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It’s time for high school sports to do the right thing BY GRANT MILLER
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Here’s a question: Is doing the right thing always the right thing to do, or only when it’s convenient? I would like to put that question to the principals and athletic directors of area
high schools. It seems to be a national trend these days, but I bring this up because of incidents at local schools in which student athletes displayed bad sportsmanship, angrily throwing their equipment on the ground to show their displeasure or yelling at referees. It was a significant enough violation to get one student suspended, but the problem was that the school administrators didn’t suspend the kid there and then. They put the suspension off until later because there was an important game or match coming up and they apparently didn’t want to hurt the team’s chances for a victory by removing a key player. What would happen if the student athlete behaved that way in the classroom? For sure the student would be suspended. I know for a fact that some public and private school student athletes are walk-
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A post-spring practice high school football preview BY JUSTIN HESSER
With spring practice season coming to a close, high schools are gearing up for another exciting season of football. Every school ends the spring with the same record and the same goal of winning the state title. The hope is that all of the hard work put in during these months of practice turns into great play and, most importantly, wins in the fall. The truth of the matter is that we end spring practice with more questions than answers, more expectations than realities. Which schools will be competing for the state title? Who will be the next great running back (like Lamar Miller or Jaamal Berry) to come out of the area? Is there another quarterback like Teddy Bridgewater among the ranks? How about a Derrick Thomas or Sean Taylor on defense? Although we will have to wait until December to know the answers to these questions, we can tell you what we expect from each school in the area and which players you should be looking out for when you attend games this season. CORAL REEF Coach: Chevas Clements District: 8A 2012 Record: 6-4 2012 Signature Win: Miami Southridge High School, 28-19 Returning Stars: Nicodem Pierre QB, Jacob McCrary WR, Marcus Leslie DB, Sterling Shippy NG, Joe Suarez DE Newcomers: Harvey Clayton Jr. DB, Michael Ricardo OL, Adrian Reid OL, Jawon Hamilton RB Preview: The Coral Reef Barracudas have high hopes for this upcoming season. With 10 returning starters on defense and star quarterback Nicodem Pierre running
the offense, the Barracudas expect to be competing for the state title at the conclusion of the 2013 season. KILLIAN Coach: Cory Johnson District: 8A 2012 Record: 10-2 2012 Signature Win: Christopher Columbus High School, 21-17 Returning Stars: Matt Colominas DE, Jakari Bolton OL, Trumane Washington DB, Anthony Olibencia WR, Bruce Davis LB, Jaquan Johnson DB, Armando Martinez FB, Tadam James RB, Bryan Maderos LB Newcomers: Jordan Herrera RB, Nick Adams WR, Jamaal Burgess RB Preview: The Killian Cougars look to duplicate the success they enjoyed last season. This will be no easy task after losing 22 seniors, all starters or strong contributors. Expect Armando Martinez and Tadam James to give Killian a strong running game, while Jermaine Washington, Matt Colaminas and Bryan Maderos will lead a stout defense. As always, the goal for the Cougars is to make a run at the state title. PALMETTO Coach: Matt Dixon District: 8A 2012 Record: 3-7 2012 Signature Win: Coral Gables High School, 24-14 Top Returning Players: Mikal Smith LB, Matt Coll QB, DaSean Cannon WR, Jeremy Greenidge DL, Jerron Rollins WR Top Newcomers: Johnny Scharlengne WR, Willie Brown LB Preview: While the Panthers only have a small group of seniors on the roster this season, the team centers around six senior leaders: Mikal Smith, Matt Coll, DaSean Cannon, Jeremy Greenidge, Christopher Winkler and Daniel Suarez. If the Panthers can stay healthy and overcome their youth, they have a shot to compete for the district title in 2013.
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GULLIVER PREP Coach: Earl Sims District: 4A 2012 Record: 6-6 2012 Signature Win: Monsignor Pace High School, 21-20 Top Returning Players: Cornelius Floyd ATH, Raymond Edwards OL/DL, Jowan Watson QB, Antonio Sotolongo S Top Newcomers: Brandon Shuman ATH, Charles Callender DE/OL, Walker Gautier WR, Mo Hassan QB, C.J. Hassan RB Preview: Although they made a strong run in the district playoffs, making it to the second round of the tournament, the Raiders ended last season unsatisfied. If the Raiders can shore up the offensive line and handle the loss of a strong senior class, the team – full of talented athletes — has a great opportunity to build on the great Gulliver Football tradition and improve from a year ago. PALMER TRINITY Coach: Darin DiBello District: (Independent Conference) Gulf Atlantic Football Conference 2012 Record: 1-7 2012 Signature Win: Princeton Christian, 46-0 Returning Stars: Daniel Chumbley QB, Jonathan Sourber OL, Andy Beauperthy LB, Blake Miller FB Newcomers: Blake Rubin RB, Dustin Phillip TE, Matt Lewis RB, Chad Seratte WR, Dylan DiBello QB Preview: With a new head coach (Darin DiBello) and a new conference (Gulf Atlantic Football Conference), the Palmer Trinity Falcons look to turn things around this season. As a team filled with freshmen and sophomores, the Falcons will use a strong passing game to compete for a division title and build for the future. WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN Coach: Sedrick Irvin District: 3A 2012 Record: 6-4 2012 Signature Win: Archbishop Coleman Carroll High School, 70-14 Returning Stars: Hunter Boyett QB, Tim Irvin ATH, Chris Barbota OL, Jordan Cronkrite ATH, Jimmy Armstrong LB, Matthew Lynch OL, Chris Mantega OL/DL Newcomers: Dylan Charlton LB, Albert DelSol WR/DB, Brian Vazquez DE Preview: Coming into his fourth season
as head coach, Sedrick Irvin will finally have a team of players that he has coached for their entire high school careers. Expect the Warriors to be a disciplined football team with enough fight and experience to win many games. CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS Coach: Chris Merritt District: 8A 2012 Record: 9-5 2012 Signature Win: Miami Killian High School in District Playoffs, 36-19 Returning Stars: Tucker Beirne QB, Nick McBeath OLB, Oshton Armstrong RB, Nick Garcia OLB, Zack Marti OL, Jose Alvarado TE, Sasha Kelsey WR Newcomers: Amir Rasul RB, Andres Levy DL Preview: Having won the district championship 10 out of the past 12 seasons, the Columbus Explorers have high expectations for their football team every season and this year will be no exception. With a well-balanced offense centered around QB Tucker Beirne, the Explorers are looking to win another district title and compete for the state championship. RANSOM EVERGLADES Coach: Joseph Mancuso District: (Independent Conference) Southeast Football Conference 2012 Record: 6-5 2012 Signature Win: Miami Country Day High School, 49-27 Returning Stars: Tyler Martin FB/LB, Eddie Garcia-Montes QB, Rodrigo Poma OL/DL, Cedric Joseph WR/DB Newcomers: Ani Lovett RB/LB, Sean Becker OL/DL, Bennet Sanders LB/OL Preview: After tying for fourth place and missing the playoffs because of a tiebreaker in their first season in the Southeast Football Conference, the Ransom Everglades Raiders are looking to take the next step and make the conference playoffs in 2013. Behind QB Eddie Garcia-Montes in his second year as a starter and FB Tyler Martin in his fourth year as a starter, the Raiders have a great chance to make a run in the playoffs. Justin Hesser is a native of Miami and has been involved in local sports for more than 20 years. He has an MBA with a specialization in sports administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in business. He may be contacted by addressing email to <jzhess88@gmail.com>.
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PHS Symbiants to represent Florida Envirothon NA BY NANCY LAWTHER
The Symbiants, Palmetto High School’s Envirothon team, won first place in the state competition on April 27 at Hillsborough River State Park. The Symbiants, with members Zoe Cosner, David Silverman, Richard Li, Allen Liu and Orko Sarkar, will move on to represent Florida in the 2013 North American Envirothon Aug. 4-9 at Montana State University in Bozeman. The Symbiants are coached by Pam Shlachtman. The trip to Montana will be funded by the Science Competitors Club with money won in the Lexus
EcoChallenge and Go Bananas! competitions. Through problem-solving activities, the Envirothon tests high school teams on their knowledge of four different natural resource areas — soils, aquatics, forestry, wildlife — and one additional current environmental issue. This year’s current issue is Sustainable Rangeland Management: Achieving a Balance Between Traditional Agricultural Uses with nonAgricultural Uses on Montana Rangelands. This will not be Palmetto’s first trip to the North American Envirothon. Shlachtman’s Palmetto team won top honors in the 2004 competition.
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SPORTS, from page 1 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– private school student athletes are walking out on their class if there is a test and the athletic directors let them get away with it. In many cases, student athletes are caught blatantly cheating on tests and the teachers tell the administration, but they wait to do anything to the kid until after the big games are played or the playoffs are over. The suspensions were delayed and, in some cases, some of the parents of team members even objected to any suspension or any punishment at all because they thought it was no big deal and they didn’t want to harm the team. One of the biggest problems in the end is the fact that the coaches are paid, hired and fired based on the records of their top sports teams, so their very livelihood often depends on making sure that their best athletes play at any cost. More and more we see schools doing this sort of thing, and it’s easy to understand their motivation. But the main job of schools of any kind, public or private, is to educate — to teach. When principals and athletic directors put expediency ahead of
ethics, what kind of a lesson are they teaching our kids? That morals and ethics don’t count and that “doing the right thing” is just an empty phrase? Wouldn’t it be better to teach them that actions have consequences and that they, and the adults in charge of them, need to follow basic ethical guidelines? If a suspension caused by a violation hurts a team’s chances, then maybe that’s an important lesson the students (and parents) need to learn to encourage better behavior. Sure, these are just games, just high school sports activities. But the lessons kids learn now will stay with them for the rest of their lives. As they grow up and mature, and evolve into families, businesses or even politics, do we really want them instilled with the idea that ethics is something they should only worry about when it’s convenient? High school sports are often touted as being character building. Isn’t ethical behavior an important part of character? Isn’t “doing the right thing” right?
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KARINA SCHIAPPA PIETRA Palmer Trinity School junior Karina Schiappa Pietra remembers those terrible days her brother Anthony spent in the hospital when he was being treated for NonHodgkin’s T Cell lymphoma. “My brother had aggressive chemo and sometimes he had to stay at the hospital for a week,” she says. “He spent weeks in the hospital and he was bored.” Her brother’s cancer is in remission today and he has recovered enough to go away to college – to Harvard. Schiappa Pietra says that period in her life affected her so much that she decided to help kids like her brother when she developed her Girl Scout Gold Award project. “I donated five portable DVD players to the Miami Children’s Hospital Oncology Unit and a library of DVDs that could be checked out by patients and visitors,” she says. “Having a DVD player and DVDs was a way to entertain the children and the in-and-out patients. They could sit there and watch DVD’s while they get chemo.” The whole project took about a year to develop, from the time she first evolved the project concept to the actual delivery of the DVD players and DVDs. “When going for my gold award, I thought what can I do to make these kids a little happier? I figured it out for the most part on my own,” she says. “This project is supposed to reflect upon you. Working with the hospital was something that really connected and would really motivate me.”
To pay for the project, Schiappa Pietra organized a garage sale. She collected items through a drive at Palmer Trinity and from her friends and family. “I made enough money to cover the cost of the DVD players,” she says. “For the DVDs, I set up a DVD drive and we received about 200 titles.” The DVDs covered a broad range of titles and ages. Schiappa Pietra says there are parents and older teens who might want to watch higher rated titles. The children won’t be exposed to movies they shouldn’t watch because there is a sign-in system. The collection has a large assortment of Disney movies. Although that project has ended for Schiappa Pietra, she says they are always open to DVD donations. She says that she may even organize another DVD donation drive for the hospital before she leaves for college in the fall. Schiappa Pietra’s project dovetails with that of her friend Renee Dobrinsky’s Gold Award project, which was to donate laptops for use by the children or their parents. “I helped her raise money at a garage sale,” she says. “We actually had the garage sale together and we split the money raised evenly.” Schiappa Pietra also helps kids every other Saturday as an English teacher for Breakthrough Miami. “I teach four classes,” she says. “After lunch we have social hours and we talk about how to act when you’re in a fight or a confrontation. Most of these kids came from a hard life.” Schiappa Pietra is also a member of Operation Smile, an organization that raises money to do reconstructive surgery for kids with cleft lips. Schiappa Pietra also regularly joins with other members of a school club to visit a shelter run by the Community Partnership for the Homeless, and she assists in the club’s efforts to raise money to help the homeless. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
SABRINA RODRIGUEZ Sabrina Rodriguez, a junior at Palmer Trinity School, started out teaching English technique and literature to fifth- through eighth-grade students in the Breakthrough Miami program at Palmer. Last year she began conducting an art class for the students, who attend the program every other Saturday during the school year. “I love art; no matter what I do, I want it to have something related to art,” Rodriguez says. “They were saying they wanted to do something creative and have more electives.” Rodriguez says she knew the middle school children do not get art instruction in school, so she wanted to give them access to more mediums and more techniques. “They really like painting and we did a lot of things with paints. They loved all the crafty things,” she says. “I think some of them have developed their art skills so much. Some of the boys, who weren’t interested, began to ask for it more.” When she is not involved in Breakthrough Miami, Rodriguez volunteers with Friendship Circle. Rodriguez and a friend visit with an autistic girl. She says she loves participating in the program, par-
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ticularly since her goal is to become an art therapist. “It was really different for me because I’ve worked with kids in different environments,” she says. “It made me more passionate about the idea to become an art therapist. I do feel art is very important, especially for kids with disabilities.” This summer Rodriguez plans to work at the Crystal Academy Therapy Center. “They let me observe art therapy sessions,” she says. Rodriguez also volunteers at Reach for the Arts, an art studio she attended when she was a child. “I just wanted to spend more time creating art with children. The teacher would tell me how to do things,” she says. “It’s more of a learning experience than anything.” When she enters college, Rodriguez plans to study psychology and then pursue a Master’s Degree in Art. “I’d like to minor in art or art education,” she says. At Palmer Trinity, Rodriguez is in the Second Chance Club (for animal adoption), and is co-president of the Got Ads Club. Club members design posters and flyers for other clubs. They are working to make the posters green friendly and reusable. She and a friend are also conducting a book drive for the Thomas Armour Youth Foundation. “The foundation brings dance lessons to different elementary schools in high risk areas,” Rodriguez says. “These lessons offer the young girls and boys an opportunity to get into a good magnet program and provide a brighter future. The books will help them improve their reading and language skills.” They are working on the book drive with the Alexander Montessori School. The girls created a competition between the homerooms at Alexander to encourage the young students to bring in as many books as possible. Rodriguez’s work with children also includes volunteering at the Children’s Bereavement Center. “My friend went there when she was younger after she lost her father; she was talking about the program and we decided to go,” she says. “It’s one of my favorite things to do. It’s a great thing to go to if you have lost a loved one. We’re there to listen to them. We’re not supposed to say anything to bring anything out of them.” By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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DANNY TRAINOR Palmetto High School junior Danny Trainor recently returned from the Florida state tennis championship where he cheered on his teammates who had qualified for the
tournament. Trainor was an alternate this year since he was seeded second in both singles and doubles. “The boys went up there as individuals and the girls went as a team,” Trainor says. “As an individual, you have to win your district. To get there as a team you have to win the regional.” While he would have preferred playing in the tournament, Trainor says he still enjoyed the weekend watching his friends play. “It’s really impressive to watch some of those guys,” he says. Next year, the Palmetto boys may be good enough to return to the championship tournament as a team. Trainor says the team has the potential to be competitive, especially since they will not lose anyone through graduation. “I can move up if I train hard enough this summer,” he says. “I have to win enough matches when the trials come. We’re all friends and teammates, so there’s no pressure.” Trainor is just getting back into the groove of the sport he played as a child. In middle school, he dropped tennis for basketball. In fact, he even played junior varsity basketball as a freshman at Palmetto and then switched back to tennis when he entered the 10th grade.
“I started fairly early; I had a racket in my hand when I was three,” he says. “I started playing seriously when I was eight.” When he returned to tennis, he trained for a while and then entered tournaments outside of school. He says he had mixed results, mainly because playing tennis and keeping up with his rigorous academic schedule wasn’t easy. “I think I won one tournament and got to the finals of another one,” he says. Trainor says it’s hard to compete in tournaments during the school year because the traveling is so time consuming. “It’s hard to study and be a crazy tournament player at the same time,” Trainor says. However, he hopes to get back into tournament play this summer. He also hopes to play tennis in college, preferably at a school with good academics and a good tennis team. “I haven’t contacted any coaches yet, but I’ll work at that this summer,” he says. “I’m thinking about maybe being a walk-on player, maybe at an Ivy League school. I’m thinking about a Division III school and Brown is my favorite.” Before college, he has another summer of tennis play and of volunteering with inner city kids at Miami’s Moore Park.
“My coach (Don Petrine) was giving lessons there and I asked if I could join him and run clinics,” Trainor says. “For about eight weeks, I went to the park two or three times a week. I plan on continuing that program this summer.” Trainor says he worked with a small group of children 10-14 years old who were attending summer camp at Moore Park. “They all were very enthusiastic about tennis,” he says. “For some of them, tennis wasn’t their main sport, but a couple of them could be tournament players.” At Palmetto High, Trainor is in Mu Alpha Theta, the math honor society. He has competed in a couple of math competitions this year and, while he did not qualify as a finalist, he had fun participating. “Once I get into college, I think I’m going to be a math major,” he says. “I also like physics.” By the time Trainor gets to college, his life may be a bit more settled. He and his family have been living in temporary quarters while decisions are made in the aftermath of a fire that destroyed the family home more than a year ago. By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld
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Palmer Trinity athletic director receives Florida Award of Merit Palmer Trinity School athletic director Dr. Jake von Scherrer has been recognized by the Florida Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association as this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award of Merit winner. The award is presented to the high school athletic director whose leadership and programs have made a significant impact at the national level. Under von Scherrer, Palmer Trinity has become recognized as being on the cutting edge of sportsmanship. Von Scherrer has begun many sportsmanship initiatives, including a Captains Pre-Game Sportsmanship announcement, created pre-season Sportsmanship Powerpoint for Parents, hung sportsmanship banners in the gym and started a Captains Council of student athlete leaders. His efforts resulted in Palmer Trinity being named the 2012 FHSAA State Champion for Sportsmanship in Class 3-A.
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SCOTUS ruling could mandate warrants for blood draws in Florida DUI cases BY RUSSELL SPATZ
Attorney A case decided last month by the United States Supreme Court (Missouri v. McNeely) promises to require revisions of current law in Florida and may jeopardize future prosecutions for DUI that rely upon blood alcohol levels based upon analysis of blood draws. In a previous ruling, the SCOTUS (Schmerber v. California, 1996) upheld a warrantless blood test of an individual arrested for DUI; the reason being that the officer might reasonably have believed he was confronted with an emergency and delay of a blood draw threatened destruction of evidence. The Court in 1996 pointed out that the testimony in the lower court indicated that the percentage of alcohol in an individual’s blood typically decreased by approximately .015 percent to .02 percent per hour once the alcohol has been fully absorbed. The Court went on to note that since an individual’s alcohol level gradually declines after he stops drinking, a significant delay in testing can negatively affect the results. This factor was essential to holding in Schmerber that delay in securing a warrant would threaten the destruction of evidence. However, in this new ruling the Court held that the natural metabolization of alcohol in the blood stream does not present a per se exigent circumstance that will justify warrantless blood draws in all drunk-driving cases. The Court further held that whether an exigency exists which would allow a warrantless blood draw in a DUI case is an issue that must be determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon the circumstances. Given the current state of the ability for police departments to communicate with the judiciary in order to secure warrants, which makes application for same in a short period of time not impracticable, it cannot be said that exigency is presented in all cases which thereby justify warrantless blood tests. The court noted that in the 47 years since Schmerber was decided there is a more expeditious processing of warrant applications and well over the majority of the states allow police officers to apply for search warrants remotely through the use of telecommunications and email. The Court therefore held that in drunk-driving investigations the natural dissipation of alcohol in the blood stream does not constitute an exigency in every case to justify conducting a blood test without a warrant.
IMPACT ON FLORIDA’S IMPLIED CONSENT LAWS It is difficult to predict all the conse-
LAW quences that this new decision will have on future cases involving motorists driving under the influence. They may be farreaching; all 50 states have adopted implied consent laws in one form or another, requiring all operators of motor vehicles within their states to consent to blood alcohol content (BAC) testing if they’re arrested or detained on suspicion of a drunken driving offense. Refusal to submit to a breath, urine or blood test is admissible as evidence in DUI criminal proceedings in Florida, for example, and results in an automatic suspension of the driver license for one year. Under Florida’s implied consent law, the following is allowed: Forceful withdrawal of blood — If necessary, blood may be withdrawn in DUI cases involving serious bodily injury or death by authorized medical personnel with the use of reasonable force by the arresting officer, even if the driver refuses. Unconscious — Any person who is incapable of refusal by reason of unconsciousness or other mental or physical condition shall be deemed not to have withdrawn his consent to such test. A blood test may be administered whether or not such person is told that his failure to submit to such a blood test will result in the suspension of his privilege to operate a motor vehicle (Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles). That may change with McNeely; in the state of Florida cases involving searches consisting of warrantless blood testing can now be attacked based upon unreasonable search and seizure. For example, people who consented to having their blood drawn could challenge the administration of the test by arguing their consent was not given voluntarily. A good criminal defense lawyer in Florida could challenge its implied consent laws for punishing citizens for exercising their constitutional right to refuse a search not authorized by warrant. The new ruling suggests that when officers in drunk-driving investigations can reasonably obtain a warrant before having a blood sample drawn without significantly undermining the efficacy of the search, the Fourth Amendment mandates that they do so. Russell Spatz is a trial attorney and principal in the Spatz Law Firm, 14707 S. Dixie Hwy., Ste 302. To contact him, call 305-4420200 or go to spatzlawfirm.com.
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The Palmetto Elementary School cheerleaders won the state championship for the elementary division late last month in competition at St. Thomas University. It was the first time that a Palmetto Elementary team ever competed in the tournament. Pictured are (front row l-r) Sabina Ortiz, Brooke Young, Jordan Shapiro, Katherine CruzAlvarez, Grace Weinbach, Dylan Shapiro, Alexa Flores, Jamie Loeb, Lisa Winders; (middle row l-r) Alexis Lopez, Niusha Nikpour, Savannah Chadwick, Gabriella Conde, Yanelis Diaz, Jessica Hinchey; (back row l-r) teachercoaches Kim McWilliams and Jenna Juan, Nia Papadopulos, Olivia Malone, Jazlyn Ortiz, Brianna Bejar, Zoe Nye, Camila Guerrero, Isabella Varela and Alex Nelson. Congratulations girls! (Photo by Shanna Nye)
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Marlins become unintentionally interesting BY PRESTON MICHELSON
It is not very often that a team gets more interesting when their best players get injured. However, that is the case with the Marlins, as their young future is getting a taste of the big leagues. One of my many gripes with this Marlins team is the abnormal approach to a small-market, low payroll team. Teams in similar positions traditionally try to utilize their young players instead of treading water by starting middling players like Placido Polanco and Juan Pierre. The Marlins have been incredibly efficient in one category — the disabled list. For far too long, the win count and disabled list length has rivaled in quantity. It is paradoxical that losing some of the best players for indefinite amounts of time would make this team more attentiongrabbing, but it has. What the Marlins do have, amidst many negative attributes, is a potentially strong future stored in its farm system. The front
office has kept many of these potential future stars in the realm of the minor leagues, but the recent injury bug has promoted a few neophytes to the cellardwelling Marlins. Before long, more prospects, to the tune of Christian Yelich and Kyle Jensen, will join their young brethren. Without considering outside factors, such as the meddling owner Jeffrey Loria, the Marlins have a somewhat positive future ahead of them. Before his price tag becomes too much to handle, Giancarlo Stanton will be handed a one-way ticket out of Miami — something that will happen before too long. If the Marlins’ front office’s competency can fit the bill (which I hope is not too much to ask), then the team should acquire some highlevel players that should fill some of the more glaring deficiencies. The Marlins do not have a bleak future. In fact, it is becoming increasingly bright, due to repeated low draft picks because of their sub-par records. But because the experience of being a Marlins fan is a roller coaster (and will continue to be if ownership does not change), fans will
find it hard to root for these new players. They do not know if they will be here for the long-run or just until they become savory for the deeper pockets of big-market ball clubs. The Marlins’ fan base has given up all hope of winning now, or in the nearfuture. The abysmal start to the season could have been easily predicted and the bleak attendance was similarly expected. The population of the seats will not increase without winning, but the product on the field can be improved, at least. This oddly-composed team — made up from remnants of various plans of the front office — will continue to be restructured. The sore thumb of Ricky Nolasco will find his way onto a more loyal ball club in the near future. The aforementioned Stanton will also gladly take his monster hacks elsewhere. It will look different — and different doesn’t always mean better — but it should be a step in the right direction. The unintended transactions of calling up prospects are tastes of what is to come for the Marlins. This is not to say that the front office has made continual correct
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Young boxer Ray Negron Jr. has Olympic aspirations and a healing spirit
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BY JESSE SCHECKNER
There is an almost poetic dichotomy in what 22-year-old Ramon “Ray” Negron Jr. has chosen as his life’s pursuits. He is a two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion who hopes to compete in the Olympics and then turn professional. Conversely, he is a licensed EMT, personal trainer, model and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy with an associate’s in sports medicine. Essentially, Negron is in both the hurt business and the healing business. Although he is doing all these things concurrently, his main focus is on his promising boxing career. “My plan A is boxing, because that’s my passion and I really want to pursue it, while physical therapy is my plan B,” he says. “I know a lot of people might say that’s not smart, ‘books before hooks’ as they say, but I’ve always wanted to follow my passions so I won’t look back and have any regrets.” A high school athlete in football and baseball, Negron started to pick up boxing after graduation. He fights from an orthodox stance, employing a well-rounded boxer-puncher style that emphasizes mobility, power, counterpunching and technique. Currently fighting as a light heavyweight at 178 pounds, he intends on dropping down a weight class or two once he goes pro. The individual nature of boxing and the fact that his father, Ray Sr., was a two-time Golden Gloves champion, were deciding factors in his decision to pursue the “Sweet Science.” “What I really love about this sport is how much it disciplines you, that it’s a thinking man’s game, almost like playing chess,” he says. “As I saw myself progressing and getting in good condition, I wanted to start fighting. I asked my dad to train me
and he supported me 100 percent.” Negron usually trains at Tropical Park Boxing and Fitness, the same gym where Ray Sr. honed his glove game almost two decades ago. To keep his skills sharp, Negron maintains a minimum twice-a-day training regimen. He and his father also travel to several other local gyms to spar with fellow boxers such as former IBF and The Ring light heavyweight world champion “Gentleman” Glen Johnson and former WBA Fedecaribe light welterweight titleholder Angelo Santana. He admits that holding his own in the squared circle with such notables has motivated him greatly. “It gives you a confidence boost when you’re hanging in there with those guys,” he says. “At first, you don’t know how to work with them, how hard you should hit them, but once he hits you hard, it’s cool.” As a result of recently competing in Washington, Ray Jr. is poised to be the sixth-ranked amateur in the country in his weight class. On June 18, he plans on traveling to California to compete in the 2013 Adidas national boxing tournament. Amateur boxing is not as lucrative or vital in Miami as it is in New York, California and Texas, which is why Ray and his father often must travel to compete, despite monetary obstacles. “It’s very hard to get sponsorship, but we try to do it by getting different individuals to give what they can, and we normally come out the other end with enough to pay for plane tickets, room and board,” says Ray Sr. “My main concern for Ray Jr. is his education and I’d love to see him working with my wife at the hospital and eventually have his own business. But, as a fighter, he has the ability to be world champion, no doubt about it.” For more information, contact Ray Jr. at <stickones23@gmail.com> and follow him on Twitter @Ray_Negron_.
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Veteran finance guru Carol Nobles a perfect fit for Edward Jones investment firm BUSINESS PROFILE BY JESSE SCHECKNER
Investment expert Carol Nobles, a veteran of the financial services industry for more than 30 years, began a new chapter in her professional career when she recently accepted the position of financial advisor for the prestigious Fortune 500 investment firm Edward Jones. Previously employed at a small brokerage firm in Pinecrest for 18 years, Nobles’ new position is a welcome change of scenery and one of more responsibility. “I decided to accept an offer with Edward Jones because, as a national firm, it has been recognized not only as a great company to work for, but also one with wonderful research capabilities for its clients,” she said. “Plus, after more than 30 years in the business, I now have my own branch office.” Nobles began her career working as an assistant to the treasurer for a property management firm. She found she enjoyed putting her knack for pursuing the highest returns on investments to use, and she sought out a job in finance at Merrill Lynch, where she fine tuned her skills as a protégé of 63-year brokerage veteran Ben Simonetti. “Ben was already up there in years when I met him – he was there for the crash of 1929,” Nobles said. “He taught me things
you won’t find in a training manual, such as how to be a ‘customer’s man,’ which meant you always put the customer first.” Now the veteran herself, Nobles has embraced the role of mentor, taking under her wing branch office administrator Karin Meyer, who has been involved in the financial sector for just 10 months. “Carol is one of the most ambitious and personable people I’ve ever met in my life,” said Meyer. “She sets goals, she meets them and she’s very approachable, which is what makes her such a great financial advisor, because you need someone that’s approachable who you can trust with your money.” In her off-time, Nobles is an active member of the community, serving as president of the Rotary Club of Miami Metro Zoo, a member of Elks Lodge 948 and as a board member of the SafeSpace Foundation, a nonprofit domestic violence prevention organization. “My passion is to give back to the community by organizing events and fundrais-
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Being a mother is not easy BY ED THOMPSON
President, LOGOI Ministries If you were to look up the word “mother” in the dictionary, you may be quite disappointed to find this blasé definition: “A female parent.” That’s sort of like defining the sun as “a big light.” Both are true, but neither gets close to what the real thing is. Besides, everyone knows that being a mother is not easy; if it were, fathers would do it. I was watching some home videos and came across a family reunion back in 1990. My then eight-year-old niece Mary was asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” She thought for just a moment and then with a beaming smile said, “A mommy!” My son, Matt (who was three), on the other hand, said he wanted to be Peter Pan. I’m pleased to report that, thus far, only one of them has achieved their goal. There is no debating the enormous influence “being a mommy” has on children. Abraham Lincoln said, “All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” This is especially remarkable because Lincoln’s mom died when he was just nine years old. For most, it is through our mothers that we first have a taste of God’s unconditional love for us. Mothers see all our imperfections and shortcomings and love us anyway. Their patience seems to have no limit and they are always ready and willing to forgive and let us start over again (see note below). Some years ago, a cartoon made its way across America picturing two farmers standing in field as snow fell softly. As one farmer turned to the other, their conversation went something like this: “Anything exciting happen today?” asked the first farmer. “Nah,” answered the other, “nothing ever exciting happens around here.” They stood and watched the snow fall and then one said, “The Lincolns just had a baby.” It’s interesting how seldom we hear about those “unexciting” parents of people we admire; even those whose lives changed the course of history. And then
THAT’S LIFE when we do hear, it’s usually because of something negative. But then we read the incredible story of a Hebrew girl who gave birth to a boy and named him Moses. If you haven’t read that story in a while, turn to Exodus chapter two and be amazed once again. Moses’ Mom was simply incredible, and we don’t even know her name. Likewise, we really don’t know anything about the mother of a shepherd boy named David, who was really good with a sling-shot. But the more you learn about her son and of his personality and character, you can’t help but consider the type of person she must have been. I’m a dad, of course, and so very grateful for the close relationship I have with my three children. But I also fully recognize that when the phone rings, the first words I usually hear are, “Is Mom there?” It is usually with a hint of a smile and knowing nod that I turn the phone over so that Mom can lovingly and wisely give her counsel. History leaves no doubt, there is just something extraordinary about moms. They are God’s special gift to mankind. How desperately needed in our world today are godly mothers training up their children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6). And how truly beautiful is a mom who understands that, “Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised” (Proverbs 31:30). NOTE: There are those whose mother or father (or both) were absent, negligent, or even abusive. The scars and pain carried throughout lives as a result are devastating. To those who carry such burdens we cry out to our Heavenly Father as the Psalmist pleaded, “You hear, O Lord, the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them and you listen to their cry” (Psalm 10:17). May you find peace and comfort in His loving arms. Ed Thompson is President of LOGOI Ministries and a frequent contributor to this newspaper. Follow his blog at <edthompsonlive.wordpress.com>.
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10th annual Blue Water Fishing Classic supports Miracle League BY LISA MAYS
Join us for the 10th annual Blue Water Fishing Classic and supporting the Miracle League of Miami Dade. This fishing tournament has been a successful fun day in our community for the past decade and it is made possible through generous sponsors in partnership with the Miami Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department and The Parks Foundation of Miami Dade. This family fishing tournament is a South Florida staple, open to anglers of all ages and skill levels. Net proceeds from the Blue Water Fishing Classic provide funds for fishing scholarships for disadvantaged youth, support MiamiDade parks and parks programming, and now to help the building fund of the Miracle League of Miami Dade. The founders of the Blue Water Fishing Classic are Miami Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department and the Parks Foundation of Miami Dade. MDPROS is the third largest parks system in the country, including the six marinas that will host the tournament. The Parks Foundation of Miami Dade, a nonprofit organization, supports MDPROS in its mission to create outstanding recreational, natural and cultural experiences for this and future generations, including disability services. Together they have come together for the last nine years
MIRACLE LEAGUE to put on an amazing fishing tournament and this year the Miracle League is thrilled to be part of it. There is up to $20,000 in cash prizes available and 20 ways to win! The tournament is open to amateur, professional, lady and junior anglers. Launches are available from all six Miami Dade County marinas ~ Bill Bird, Pelican Harbor, Crandon, Matheson Hammock, Black Point and Herbert Hoover. Enjoy a Captainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Party on Thursday night, along with a silent auction, raffles and an awards ceremony on Sunday at Fairways on the Key at Crandon. Register online now with coupon code Miracle25 and get $25 discount at <www.bluewaterfishingclassic.com>. Your donation will go to the Miracle League Building Fund. Help build our ballpark for Miami Dade Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special needs children by participating in this fishing classic! Go to <www.miracleleagueofmiamidade.org> to learn more and make a contribution. Email me at <lmays@miracleleagueofmiamidade.org> or call me at 786-224-4800.
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Gulliver student celebrates her birthday by giving back BY NANCY EAGLETON
Like many tweens, Mekayla Frazier celebrated her eleventh birthday with a joyous party. There was food, fun, cake and gifts. But, the gifts Mekayla’s family and friends brought to the party were not for her. In lieu of birthday presents, Mekayla asked her guests to bring toys that would be donated to the playroom at Baptist Children’s Hospital. This is the fifth year that Mekayla has invited her friends “to join her in giving back to the hospital that took such good care of her.” In 2008, when Mekayla was six years old, she contracted
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bacterial pneumonia and spent six weeks in the Baptist Children’s Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU). “Needless to say, it was a very difficult time for us,” recalls Mekayla’s mother, Kelly Frazier. “Mekayla received amazing care and support from Laurie Sargent and the entire ICU staff during her time in the hospital. Laurie’s caring ways and dedication had a profound affect on our family, especially on Mekayla.” Each year since 2008, Mekayla and her family return to the hospital to visit Sargent, the hospital’s senior child life specialist, and deliver the donated toys, games and books. Some of the toys remain in the playroom, and others are delivered as gifts to the hospital’s young patients. “The toys and games that were made available to Mekayla while she was in the ICU helped her during a difficult and scary time,” said Frazier. “This is Mekayla’s way of giving back to the hospital and reaching out to the children who are patients.” During the annual visit to the hospital, there are plenty of hugs and smiles. Frazier takes many photographs documenting the happy reunion, and Mekayla always includes one of the photos on the thank you cards she sends to her party guests who made the generous donations. “Mekayla knows that many of our children are here for a long time, and she remembers what it was like to be a young patient,” said Sargent. “It’s wonderful to have these new toys to offer to the children and help them pass the time. We are very grateful to the Frazier family, and to so many families, who are so generous to us.” Mekayla’s health scare reminds the Frazier family that birthdays – and all days – are reasons to celebrate health and happiness. Although it took Mekayla almost 18 months to gain strength and fully recover from her illness, the Gulliver
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Diclofenac Alert BY SONIA MARTINEZ, RPH
It has been known for over a decade that some oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as diclofenac are associated with more cardiovascular complications than other NSAIDs such as naproxen. According to a Science Daily article published recently in PLOS Medicine (an openaccess, peer-reviewed medical journal provided by the Public Library of Science), when taken orally, diclofenac’s risk is almost identical to that of Vioxx® (rofecoxib), which was withdrawn from worldwide sales in 2004 because of cardiovascular risk. Diclofenac has no advantage over other NSAIDs in terms of gastrointestinal safety and some researchers are calling for diclofenac to be removed from the market. Yet, an indepth analysis found that diclofenac prescribing/sales were three times higher than that of naproxen, likely due to marketing efforts by pharmaceutical companies. Check with your doctor if you take diclofenac, particularly if you have other cardiac risk factors. And, ask our compounding pharmacist about the value of transdermal NSAIDs for relief of pain and inflammation.
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Sixth annual ‘Miracle’ basketball games held at Suniland Park BY CONNOR CUNNINGHAM
Six years ago, Palmetto High School students began one of the only annual local charity events run by teens, and made it a Pinecrest tradition. The Miracle Games, a three-onthree basketball tournament, raised thousands of dollars to benefit the Transplant Foundation, affiliated with the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine, and attracted middle and high school players from across South Dade. Last year when three of those students left for college, the event was destined to end. Jonathan Roth, an eighth grader at Palmetto Middle School and a member of the school’s basketball team, wanted to save it. “It was relevant in my life,” he said, noting that a family member has liver disease and may one day need a transplant. He asked his friends and teammates, Matthew Hellinger and Jayden Hardaway, to help, along with their parents and friends. On a Saturday in late April, the event began a new chapter. The sixth annual Miracle Games were held in Suniland Park and raised more than $2,000 for the foundation. About 150 people attended the games, including 16 teams participated. According to the Transplant Foundation, today more than 100,000 people are await-
ing transplants. An average of 18 people dies every day because organs are not available for transplant. Another name is added to the national waiting list every 12 minutes. Money raised supports funding, research and services for transplant patients and their families. Members of the winning team were Ari Alcalay, William Blet and Rey Prieto, students at George Washington Carver Middle School. Second-place winners were Christopher Verdecia, Gabriel Martinez and Jacob Faller. Several parents and kids also were winners in a raffle for coveted prizes. Two autographed basketballs and two autographed sneakers were donated by NBA great Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway, a former player for the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks, and Jayden’s father. Chicago Bulls point guard Carlos Boozer also donated two autographed basketballs. Former Miami Heat star Tim Hardaway was on hand to lend support and encouragement to the players. Local sponsors including A Nose for Clothes, Tutti Frutti, Sir Pizza, The Cheese Course, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Roaster N Toasters, Chill N and Sub Shack donated prizes. Sponsors Smoothee King and Pinecrest Health & Fitness provided smoothie samples and bottles of water to the crowd. Players and student volunteers received community service hours for participation. The Miracle Games were founded by former Palmetto High student Jordan Rosen,
Former Miami Heat star and Pinecrest resident Tim Hardaway is flanked (left) by Matthew Hellinger and (right) Jonathan Roth and Jayden Hardaway, co-chairmen of the Miracle Games.
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now a student at Emory. He later was joined by Andrew Salazar, now a student at the University of Pennsylvania; Lee Seifer, a student at the University of Florida; and Tyler Heckaman, who attends Florida State. Roth, Hellinger and Hardaway are looking forward to next year’s Games. “It was fun,” said Hellinger. “I loved seeing people all come out for the same reason – to help people in need.” “We want to thank our parents for helping make this event a success,” Jayden Hardaway said. “We couldn’t have done it without them.” ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Pictured are Jonathan and Amy Roth, Nikki Ward and Jayden Hardaway, Nanci and Matthew Hellinger. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Advice for getting through a divorce BY DEBBIE MARTINEZ
My soon-to-be-ex and I are fighting over what the contents of our house are worth. I’ve come up with my list and he has come up with his, and neither of us is budging. How can we resolve this? Usually settling on contents is not a War of the Roses, but since it has become one, I consulted Monica Fidel, an appraiser, for guidance on this issue. This is what she had to say: “When going though a divorce, many times it is worthwhile and other times necessary to have the marital personal property appraised. An appraisal by a qualified, independent appraiser would satisfy both parties and, when needed, the court because that appraiser is a neutral and not an advocate for either party. The appraiser is able to appraise the entire house or high value items. There is an onsite inspection, photographs and valuation analysis.” So, if a glass of wine, pad and pen can’t settle this dispute, call a professional and move on. Your new life and decorator are waiting! Monica can be reached at 305-776-6481 or <monica@mgfappraisals.com>. My ex-husband become a problem. that he is always women and raising
dating has really I hear from people out with different hell. I try to talk to
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Lincoln Road — two Lincolns diverge in Miami Beach BY CARL RACHELSON
Far from the knockoff Downtown Abbeys located off the banks of Ludlum Road in our beloved Pinecrest lie the maddening crowds on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. All of us, at one time or another feel compelled to make the journey to the beach, and especially if we have visiting relatives in town, inevitably, we exercise an obligation to pop in on the pedestrian mall between and parallel to 16th and 17th Streets. There was a time when Lincoln Road was in its heydey with Bonwit Teller, Saks Fifth Avenue and Burdine’s. Then there was a time when Lincoln Road was in decline, a strip only Scarface could love. Then, it began to rebound in the late ’90s. Now, it’s hard to tell what’s going on there. Dylan’s Candy Bar, H&M and Taschen have outposts. So do GNC, Bikini Village and Payless. Draw your own conclusions. There is, I suppose, looking at the bright side, something for everyone there. Old timers still ride their cruisers with parrots or Speedos on. Locals roller skate by. Folks that resemble the cruise boat crowd that frequents Bayside are in evidence. You hear Spanish, Portuguese, French, Russian, Chinese, and Hebrew routinely. Tomato-faced English loiter on Lincoln, walking like Frankensteins to keep the sunburn from chafing too painfully. Shirts unbuttoned to the navel broadcast hairy chests and gold rope chains as if Donna Summer and the Bee Gees are still in concert. The Rolex still lives on Lincoln Road. Last, but not least, every failed plastic surgery victim seems to teeter-totter by sooner or later, everything stretched and protruding. Forgive me, but it is not as uplifting for us as it is for you. New World Symphony has relocated to new digs. Ghirardelli is gone. So is almost all the sophistication which Carl Fisher envisioned when he created Lincoln Road as Miami Beach’s version of Beverly Hills’
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Rodeo Drive. In its place is a gallimaufry of people, places and things; a hodgepodge, a confused mess. Don’t get me completely wrong, it’s still enjoyable at times, especially if you hail from Wilmington, North Carolina, Huntsville, Alabama, Youngstown,
Ohio or Topeka, Kansas. Around the perimeter of Lincoln Road, you see these folks in hundreds of red rented Mustang convertibles circling the area, radios blaring, teenagers occasionally standing and screaming. Forgive them, they know
not what they do. It’s worse when they are walking, but better when they sit in the bad restaurants seducing them nearer Washington Avenue. There is some quality remaining on the eastern reaches of Lincoln, but not much. Paul Bakery, straight out of Paris, still has a good product. Rosinella received praise, most ending a decade ago. Nearly all are despised by any local clientele. On the western or Alton Road side of Lincoln Road, there is hope. The designer parking garage is a marvel; Juvia drains only the best of credit cards from its gorgeous penthouse. Check out the website, and I guarantee it will give Gone In 60 Seconds new meaning thanks to an insufferable soundtrack. Alchemist on floor five in the garage will stop you in your tracks, but you will need the fattest stacks to buy anything there. Picasso prices! The Nespresso store below is like Crayola for adults. Nearby Banana Republic is housed in a gorgeous old bank. Base USA succeeds. Books & Books always dignifies itself. The Frieze, a few steps off Lincoln on Michigan is sublime. Juicy Couture, Victoria’s Secret, Mac and Kiehl’s trump the cosmetic appeal more than those of Perfumania and CVS, both closer to Washington and Collins. At its worst near Collins, Lincoln Road is the new Ocean Drive. All said, the further west you go, Lincoln Road becomes the road less traveled, and if you stay at that end, it will make all the difference. Carl Rachelson is a teacher at Palmer Trinity School and a regular contributor to the Pinecrest Tribune. He may be contacted by addressing email to <crachelson@palmertrinity.org>.
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Enter the ‘No Failure Zone’ BY PAT MORGAN
“There is more to you than you know. If you can be made to see that, perhaps for the rest of your life you will be unwilling to settle for less.” I came across these words by Kurt Hahn, the founder of Outward Bound, an adventure program that stretches the limits of your trust, risk-taking and self-confidence through outdoor activities such as whitewater rafting, rappelling and other adventures. Through his programs, people experienced that something inside that allowed them to be, do and have more than they had known was possible for them. Typically, we play it safe, don’t we? We operate in the realm of the known where we can calculate outcomes and work within our routine, limiting ourselves and diminishing our dreams. As I read Kurt’s words, I remembered a networking luncheon I had recently attended where a thought-provoking question was posed to the audience; it was: “What would you attempt to do if you knew you would not fail?” That question sent my mind reeling. I felt excited, energized, renewed and ready to go for my goals with a revived gusto. I sensed a reconnection with hope and possibility that had been dulled in my fear and procrastination about getting started. What would you attempt to do if you knew you would not fail? Would you ask for that raise you know you deserve? Go for a promotion? Make a career change? Start your own business? Go to college or finish your degree? Double — or triple — your income? Buy a new home? Try sky diving or scuba? Start a diet or exercise plan? Make your happiness a priority? Imagine a No-Failure Zone, where every-
thing you do is just a step along the path and a part of the journey; a place where, no matter how hard you try to criticize or make yourself wrong, you succeed anyway, and where everything that happens is simply a part of your success. Reframing your perception, you could move into this zone where you think differently and focus on possibility instead of limitation. It takes courage to step out of the familiar and be willing to try something new. Fear keeps most people from ever getting started. Not seeing “how” holds most people back from taking the first step. What would you attempt to do if you knew you would not fail? Why not get started now and see what is possible for you. • Catch the vision — Dream about what you want to see in your life. • Get focused — Think about what you want and focus on the steps that will take you to the dream you desire. • Commit to take action — Go for it! Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” She understood the power of getting into action, of creating momentum to propel you forward as you step out in faith. Contact me to schedule your private Discovery session and make 2013 your year of being in the No Failure Zone! Pat Morgan, MBA and professional coach, works with busy professionals to help them become more profitable and productive by capitalizing on their strengths and taking focused action to create powerful change. Call her at 305-458-2849, email <coachpatmorgan@gmail.com> or visit her website at <www.SmoothSailingSuccess.com>.
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Planning and designing your medical office BY WAYNE E. STRINGER President, Broker of Stringer Realty Services, Inc.
An important component of a successful medical practice is the right medical office. Location, size, efficiency and comfort are essential to your business’ success. As in all things, the details will dictate the outcome. So, it’s important to properly plan the layout of your new medical office. A medical office differs from a traditional office. It functions more like a reception area at a luxury hotel. It is the hub that provides direction, information, billing, payment and appointment scheduling. This hub should efficiently and comfortably handle the large number of people who come and go. It is essential that it make a good first impression with your patients. It is also essential that the staff can continue to efficiently perform accounting, filing and secretarial operations as well. A medical office also functions as a warehouse for a wide assortment of supplies ranging from tongue depressors and medications, to patient files, all of which need to be readily available, carefully handled and properly stored. Taking into consideration the need for sufficient space, accessibility, efficient work space for staff and patient’s comfort will contribute to the success of your operation. With this in mind, here’s how to plan your perfect medical space: • Make your waiting room comfortable and inviting. Not only is this the first impression for new patients, it also impacts the mindset of the existing patient. Make the experience positive. Unfortunately, most patients do not look forward to doctor visits. It is best to avoid cold and cavernous waiting rooms. Small waiting rooms are more efficient and comfortable. The space should be well lit and décor should be warm, colorful and interesting. Thoughtful appointments such as drinking water, current reading materials and a television will go a long way to making patients more relaxed about their visit and unexpected long waits easier to tolerate. • Make your reception/administration area large enough for multi-tasking. This area of the office is generally the most diverse in its functions. It should be sized to accommodate patient reception, payment billing and/or receipt, accounting, patient files and appointment scheduling. Also, it is best to be prepared for future success. As your patient base increases, you will need more space. • Look for ways to minimize foot traffic. This will also minimize noise and other distractions. A preliminary exam station can be very effective in reducing hallway traffic.
Locate it somewhere just beyond the waiting area. Here, staff can perform basic tasks such as taking temperatures and vital signs before escorting patients to an exam room. If the space is going to have internal restrooms, place these up front and close to the preliminary exam room. This will allow patients who require lab work only to be cared for without having to walk through exam space and other rooms of activity. • Lay out examination rooms efficiently. Staff members are a great source for suggestions on ways in which to improve these areas. Minimally, exam rooms should incorporate uniformity, storage space and display of supplies. They should have writing surfaces for physicians and privacy for patients. If your space will have a view, consider placing these where patients can enjoy it. This can have a calming effect while they wait. • Keep it warm and comfortable throughout the office. The purpose of your office is to provide medical care to your patients. The office environment as a whole may play a role in patients’ healing and in their attitude toward physicians and staff. Therefore, your selection of office furnishings, wall decorations, lighting and color palate is integral to the patient’s overall experience and perceptions of well-being. Consider these details and seek the advice of an interior designer if necessary. • Use a space planning tool. There is a variety of diagramming software available on the market that will help you design your space. However, if you are considering a specific building, it probably has an architect that uses CADD (computer aided design and drafting software) to create tenant space plans. The architect utilizing CADD can create, modify, analyze and optimize a design that fits your specific needs. As the leasing representative of several medical office buildings, Stringer Realty Services provides this service free to prospective tenants in order to determine how much space is needed and where it would best fit within a specific building. This can be an invaluable amenity. If your medical office is properly designed and efficiently sized, it will increase patient and staff comfort, reduce staff fatigue, meet your patients’ healthcare needs, demonstrate your professionalism and ultimately save you money. Wayne E. Stringer is a commercial real estate broker with 24 years of experience in the industry. He specializes in medical office building brokerage, management, leasing and tenant representation. Contact him at 305-256-1261, 305-772-2801.
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Palmetto Bay marks Earth Week with celebrations HAL FELDMAN Each year Palmetto Bay seems to up its Earth Week celebrations a little more. This year was filled with kid and family-friendly activities throughout the Village. It all started on Sunday morning with the joint Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay Bike Ride and Rodeo. Around 100 bikes rolled from Lake-by-the-Bay to Ludovici Park to underscore how healthy and earth-friendly biking can be. At the park, Village police gave away bike helmets and provided bike safety tips. There was also a 45-minute nature walk through the Palmetto Bay Business Center grounds. Throughout the week, the Village sponsored a poster creation contest among fifth graders. The kids submitted their works of art matching the theme of The Face of Climate Change. Judged by the Village tree board, the grand prize winner was Alex Bae of Westminster Christian School; second place went to Gitanjali Deen of Howard Drive Elementary School and third place honors went to Viviana Tinoco from Perrine Elementary School. The Village Council also made trips to all the Village schools Monday through Wednesday to hand out 75,000 ladybugs to students who then released them. Mayor Shelley Stanczyk reminded us all, “Ladybugs are nature’s pesticide. They take care of eating the pesky aphids so we don’t have to use chemical sprays.” Friday night’s showing of The Lorax at Coral Reef Park was a rousing success. Around 350 people showed for the movie and the final ladybug release. Before the
ABOVE: Residents enjoy ‘The Lorax’ on Earth Week Movie Night. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
movie, the Mayor, councilman Patrick Fiore and councilwoman Joan Lindsay asked the kids to join them in the Meditation Garden to spread the final batch of ladybugs in the park. As dusk set in, everyone settled back into their lawn chairs and blankets to see The Lorax play on the inflatable big screen, while enjoying picnic dinners, popcorn and their favorite drinks. It was a real family affair. As the capper to Palmetto Bay’s Earth Week celebrations, the Village organized a tree giveaway. As in years past, Ludovici Park served as the location where residents could select one of around 250 trees made available free by area nurseries and tree farms. Camera-shy Sky and brother Colt Yeary brought their parents, Amy and Doak, to find the perfect tree. It was the first time the family participated and they were thrilled at the notion of adding another tree to their property. CHARLES DEERING BOOK SIGNING Many would expect a book signing at the Deering Estate to be stuffy event, especially a book about Charles Deering’s relationship with an artist. They would be wrong. On a near perfect evening, the Deering Estate Foundation saw about 100 people turn out to meet the author of Charles Deering and
Ramon Casas: A Friendship in Art, Isabel Coll Mirabent. The author is a charming woman who has some interesting genealogy, including a relationship with the Bacardi family. A tenured professor at the University of Barcelona, she knew just how to introduce her book and make the evening light and fun. Also on hand were Todd and Blair Maus of Deering Wines. Blair is the great great granddaughter of Charles Deering and together they poured their Sonoma vintages for tasting. The wines were wonderful, especially since they were enjoyed on the historic Deering Estate. “We named the vineyard Deering to honor the agricultural heritage of the family,” explained Maus. HAL’S HOMEOWNER HELP Make no mistake about it, if you or someone you know is thinking of selling, now is the time! The first half of 2013 shifted from a buyer’s market to a seller’s market in a flash. Properties are once again getting offers on their first day and prices are rising. Get in touch with me to list your home for you and educate you on the latest market trends.
Amongst others, Andrew Feldman watches ‘The Lorax’.
Hal Feldman (MiamiHal) is a Realtor with RE/MAX Advance Realty. Contact him with your story ideas or real estate questions at < w w w. M i a m i H a l . c o m > , <Hal@MiamiHal.com> or <www.facebook.com/MiamiHal>.
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Bet Shira Preschool celebrates 20 years with ‘Roaring’ event BY LEE STEPHENS
Bet Shira Early Childhood Center recently celebrated 20 years of creating with children with a Roaring 20s-themed Kids Art Auction. This annual fundraiser featured individual and class art created by the school’s children ranging from 18 months to six years old. Under the artistic guidance of local artist Deborah Blank, the students worked together to create ceramic and mixed media pieces and Judaic art that was sold at the evening’s live auction. Also featured were more than 800 professional portraits of the school and children. Donated by Marta Villalba
Photography for the past seven years, these stunning photographs have become a centerpiece of the event. “One of the highlights of the year is to see how she captures the beauty of every child,” said ECC director Dr. Judi Gampel. This year’s event was attended by More than 200 patrons in support of the school and it’s programs. This year’s 20th Anniversary Kids Art Auction was chaired by PTA members Amy Jellson, Staci Kaplan and Jenny Kandell. Bet Shira Early Childhood Center, at 7500 SW 120 St., is a private preschool and kindergarten. For more information, call 305-238-2606.
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Luxury Audi A8 adds new models and engines for 2013
Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR
LET’S TALK CARS The A8 continues as the flagship vehicle in 2013 for the Audi model lineup. It retains luxury and technological amenities from last year and adds several significant changes, including new engines (the first ever V-6 gasoline and TDI variants), innovative efficiency technologies, top and corner view cameras, LED headlights with high beam assistant, and luxurious paint finishes. For the 2013, the A8 model line expands from two to five models. Gone is the old 4.2 liter V-8 engine, replaced by a new 3.0T supercharged V-6 (18/28 mpg) and equally new 4.0T twin-turbo V-8 engines (17/28 mpg) that are faster and have excellent driving characteristics. The V-6 produces 333 hp and 325 pounds-feet of torque and clocks 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds. The all-new 4.0-liter TSFI biturbo V-8 produces 420 hp and 444 pounds-feet of torque and races from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7
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response and transmission settings, as well as configure vehicle driving characteristics to their liking with a choice of Comfort, Auto, Dynamic or Individual settings. The 500 horsepower W12, powered by the 6.0 liter W12 engine, represents the top of the A8 model line with an available Executive Rear Seat package that makes traveling by car seem like the finest business class air travel complete with reclining seat, footrest and heated and cooled — as well as massage — seat functions. Two
rear LCD screens that operate independently are available for rear seat passengers to use with Bluetooth headphones to enjoy watching DVDs or listening to music. Base pricing on the 2013 Audi A8 ranges from $72,200 to $134,500. Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.
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