, Park One of Florida; Dimitry Shaposhnikov, DS Xpress; John Cilona

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Linda Nash, American Impact Media; Richard May; Marcelle May, American Friends of Magen David Adom

Guests enjoy a cooking demonstration and sampling prepared by Il Mulino Executive Chef Michele Mazza

Stephanie Trump, The Trump Group; Sharon King, State Farm Insurance; Ben Launerts, Park One of Florida; Gabriela Ratier, Ofc. of Optometric Physician Dr. Robert Sheir

Anat Goldstein, The Credit Council; Daniel Abraira, Allied North America; Maria del Real, Multi Lingua; Cesar Conde, Pizza Fusion

Daniel Bluestein, Aventura News; Andrew Goldstein, Photographer; guest

Jean Raymond and Serge Lafrance, IDEA - International Design Engineering Architecture flank Aaron Bernstein; Carole Pumpian, The Apple Organization; Bray Ladow, Florida Marlins

Ken Klein, Lenders USA; Sandra Krumbein and Rebecca Osorio, Ruden McClosky

Keith Owen, Banyan Life Financial; Nicole Greensher, Fashion Factor; Lenny Markus, Minuteman Press

Marcos Muela, Northern Trust; Jentry Redinger, FastCare; Linda Nash American Impact Media; Ken Crawford

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Life Insurance Premium Financing may be a valuable tool

BY JON KIDD Late last month, President Barack Obama presented a $3.6 trillion budget proposal to Congress that included increased taxes on wealthy estates. Under recent legislation, the estate tax, which is scheduled to be repealed next year, will continue permanently. The law would tax estates valued over $3.5 million per individual ($7 million for married couples) at a tax rate of 45%, and it would attack a common estate planning technique called the family limited partnership (or family limited liability company) which often provides a significant reduction in estate taxes. Not only may families be facing 45% taxation on their hard-earned wealth, but the government is considering taking away a common estate planning technique too! This is vastly different from the scheduled 0% Estate Tax in 2010.

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Using the net death benefit to absorb the estate tax is specifically ideal for older persons looking to pass on their assets to their families; however, this is just one of a variety of solutions.

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Hip Hip Horray Anterior Hip Replacement offers quick recovery

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JUMP FOR JOY Anterior Hip Replacement

BY FELICE NAIDE As anyone with chronic hip pain knows, it’s tough to live that way, and tougher to deal with the restrictions to one’s life caused by hip problems.

More than 300,000 Americans will undergo hip replacement surgery this year. Most patients who have typical hip replacement surgery experience lengthy hospital stays, 8 inch scars and a prolonged disruption of their everyday lifestyle. Thanks to a new surgical approach, patients can look forward to a quicker recovery with less pain and no restrictions. The procedure, called Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery, allows the surgeon to approach the hip from the front as opposed to the side or the back. This enables the surgeons to work between the muscles as opposed to cutting them-which is what happens in the traditional approach. The muscles surrounding the pelvis and femur remain intact and the gluteal muscles are left untouched. Dr. Steven Naide and Dr. Bruce Janke are two orthopedic surgeons performing this surgery in South Florida with excellent results.

How does Anterior Hip Replacement benefit the patient? After anterior approach hip surgery, there is much less pain, the hospital stay is very short, there is minimal scarring and a quicker return to normal activities.

North Broward Medical Center offers this surgery in South Florida with the use of the Hana Table, a special Operating Room table which facilitates this procedure. Patients are typically discharged in 2 days, are walking long distances sooner and have a more rapid return to a normal lifestyle and are able to return to work sooner. Tennis, biking, golf, can be back in someone’s regular routine much sooner after Anterior Hip Replacement surgery than traditional hip replacement surgery. Dr. Bruce Janke and Dr. Steven Naide of East Coast Orthopaedics are among the only surgeons trained to perform Anterior Hip Replacement procedure using the Hana table in South Florida.

They “find it incredibly rewarding to

Less Pain Less Scarring Quicker Recovery Anterior Hip Replacement has a faster, easier recovery for most people. Dr. Janke and Dr. Naide are among a very exclusive group of surgeons nationwide using the state-of-the art Hana table to facilitate replacement of the hip without cutting the leg and guteal muscles. And that’s a huge advantage to help you get back to being you, again!

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How do your eyes feel

BY DR. STEVEN WIGDOR

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Do your eyes ever feel tired, gritty, or sensitive to light? Does your vision ever fluctuate from clear to blurry, especially when you’re concentrating on something? Do you ever wish you could see that traffic sign just a little sooner? Did you know that these symptoms are relatively common and are usually easily correctable?

There are many factors that influence not only the way you see, but how your eyes feel while using them. When light travels into your eye it must first travel thru three layers of your tear film before even reaching the front corneal surface of your eye. If the tear layer of your eye is not smooth and properly formed, a dry sandy feeling and/or excess tearing can occur, both of which can cause intermittent blurred vision. Many factors, such as medication, hormones, allergies and irritants can negatively influence the quality and quantity of the tear film. When we concentrate on something such are when we read, use a computer, or watch television, the frequency that we blink decreases. If your tear film is already compromised, and then you decrease the frequency that you spread whatever tears you do have

across your cornea, your dry eye will feel even worse. There are various treatments and nutritional supplements that have been shown to improve tear production and quality, and thus help in these situations.

During a comprehensive eye exam, ocular health status is evaluated as well as possible causes of reduced vision. If any medical issues are discovered, they would either be followed or treated in an appropriate manner. It’s important to evaluate any conditions early in order to provide the best opportunity for continued eye health.

It’s important that any comprehensive examination include a complete discussion of your eye care needs based on your job and lifestyle. This way you will receive the best customized resolution to all your concerns. Make sure your doctor is willing to take the time to listen to your concerns.

Remember, everyone has hindsight protect your eyesight! Dr. Steven Wigdor, a board certified Optometric Physician, and his staff welcome your calls and questions in Aventura at 305-931-0225. You can also visit them at 18117 Biscayne Boulevard in Biscayne Harbour Shops on the web at www.eyecareandeyewear.com They also accept many vision care plans, so call today.

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During the darkest days of your life, there are some important things to remember. The sun is always shining even if you cannot see it because it is hidden by the clouds. In the midst of stressful, sad and discouraging situations, this is often hard to believe. All you can see are the clouds. You feel like you will be caught in a terrible storm. A storm that will frighten you with the severity of its thunder and lightening and the high winds that will toss you about and make you lose your balance or even blow you away. When this happens all you can do is to stand firm in your mind and heart and believe that the sun is there. Imagine it.

Resist the thoughts and emotions that threaten your belief. Believe in things even if they do not seem plausible.

Nothing lasts forever. Even the perfect things in your life are vulnerable to change.

One of the constants in everyone’s life is that things will change. That can be a good thing because it means that the negative things will also change. Believe in change.

Welcome change. Keep reminding yourself that this too shall pass. Do not dwell on

what you do not want to happen or what you are afraid will happen. Only think about what you want to happen. See it. Feel it. It may be difficult to feel the warmth of the sun when all you see are clouds. Keep trying. Pretend that you feel the warmth until you do feel it. Keep a picture of the sun uppermost in your mind.

Be strong. It takes strength and courage to believe when there is no outward evidence of your belief. Every time you believe you stand a better chance of having that belief become a reality.

Believe is an action word. It is an active state of being. It requires that you find something credible even when there is no reason to believe it. It requires you to have faith; faith in life, God, the power that created you, the universe, and yourself. At the same time that you have faith, you must also have confidence in what you believe and confidence in yourself. Accept the truth of your beliefs. Eliminate any doubts.

You have to trust that you will be all right and hold on to that. Rely on these things to carry you through.

Until next time Take Care and BELIEVE Patricia Frank is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She can be reached at 305-788-4864, 212- 308- 0309.

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Crooks using old, new scams during recession

Al Sunshine 4 YOUR MONEY As if the recession itself isn’t bad enough, crooks are now taking advantage of it to dupe the most vulnerable among our population, dusting off their old scams and coming up with some new ones. This is prompting urgent warnings from state and federal authorities.

The latest unemployment scams include offers to help laid-off workers file for unemployment benefits, charging them extra fees to supposedly help them look for jobs.

Florida prosecutors and the Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation now are sending out important advisories, informing anyone looking for a job that they don’t need to pay extra fees to be considered for a new job or to apply for unemployment benefits.

Florida prosecutors say in most cases the companies offering help only are interested in getting your personal identification for an “identity theft” scam.

At the same time, they may offer to sell you a listing of “job openings” which may be nothing more than an old printout from the state job site that you can get for free.

Remember, most legitimate employment agencies get paid by companies to find qualified employees. Job seekers themselves usually are never charged for being listed on

legitimate employment sites.

President Obama’s $787 billion economic stimulus plan also is getting a lot of interest from the scammers. As a result, the Federal Trade Commission has put out a national alert. The agency is warning about the growing number of unsolicited emails, letters, and telephone calls offering to help deposit stimulus money directly into your bank accounts. The crooks will then obtain access to your account information and withdraw however much of your money they can before you realize you’ve been ripped off.

Some old scams also are being revived. Contractor fraud is hitting consumers hard as they agree to thousands of dollars in home repairs, pay crooked contractors hefty down payments and never hear back from them. Always ask for references and background checks with local building departments before signing any contracts or give any deposits.

Advanced-fee loan scams are another popular ripoff of which to be aware.

They offer desperate consumers “alternative loan sources.” However, you first have to fill out all the paperwork and pay a hefty “processing fee” that could be $1,000 or more. They promise you’ll qualify; you fork over the money and then you realize that you’ve been scammed and never will get your loan or your processing fee back.

Always be wary of requests for large upfront fees and down payments and keep alert about possible recession “opportunists” and scammers.

Watch Al Sunshine weekdays on CBS 4 News beginning at noon.

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