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The 17th Annual Doheny Blues Festival in Photos EYE ON DP/PAGE 6 VOLUME 7, ISSUE 21

Recalling Their Voices, Respecting Their Stories Traveling memorial provides visitors, veterans a chance to pay tribute to nation’s fallen E Y E O N D P/ PAG E 9

The names of the more than 58,000 servicemen and women who lost their lives in the Vietnam war are displayed on a traveling memorial wall that visited Dana Point’s Sea Terrace Park last weekend. Photo: Madison May

Federal Bill Could Fund Needed Beach Replenishment Project EYE ON DP/PAGE 3

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that the local economy is experiencing a moderate recovery, trending more favorable when compared to state and national economies,” a staff report said.

WHAT’S NEXT: A one-hour public budget preview will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, followed by public budget hearings at 9:30 a.m. at the Hall of Administration Board Hearing Room, 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana. The hearing will continue at 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday, June 11.—JS

Five things Dana Point should know this week State of South County: Education, Mobility, Drugs THE LATEST: At a gathering of south Orange County business and government leaders Friday, May 16 speakers noted the region’s progress, but highlighted challenges in transportation, drug abuse, education, jail overcrowding and finances that remain prevalent.

Speaking before a crowd of nearly 250 people at the State of South County luncheon in Dana Point, Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens said public safety is at the forefront of discussion.

“We are working together to solve the issues related to criminal justice,” Hutchens said of county, state and federal collaborations. “One of the reasons we have such a great county and we are safe here is because of all of you being involved.”

Hutchens said sheriff’s department task forces, programs to help released inmates avoid recidivism and an $80 million state grant to fund an expansion of the county’s James A. Musick jail in Irvine, will help to keep residents safe. She also highlighted an in-home trend that parents needed to be aware of.

“Is your teen at risk,” she asked the audience about prescription drug abuse.

Hutchens said Orange County kids are not immune to national trends and that there has been a rise in prescription drug and heroin use among area youth.

WHAT’S NEXT: In 2010, Hutchens launched the county’s Drug Liaison Officer program, which aims to reach out into the community to answer drug related questions. Sheriff’s deputies also serve as school resource officers at area high schools to help educate parents, students and faculty on risks.—AP

Beach Replenishment Bill Moves through Congress THE LATEST: A federal bill to provide critical flood protection, ecosystem restoration and commerce port maintenance could benefit California in more ways than one, specifically San Clemente’s shoreline.

The Water Resources Reform & Development Act of 2014 moved through the House of Representatives Tuesday after a bipartisan conference committee recomDana Point Times May 23-29, 2014

Dana Point Man Charged in Loan Modification Scheme

Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens speaks before a crowd Friday, May 16 about the overcrowding of county jails and the prevalence of drug abuse among teens. Photo: Mark Montgomery

mended its passage.

The bill, which includes $1 billion to strengthen National Basin levees near Sacramento and $734 million for flood control measures in the Sutter River and San Joaquin River basins, could fund an initial beach replenishment project in south Orange County.

The initial project would add about 50 feet of beach from Linda Lane, past the San Clemente Pier, to south of T-Street Beach. Costs are estimated at $11 million, with $7 million coming from the federal government.

The project was reviewed and recommended by the Army Corps of Engineers, making it eligible for federal funds.

Under the bill, this city is eligible for $51 million in federal funding for the project. State and local officials must match the funds to pay for the project’s $99 million cost, over 50 years.

WHAT’S NEXT: The bill could go to the Senate within the next two weeks, said Tom Bonigut, San Clemente’s assistant city engineer. The city has discussed, on a preliminary basis, ways to fund its $4 million obligation, as well as how to fund it on an ongoing basis if the project continues.—Jim Shilander

St. Regis Sold to Denver-based Firm THE LATEST: The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort has been sold to a Denverbased private equity firm. New owner

KSL Capital Partners LLC announced the transaction in which it acquired the highprofile, 400-room luxury hotel through a press release Wednesday.

The seller was an affiliate of Seattlebased Washington Holdings LLC that had ownership of the property since 2010 after Citigroup foreclosed on the hotel in 2009.

The St. Regis resort sits on 169 acres with six ocean view restaurants, three pools, a spa and the Monarch Beach Golf Links course.

“Despite all that the resort has to offer, we are planning to bring it to an even higher level,” Bernard Siegel, principal for KSL wrote in the release.

WHAT’S NEXT: The resort will remain under the management of Starwood Hotel & Resorts Worldwide Inc., which owns the St. Regis brand. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.—AP

County Introduces Balanced Fiscal Budget THE LATEST: The Orange County Board of Supervisors will vote on a proposal for a slightly larger budget for its coming fiscal year.

That county’s general fund budget includes a 3 percent increase to $3 billion and includes 91 new staff positions from last year’s budget. The budget also includes approximately 2.5 percent job growth and a 5.5 percent increase in personal income in the coming year.

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THE LATEST: An indictment was unsealed this week in the largest loan modification scheme ever prosecuted in the nation, according to an Orange County District Attorney’s Office press release.

The indictment is against seven defendants, including one man from Dana Point, for defrauding more than $13.5 million from over 3,500 victims, the release said.

Joel Valdellon, 31, of Dana Point, is charged with six felony counts, including: one count of conspiracy to commit a crime, one count of conspiracy to defraud another of property, three counts of grand theft and one count of theft from an elder.

According to the DA’s Office, Valdellon, along with two other Orange County men, were hired to manage the sales teams of Prudential Law and Remedy Center Law, which advertised loan modification services. Valdellon and the managers are accused of training sales staffers on what to say to potential customers.

The seven defendants are accused of misrepresention, saying that they were a law firm and that customers would be represented by attorneys. Additionally, defendants are accused of illegally charging upfront fees for loan modification services for which they obtained more than $13.5 million, the DA’s Office said.

WHAT’S NEXT: Valdellon faces a sentencing enhancement for alleged aggravated white collar crime over $500,000, property damage over $1.3 million and committing theft exceeding $100,000. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 14 years in state prison.

Valdellon is being held on $5 million bail. He must prove bail money is from a legal and legitimate source before posting bond. He is due in court for a continued arraignment Tuesday June 3.—AP

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DP Sheriff’s Blotter COMPILED BY ANDREA PAPAGIANIS

All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher.

The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD website.

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Tuesday, May 20 DISTURBANCE Ritz Cove Drive, 0 Block (12:55 a.m.) Authorities responded to a report of loud juveniles.

Monday, May 19 TRAFFIC HAZARD Camino del Avion/Niguel Road (8:47 p.m.) Miscellaneous construction materials and boards were causing a traffic hazard. Deputies responded and reported newspapers had blown into the roadway.

DISTURBANCE Crown Valley Parkway/Pacific Coast Highway (6:53 p.m.) A security guard in an unmarked car told officials four juveniles were skateboarding near the Chevron gas station.

DISTURBANCE Island Way/Dana Drive (6:09 p.m.) Deputies responded to a verbal altercation between two men at the Dana Point Harbor. The caller, who was involved in the argument, waited for authorities on a park bench. The other man left the scene in a silver Crown Victoria.

VANDALISM REPORT Street of the Blue Lantern, 33800 Block (5:28 p.m.) The caller returned home from out of town to find

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SAN CLEMENTE San Clemente must return more than $10 million collected from new developments since 1989 to provide additional beach parking spaces, Orange County Superior Court Judge Thierry Colaw ruled Friday.

Colaw, who ruled against the city in January, formally signed the order of judgment last week. The ruling requires the city to return Beach Parking Impact funds as of Aug. 15, 2012 in addition to interest on that amount.

The city also has 90 days to compile a list of addresses that paid into the fund, along with the date of and amount of those payments. City staff must compile the list. The Dana Point Times May 23-29, 2014

their tree had been cut down by a neighbor. The tree was reportedly exclusive to the caller’s property.

leave and demanded authorities respond to order restaurant staff to let him use the restroom. He left before authorities arrived.

INVESTIGATE PERSON DOWN Mariner Drive, 23700 Block (4:31 p.m.) Orange County Fire Authority officials responded to a man who was passed out in a communal laundry room. Before sheriff’s officials handed over the call, the man was reportedly conscious and breathing.

ABANDONED VEHICLE Calle Portola/Calle Juanita (2:25 p.m.) A green and white motorhome with expired tags was parked in a posted no parking zone for more than 72 hours. Authorities contacted a towing company.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE La Plaza, 24600 Block (11:01 a.m.)

A maintenance worker found a bag with a laptop and a substance believed to be heroin inside.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (10:56 a.m.) Two men and one woman, who appeared to be homeless, were hanging out in front of Del Taco. The caller said “they are always causing problems.”

The group left voluntarily as deputies arrived. Authorities informed the manager no violation of law was given during the call and that officials needed more information to “effectively” deal with the issues being reported.

MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATIONS Via Canon/Via Fortuna (9:23 a.m.) A patrol check was requested for two pit bulls roaming the caller’s neighborhood. Animal control did not respond.

Sunday, May 18 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Pacific Coast Highway, 34200 Block (10:35 p.m.) A man, believed to be homeless, was reportedly sleeping in the Del Taco restaurant. The man refused to

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Tiburon, 24000 Block (7:50 p.m.) Officials received word that a 1-year-old baby had a seizure and was not breathing. Orange County Fire Authority personnel responded. The dispatcher stayed on the line with the caller. The baby reportedly took a breath and the dispatcher could hear the baby crying.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Calle La Primavera/Mazo Drive, (6:43 p.m.) A man wearing a straw hat was going around to nearby cars with his keys in hand. The caller wasn’t sure if the man had lost his car or if he was trying to take one.

ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Manzanita Drive/ Calle La Primavera (3:52 p.m.) Animal control was advised of a dog locked inside a black Toyota 4Runner near Sea View Park.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Dana Strand Road, 34300 Block (3:24 p.m.) A man wearing a red and white striped shirt was walking around Strand Beach Park and videotaping females on the nearby beach.

Saturday, May 17 WELFARE CHECK Pacific Coast Highway, 34100 Block (11:24 p.m.) Drive-thru attendants reported a man passed out in his vehicle in the Taco Bell driveway.

CITIZEN ASSIST Dana Point Harbor Drive, 24200 Block (10:45 p.m.) A limo-bus driver accidentally locked himself inside the bus’ storage area. He could not say where he was parked other than it was somewhere on Dana Point Harbor Drive near an RV. The driver was locked inside a black bus with no writing on it.

repayment to residents will be calculated based on the year and amount of payment, plus interest earned.

However, the city will not be required to return funds used for the purchase of the El Camino Real lot between Ichibiri Japanese Restaurant and Kaylani Coffee.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO Stephanie Frisch, the chair of the Chamber of Commerce’s executive board, has announced she will be running for San Juan Capistrano City Council in the November election.

Frisch, an insurance agent and owner of Insurance 101, is the fourth candidate to publicly declare and the second nonincumbent.

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Siegel announced her candidacy, along with incumbents Larry Kramer and John Taylor. Councilman Derek Reeve has Stephanie Frisch. Photo: Brian Park yet to decide if he will run for reelection.

Frisch, an 11-year resident of San Juan, has been on the chamber’s board for six years—including four on the board and two as chair—and will be terming out this year.

She said the time was right to run for council and that her business experience and community involvement would help her make appropriate decisions for the city’s future.

Community Meetings SATURDAY, MAY 24

Farmers Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Seasonal produce and flowers are available every Saturday at La Plaza Park. Call 949.573.5033 for information on renting a booth, or visit www.danapoint.org.

MONDAY, MAY 26

Memorial Day—City offices closed.

Memorial Day Ceremony 10 a.m.–noon.

The city of Dana Point and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 host their annual memorial services at Pines Park, honoring all military personnel who have given their lives. Pines Park is located at 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano Beach.

Planning Commission Meeting—Canceled in observance of Memorial Day. TUESDAY, MAY 27

Ocean Water Quality Subcommittee Meeting—Canceled.

Dana Harbor Toastmasters 7 p.m.–

8:30 p.m. Practice becoming a more confident communicator every Tuesday.

For more info, email 1707@toastmastersclubs.org or contact Marshall at 949.441.6179. Dana Point Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point. www.1707.toastmastersclubs.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 31

Community Recycling Event 9 a.m.– 11 a.m. Residents can drop off plastic bottles and aluminum cans at Dana Hills High School, 33333 Golden Lantern, in the rear parking lot near the pool and tennis courts. Event will be held rain or shine. No glass. Funds collected are distributed to student programs.

Farmers Market 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Seasonal produce, flowers and local-handcrafted goods are featured at this weekly market at La Plaza Park. Call 949.248.3500 or go to www.danapoint.org to find out about purchasing a booth.

TUESDAY, JUNE 3

Statewide Primary Election 7 a.m.–

8 p.m. Polls are open from 7 a.m. through 8 p.m. Visit the Orange County Registrar of Voters website at www. ocvote.com for candidate information, to find your polling place and more.

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The 17th Annual Doheny Blues Festival in Photos STORY AND PHOTOS BY ANDREA PAPAGIANIS, DANA POINT TIMES

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lues legend Buddy Guy slipped from the stage but his crisp guitar riff echoed across the lawn.

The crowd remained fixated on the stage, cheering and continuing to sway to the tune coming from the six-time Grammy award winning artist’s strings.

Then, he reemerged. Dressed in a black shirt with white polka dots and playing a yellow guitar, the 77-yearold Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee was one with the crowd. Doheny Blues Festivalgoers rushed to be at his side. Phones and cameras raised high above the crowd, they snapped their memories as Buddy Guy flashed a coy smile—the festival had commenced.

Dozens took to the festival’s three stages this weekend, playing the blues amid large crowds spread across the Doheny State Beach park grounds. In its 17th installment, the Doheny Blues Festival saw the likes of Guy, The Doobie Brothers, Gregg Allmann, Gov’t Mule, Vintage Trouble, James Cotton and Keb’ Mo’ take the main stage.

And while the big names were playing to big numbers, up-and-comers and long-timers played to intimate and enthusiastic crowds on the festival’s Backporch stage.

Saturday saw the rockabilly band the Americans, vocal powerhouse Nikki Hill and the raw roots-blues band The 44s hit the stage. Late Saturday, as Gregg Allmann played the main stand, Fullerton-born electric and blues guitarist David “Kid” Ramos kept the stage small but the sound big with Los Angeles’ own The 44s.

On Sunday, performances from the Los Angeles-based acoustic blues guitarist Keb’ Mo’ and legendary blues voice James Cotton were accompanied by the electric pelvic-pushin’ tunes of Vintage Trouble and the heartland rock sounds of The Doobie Brothers. DP Clockwise from the top: Los Angeles-native and three-time Grammy winner Keb’ Mo’ performs Sunday at Doheny Blues. This is the fourth time Keb’ Mo’ has graced the Doheny stage, making appearances in 1999, 2001 and 2009. Two-year-old Frankie Spencer, from Redlands, dances to the tunes of JW-Jones Saturday while sporting a shirt that reads “West Coast Best Coast.” According to Frankie’s mom, “He just loves music.” Thousands descended on Doheny State Beach Saturday and Sunday with chairs in hand for the 17th annual Doheny Blues Festival where soul met the surf. Los Angeles native James Intveld, a multi-instrumentalist who has played with the likes of Dwight Yoakum and John Fogerty, plays at Doheny Blues Sunday. Buddy Guy, the native Louisianan who will forever be associated with Chicago blues, flashes a smile Saturday at the Doheny Blues Festival.

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Wildfire Lessons to be Learned Combat Fire did not seriously threaten Orange County but local precautions can still be taken

BY JIM SHILANDER, DANA POINT TIMES

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hen black smoke billowed above San Clemente Friday morning, many feared the fires raging throughout San Diego County and southern Camp Pendleton had suddenly come much closer to home.

As it turned out, those fears, if not well founded, were not as dire as they might have been, thanks in part to the firefighters from the base, CalFire, Orange County Fire Authority and other agencies who fought the recently rechristened Combat Fire.

The fire was reported at 11:24 a.m.

Friday. It was the third confirmed ongoing fire at the base at the time.

An evacuation order was issued for all personnel in the base’s 62 Area, or Camp San Mateo, home of the 5th Marine Corps Regiment, along with some on base residences and the School of Infantry.

Evacuation orders were lifted Saturday.

The American Red Cross opened a shelter for evacuees at San Clemente High School Friday, which by Saturday was closed. The blaze is now 99 percent contained.

The two other fires on base scorched more than 21,900 acres. The Tomahawk Fire, which started Wednesday morning near the Naval Weapons Station Fallbrook, on the base’s eastern border, burned an

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Historical Society Honors Citizen, Celebrates City Each year, the Dana Point Historical Society celebrates Founders Day. This year, during Dana Point’s 25th year of cityhood, the society is honoring one of their own who has seen the city through many seminal moments. Former-mayor Harold Kaufman has been named Founders Day honoree, marking yet another achievement in Kaufman’s long list of accomplishments.

The longtime resident was involved in the Historical Society’s formation and in Dana Point’s incorporation. He was a member of the city’s first Planning Commission and went on to serve as a city councilman and mayor. Kaufman has also been instrumental in the Dana Point Town Center Organization, a grassroots group that pushed the city to stay committed to downtown revitalization promises.

The event will be held Wednesday, May 28 at the Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Ave. It starts at 6:30 p.m.

The event includes an appetizer buffet, cake and coffee. Also included in the Dana Point Times May 23-29, 2014

estimated 5,400 acres and is now fully contained. The Pulgas Fire, located east of Interstate 5 near the Las Pulgas Gate, spread to 15,000 acres and was 99 percent contained as of press time.

In the fire’s first hours, the Marine Corps referred to the incident as the “Talega Fire,” named for a canyon on base—leaving many residents of the San Clemente development that shares the name worried.

Andrea Ewell was home at the time.

A member of the Talega Homeowner’s Association board, she received several calls from concerned residents who were away. One of Ewell’s biggest concerns came from the rising black smoke above southern San Clemente.

“It looked ominous,” Ewell said. “The worst part was not knowing how close the actual flames were.”

Mayor Tim Brown was emceeing the city’s volunteer recognition lunch when he began receiving texts from concerned residents. Brown left the luncheon and drove to a nearby home. The resident granted the mayor access to a back porch.

As he received updates, Brown shared them via social media.

“There was concern, but we were never really in danger,” Brown said.

In contrast to the Tomahawk and Las Pul-

festivities will be a celebration of the city’s anniversary and a display marking Dana Point’s history.

Learn more about Dana Point’s part at the Historical Society’s museum, located at 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 104. Starting June 1, the museum will be open Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments can also be made.

Find out more online by visiting, www.danapointhistorical.org.

Plein Air Art Competition Deadline Approaches Translated from French, “plein air” literally means “in the open air.”

Next month, participants in the 13th annual Paint San Clemente competition will be doing just that, painting the city from an open air perch. And it’s not too late to take part in the yearly contest that brings artists and the community together.

Those interested in participating can register at www.paintsanclemente.com until Sunday, June 1.

Between Saturday, June 14 and 21, artists will take to San Clemente’s streets to paint. The contest brings the “Spanish Village by the Sea” to life and introduces the public to local artists. Community

Above: Helicopters capture water near San Clemente to battle Camp Pendleton’s Combat Fire. Photo: Megan Bianco Left: A plan drops fire retardant onto unburned land Friday as a fire raged on northern Camp Pendleton. Photo: Andrea Swayne

gas fires, which burned much larger areas for longer, the Combat Fire was driven largely by heat and topography and not by wind, said Mitch Kahn, an OCFA fire captain.

“The wind was in our favor,” Kahn said.

“When it went into the canyon it started to run out of fuel.”

Had the fire taken place in the fall, Kahn said, the story could have been much dif-

members are invited to see artists’ progress each day throughout the competition.

The contest’s winner will be announced during a gala on June 21 and $13,000 will be awarded to winners in various categories—including plein air and quick draw contests. Full information packets will be sent to participants following receipt of entry forms and registration fees.

Only artwork completed during the week of the actual event will judged. No studio work will be accepted. Contact Pam Hill at the San Clemente Artists Association for more at 949.369.0260.

Coastmaster Qualifies for World Contest Rising above more than 200 participants, Daniel Midson-Short won the hearts of the audience and judges.

It was the district level speech contest for Toastmasters International, a worldwide club that takes a learn-by-doing approach to public speaking, allowing participants to fine tune skills in a friendly environment.

Midson-Short, president of the Coastmasters club in Dana Point, topped the division competition with representatives from Orange and Los Angeles counties. The win was secured by his speech

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ferent, when Santa Ana winds might swell and provide more gas.

Kahn said homeowners in Orange County can learn lessons from the fires in San Diego.

Firefighters spoke with there said a number of destroyed homes were lost due in part to “ladder fuels,” or trees and other landscaping nearby that burned. Homeowners should consider different plantings that could provide a natural firebreak, he said. He also encouraged residents to develop evacuation plans.

“Just have an idea for what you want to take,” Kahn said. DP

entitled “Pay Attention,” which was about focusing on making connections with others and living life in the moment.

Through his personal account, merging humor and emotion, Midson-Short advanced to the semifinal rounds of the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking. The title speech contest will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from Aug. 20-23. He will join 96 other district-level winners, who have gone through a lengthy elimination process through club, area, division and district speech competitions.

The international speech contest is the world’s largest, involving more than 30,000 people from 122 countries. Participants give five to seven minute speeches and are judged on content, delivery and language.

One champion will be crowned on Aug. 23.

In Dana Point, there are two local branches of Toastmasters International.

Coastmasters meet each Thursday at 7 a.m. at the OC Sailing & Events Center, located at 34451 Ensenada Place. Toastmasters meet Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Dana Point Library, 33841 Niguel Road.

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Recalling Their Voices, Respecting Their Stories Traveling memorial walls provide visitors, veterans a chance to pay tribute to the nation’s fallen

BY ANDREA PAPAGIANIS, DANA POINT TIMES

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fc. Jim Brunotte awakened one October day in 1968. He was at the 24th Evacuation Hospital in South Vietnam and entering his fifth week in the county. Lt. Colleen O’Keef, an Army nurse, was at his side.

“Jim, you were in an explosion but you’ll be OK,” she said. Groggy and disoriented the young soldier replied, “Why can’t I talk right? Why can’t I see out of my right eye?” As Brunotte recalls, hundreds of questions rushed through his mind—what explosion was she talking about?

Brunotte came to Vietnam on Aug. 28, 1968, assigned to the 720th Military Police, Company B. He was stationed at an outpost near the village of An Xuan.

On Oct. 1, Brunotte and his friend from MP school, Pfc. Robert Alicea, were returning from a supply run. The pair had traveled to the town of Long Hung, south of Ho Chi Minh City. At 5:55 p.m., their jeep drove over a land mine. Pfc. Alicea was killed. Brunotte was seriously injured.

Lying in the hospital, Brunotte learned of his injuries. He had lost his right eye.

His nose was broken and jaw shattered, wired shut. Brunotte was breathing from a tracheotomy. The soldier had also broken his right arm, severely wounded his left and lost his legs below the knee.

Several days passed before he began asking for his friend. Brunotte didn’t recall the accident. He didn’t remember that Alicea was with him.

Sunday afternoon, as a traveling memorial to the servicemen and women who lost their lives in Vietnam was displayed at Sea Terrace Park, Brunotte shared his story— one of loss, healing and recovery. When the wall comes to the region, he’s sure to be there. The Vista resident has made certain his injuries have not defined him. And through his journey to find peace, he said helping others was his true therapy.

I see that wall, I “don’tWhen see a wall with etched names, I see faces. ”

—Tom McKeown

Retired Col. Tom McKeown shares stories of his men, Sgt. Peter Hedlund and Navy Corpsman Jerry Collier, who perished Feb. 7, 1968. Photo: Andrea Papagianis

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Visitors make a rubbing of names displayed on a traveling Vietnam memorial wall that was on display at Sea Terrace Park last weekend. Photo: Andrea Papagianis

Brunotte volunteered last weekend as walls honoring the nation’s fallen came to Dana Point. Memorials represented each of America’s wars, dating back to the civil war and concluding with the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, whose fallen were represented on golden dog tags.

As of 2012, more than 58,286 names were inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Last week, spread across the park’s lawn was a black wall, an 80 percent scale replica of the national memorial, with the names of those lost in Vietnam. Pfc. Robert Alicea’s name was on panel 42W, row 52.

“When I see that wall, I don’t see a wall with etched names, I see faces,” retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Tom McKeown told a crowd gathered for a remembrance ceremony Sunday afternoon. “If I listen hard enough, I hear stories of the extraordinary things that those people did.”

ORDINARY PEOPLE, EXTRAORDINARY THINGS As others did before him, McKeown shared stories of his service in Vietnam.

From ’67 to ’68, McKeown was a member of a Marine engineering team supporting army and air force units. His comrades called him Skipper.

“Some of my men are on that wall,” McKeown said pointing to the memorial.

“Panel number 37.”

Sgt. Peter Hedlund, known as Swede to his comrades, was an aspiring chef from Minnesota. He could make magic happen by creating meals where A, B and C rations were edible, McKeown recalled.

Marines in the unit were even treated to pies, bread, sweet rolls and birthday cakes at the hand of McKeown, who was up daily at 3 a.m. to make sure his company never went hungry.

“Ordinary American, yes, doing extraordinary things, absolutely,” McKeown said.

Then there was U.S. Navy Corpsman Jerry Collier, aptly dubbed Doc by the troops. Collier was always in the field.

When asked by McKeown why he chose fieldwork, Doc responded, “Skipper, that’s where they get hurt.”

On Jan. 30, 1968, the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong launched one of the largest campaigns of the war—the Tet Offensive.

Overnight, communist forces attacked every major city in south Vietnam, McKeown and his company were with an infantry company outside Hue City.

Food and ammunition supplies began running short. Without an aerial option, a decision was made to send an armed team to retrieve supplies. Swede and Doc volunteered. A mile and a half outside their post, the convoy was attacked. Of the more than 100 men in the group, 20 were killed and 48 were wounded.

“When our rescue force fought their

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Memorials, on display at Sea Terrace Park from May 15 to 18, honor the nation’s fallen from the Civil War to those in Iraq and Afghanistan. Photo: Madison May

way in two hours later, we found Swede and Doc,” McKeown said.

Survivor accounts place Doc in a safe spot when he spotted Hedlund in need.

He had been thrown from his vehicle and was under enemy fire. When backup forces came in, Swede had been shot over 10 times, Doc was lying on top of him.

Bandages were still in his hand.

“Ordinary Americans, doing extraordinary things,” McKeown repeated. “We owe them a responsibility of honor, of respect, and mainly we owe them the responsibility to never, ever forget them.

They were the best we had.”

Catherine Manso contributed to this report. DP www.danapointtimes.com

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JON L. MADDOX, Capistrano Beach

I was taken aback by the recent letter (“Compassion, Not Money, Should Drive Homeless Decision,” DP Times, May 16) from one of our good citizens, regarding the homeless shelter debate.

In that letter, the writer suggested that “…compassion not money should drive the decision.”

First, it is insulting to any homeowner, renter or tax paying citizen to suggest that being fiscally responsible and being compassionate are mutually exclusive.

Safety for the homeless, children and other concerns are valid of course. It is a very fair and appropriate concern that any location for the homeless shelter should consider all factors, up to and including “money.” While this letter writer says she was not at the meeting to speak pro or con, it sure sounds like she is supporting the Kmart site.

I would like to give this letter writer a short lesson in simple economics.

One, everyone should care about property values. Property values make home ownership possible and it is that intrinsic value which will be a part of building net worth and appreciation. It is that appreciation of property values that will determine the ability of home owners to retire and support themselves. If property values drop, which we have experienced with great pain over the last five or six years, many of our citizens may lose their homes.

Two, when home values drop, those very homeowner’s carrying signs today, could be the homeless of tomorrow. In which case, all we have done is exacerbate the homeless problem. Moreover, it is entirely possible, that many of the today’s homeless were former homeowners. It is the homeowners of today and tomorrow that will be the most likely to have the resources to “….donate at least $100 or more.”

Three, a growing economy, appreciating home values and lower jobless numbers, will all be contributing factors of keeping the homeless numbers down and providing the money to make the shelters possible.

It is always interesting to me when some in our community refer to money as a dirty word. But when they recommend or desire something be done, it is that very same “dirty word” they bring up as a solution to the problem.

The bottom line here is this: If you want to help the homeless, the unemployed and the disenfranchised, you better pull hard Dana Point Times May 23-29, 2014

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for those of us that work every day to care about our home values and have money to buy things. Because if we all stop caring about money and home values, we all may be on the streets, that’s for sure. By earning “money,” we keep the economy moving and a healthy economy will enable us help solve the homeless problem.

CITIES MUST TAKE A STAND AGAINST FRACKING JOANNA CLARK, San Juan Capistrano

Recently, the cities of San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente and Dana Point joined with three water districts to tell us what we can do to conserve water. If we are going to survive, we must not only conserve water but drastically reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.

Every president since John F. Kennedy has sounded the global warming alarm, yet our government has done little.

Instead, we have witnessed our capacity to solve public problems diminish.

The power of financial institutions and corporations has eroded the power of our democratic government to govern.

Since 1979, dozens of scientific conferences have explained that global warming and climate change are real and the future of humanity threatened.

To continue our reliance on fossil fuels is not only downright dumb, it is suicidal. Burning fossil fuels puts additional greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, resulting in a warming planet. The proof is overwhelming despite the outcry from the merchants of doubt who are funded by corporate interests.

And now we have to contend with the addition of hydraulic fracturing and the effects it will have on both our climate and our water.

Senate Bill 1132, if passed, will place a moratorium until hydraulic fracturing can be deemed safe. Unfortunately, as Louis

Allstadt, retired executive vice president of Mobil, has pointed out, “Making fracking safe is simply not possible … a fracked well can require between 50 and 100 times the water and chemicals compared to older wells.” Credible sources claim that to be three- to five-million gallons of water per frack and a well can be fracked 18 to 25 times. Add in 1,000 new wells and water consumed equals 54 to 90 billion gallons.

Texas is already turning into a dust bowl with 30 towns on the verge of running out of water. In Northern California, 17 towns are in danger of running out of water in the next 60 to 120 days. Are we next?

In addition to conserving water, every city needs to take a stand against fracking.

RESIDENTS RESPONSIBILE FOR CITY TRANSPARENCY LESTER HILL, Capistrano Beach

Phase one of the Town Center redevelopment plan is almost complete. Next month the city will request funding for phase two for approximately $10 million in additional money. The total project is expected to be more than $20 million.

City staff can be proud of the work they have accomplished. However, before additional funding is provided, there should be a published detailed accounting showing residents the spending by item on phase one and the plans for phase two. These two phases represent huge spending for Dana Point and there deserves to be more disclosure than just a single $10 million total.

Good city government needs to be transparent. It is the responsibility of residents to require it.

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Stepping Out Stair Climbing with a View Photo: Andrea Swayne

Always take the stairs. This is an oft repeated bit of advice when discussing ways to incorporate bits of exercise into everyday life.

Most people hear this and think of it in terms such as: when faced with a choice between and elevator, escalator or stairs; take the stairs.

It makes sense. The human body’s main mode of locomotion is walking. Our bodies are built to do it with ease. Unless an incline, weights, long distance or speed is applied, simply walking—although an excellent way to stay fit—is not considered a “vigorous” form of physical activity. But, add stairs into the picture and it’s a whole new story.

According to an online Harvard Medical School health report, a Canadian research study found that between walking, lifting weights and climbing stairs, stair climbing was the most physically demanding. It is 50 percent more demanding than lifting weights or walking a steep incline and twice as strenuous as walking on a level surface.

The publication also cited a Harvard alumni study that showed, even at a slow pace, climbing stairs burns calories “two to three times faster than walking on the level.”

The study also showed the mortality rate of men who walk an average of eight flights of stairs per day is 33 percent lower than those who are sedentary. For those who walked 1.3 miles per day, the death rate was 22 percent

lower than the sedentary subjects.

Stair climbing machines have become a popular alternative for those who do not live or work in cities and are not faced with daily opportunities to forego a ride in the lift for an echoing stairwell.

Although both options get the job done, so to speak, neither are very fun or inspiring.

With so much natural beauty right in our own back yard, why not try “stepping up” your workout—outdoors in beautiful Dana Point.

The city offers four beautiful stairways, where the rewards for reaching the summits include breathtaking views of the Pacific, the Headlands and Dana Point Harbor.

Mix and match. Climb only to the first landing at first. Work your way up as your fitness level improves. Wherever you choose to take the stairs, the rewards to your wellbeing will benefit both mind and body.

Here is a short tour of four of the best places to climb while taking in awe inspiring views of Dana Point.

HERITAGE PARK The stairway at Heritage Park has 91 steps with a landing halfway up and two flat slightly inclined paths leading in either direction, should you feel like you’re done at that point. In fact, these paths stretch all the way to the top so you can elect to do stairs one way and paths the other.

Once at the top of the first staircase there is a series of three shorter 22- to 28-step

stairways each with a landing showcasing a higher and more picturesque vantage point of the Harbor than the one before.

The fifth and final set of steps, only 11 of them, lands you at the park’s highest Harbor overlook, a landing that has a compass rose built into the pavement so you can get your directional bearing while enjoying the beautiful view below.

If you prefer, you can start from the top, at El Camino Capistrano and Old Golden Lantern where park parking lot is located. But climbing first offers extra motivation, as each new view is like a prize for making it up each level.

The stairway begins across the street from the Harbor at Dana Point Harbor Drive and Golden Lantern, about a half a block west, just past Dana Marina Plaza.

LANTERN BAY PARK Also at Dana Point Harbor Drive and Golden Lantern, just across the street from the Harbor, one of the city’s most popular workout stairways leads up toward Lantern Bay Park and the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa. This climb is 118 steps to the top, with a landing about halfway up.

A paved path winds up and down here too, providing an alternative way to ascend or descend the incline.

Should you choose to start from the top; the park parking lot is accessed off of Dana Point Harbor Drive and Park Lantern, just before reaching the hotel.

STRAND VISTA PARK The main stairway at Strand Vista Park has 164 stairs with numerous landings and benches along the way. And from the very first step to the last, the view of the ocean, beach and headlands is breathtaking.

There are actually four alternate routes from Strand Vista Park down to the beach— two through the Strand at Headlands neighborhood, one zig-zagging trail known as the Switchback Trail and a funicular inclined elevator.

Flat, paved walking paths, at both the top and bottom, link the access ways, so walkers can make a loop.

The funicular provides a relaxing rest, should you need to take a breather on your way up or down.

HILLTOP PARK At the top of Cove Road, just across the street from the Chart House Restaurant on Green Lantern, is a 99-step stairway leading up to Hilltop Park.

These stairs are a trailhead, part of the system of nature trails atop the Headlands, surrounding the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center and Dana Point Preserve.

The trail at the top is a hard-packed dirt path, as are all of the Headlands trails and the view of the Harbor below is spectacular.

However you elect to add stair climbing to your exercise routine, you can’t go wrong, stepping out in Dana Point. —Andrea Swayne

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The Spine: A Foundation for Health

By Burton Wagner, D.C., Spinal Vitality

Often we go through life looking for ways to be healthier, happier, calmer and to take our well-being to the next level. What can we do to get better? To be healthier?

With all of the possible choices given to us today, where should we begin?

A great place to start is with your foundation. And what is your foundation? Your spine—the vertebra and the spinal cord.

Let’s take a look at just what your spine does for you.

There are 24 interlocking bones called vertebra that allow your body, the trunk of your body as well as your arms and legs, to move where you want. Turning your head in the car, playing sports, bending over to pick something up, getting your groove on on the dance floor and reaching out to hold your loved

Burton Wagner, D.C., Spinal Vitality. Photo: Andrea Swayne

ones are all possible thanks to your spine.

Your spinal cord, the link between your brain and every tissue in your body, is protected by those bones. Your spinal cord is a communication highway between your brain and body, which allows and coordinates every one of your body’s functions. Thanks to your nervous system, you can sense the environment around you and then react to it. Maintaining your health and well being, your digestion starting after a meal, your heart beating faster when you get excited or start running, your muscles contracting

in a stressful situation and so many more everyday functions happen with ease thanks to your nervous system and its protector, the spine.

Research has shown emotions are not completely confined to the brain. The spine is also a modulator of emotion. We will react to situations based on our previous experiences and emotional interpretations of those experiences—such as a certain touch that brings a sensation of fear or joy, feeling angry or depressed when confronted in life or that feeling that comes when walking into

your childhood home. If you have a posture of anger, you will be hard pressed to experience joy, and vice versa. Since the highest concentration of emotional and sensory receptors are found in the spine, in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord, we can modify how we react to a situation by creating physical changes in the spine.

Your spine is also a modulator of your sense of self. Who you think you are is in part based on the shape, tone and position of your spine. We often say “out of sight, out of mind” and where it applies is your spine. If your shoulders are slumped over and your head hangs low you won’t get hired as a confidence coach. Look at how your posture and outlook on life is similar to that of your parents and family. The longer this stays in place the more it will determine who you say you are and how you experience life.

By working on your foundation (your spine) through chiropractic care, you can modify the shape, tone and position of your spine which changes your sense of self, the types of emotions you experience and your reactions to life. It also brings positive change to the physiology and function of your body, allowing it to move more freely and with better health.

In changing your spine, you are on your way to a new you.

Spinal Vitality and The B.L.I.S.S. Program, 30320 Rancho Viejo Road, Ste. 102, San Juan Capistrano, 949.616.5470, www.spinalvitality.com.

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Here is a collection of resources in the tri-city area, to assist you in your quest for better health.

Alice P. Moran, DMD Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD, is a board certified periodontist who provides comprehensive, leading-edge periodontal care to preserve your special smile. Dr. Moran’s capabilities include guided dental implant surgery, immediate implant placement, including “all on four” or “teeth in a day” and aesthetic gum enhancement including pinhole gum rejuvenation and treatment of gum disease. She belongs to an elite group of periodontists—only 15 percent nationwide—who offer the Periolase as an alternative to traditional osseous surgery. 1001 Avenida Pico, Ste. K, San Clemente, 949.361.4867 (GUMS), www.moranperio.com.

Club Pilates SJC Your third eye, the space between your eyebrows called “yin tang,” has the ability to bring a great sense of calm and stress relief. The space between your thumb and pointer finger known as LI 4 has the ability to alleviate headaches, constipation and sinus congestion. Apply gentle direct pressure in these areas to stimulate their effectiveness.

—Emily Valenzuela, LAc, CCN A Point of Health, Inc., 224 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. C San Clemente, 949.310.4044, www.apointofhealth.com

Align Pilates

City of San Clemente Beaches, Parks & Recreation Department

The team at Align Pilates Center focuses on bringing the body, mind and spirit into balance through quality instruction. Pilates is a form of movement developed to simultaneously strengthen, stretch, tone and align the body. It concentrates on proper form, breath and the mind/body connection to create a fullbody workout that is both very versatile and highly affective.

Pilates is truly a unique form of exercise that improves one’s health and quality of life. 26850 Ortega Highway, Ste. K, San Juan Capistrano, 949.481.3577, www.alignpilatescenter.com.

HEALTH HAPPENS in the City of San Clemente when you participate in summer recreation and enjoy the health benefits of city classes, camps and events. From toddlers to seniors, there is something for everyone from surfing to swimming, camps to adult leagues, as well as an abundance of amenities from beaches to pools, trails to parks. Select your summer adventure and make health happen in your life by registering online or visiting a center today! 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8264 and 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, 949.429.8797, www.facebook.com/ sanclementerecreation, www.san-clemente.org/recreation.

Club Pilates SJC offers fun, safe group Pilates apparatus classes in a beautiful studio overlooking the San Juan Hills.

Classes run daily, with over 70 weekly options for beginners, intermediate and advanced. Certified instructors modify for injuries, prenatal clients and other special populations while keeping each class unique and fresh. Use the classical Reformer, EXO chair, wall-mounted Springboard and other smaller props for an incredibly challenging and effective workout. Classes start as low as $10. 27184 Ortega Highway, Ste. 206, San Juan Capistrano, 949.257.2292, www.clubpilatesstudio.com/locations/sjc.

Curves Kick start your weight loss in just 30 minutes, with something NEW from Curves and Jillian Michaels. You are going to love the changes you see with Curves Fitness as a part of the Curves Complete Plan.

All you have to do is show up, give us 30 minutes, and then go love your life. Try it for a week FREE! Call or email to book your free, no obligation consultation.

101 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, 949.366.3680, curvessc@sbcglobal.net , www.sanclementecurves.com.

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Yoga Wednesday inside the Casa Romantica. Courtesy photo

Casa Romantica Presents:

Wellness Wednesdays

By Berenika Schmitz, executive director, Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens

The role of cultural centers goes hand in hand with the health of communities. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens in San Clemente provides creative intellectual programming for all ages that enhance people’s well-being. Casa Wellness Wednesdays focus on the important health aspects that we should not take for granted.

We are pleased to have a variety of programs that enhance our knowledge of how to be healthy in our daily lives. The Center also provides guided tours of the Casa’s native garden, Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Please join us for one, or many, of our upcoming wellness events.

CASA WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Casa Yoga 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Inspired by multiple yoga traditions as well as contemporary styles of yoga and movement modalities, this class offers a blend of various disciplines to create a unique, integrated practice customized to the level of practitioners that are present. Primary focus of the class will be placed on breath, body and movement awareness, self-discovery and community connection. This class is suitable for both first-time and seasoned yoga practitioners.

Cost is $10. Classes are scheduled for Sept.

10, Oct. 8, Nov. 5, Dec. 10. In 2015 classes will be held, Jan. 7, Feb. 11, March 11, April 8, May 6, June 10, July 8 and Aug. 5.

NOVEMBER 12 Holiday Wreath Making Noon. Master Gardener Jodie Cook leads a class on making holiday wreaths using succulents from the Casa Gardens.

MARCH 4, 2015 Cocina Casa Romantica: Taste the History of San Clemente 7 p.m. Chef Rene Fontes hosts a cooking demonstration on preparing healthy and delicious food based on area culture.

MAY 20, 2015 Memory: Where Did I Put My Keys? Tales from the Hippocampus for Anyone Over 30 7 p.m. Dr. Craig Stark, director of the Center for the Neurobiology of Learning and Memory, presents a talk on memory and aging.

JUNE 10, 2015 Fountain of Youth: Healthy Aging 7 p.m.

Zuzana Bic, Phd, MUDr., of UC Irvine speaks about nutrition, physical activity and stress management.

Admission to Wellness Wednesday events is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. For more information on the upcoming 2014/15 Casa Wellness Wednesdays programs, please call 949.498.2139, or visit www.casaromantica.org.

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is a nonprofit organization and the historic home of Ole Hanson, the founder of the city of San Clemente. Casa Romantica provides programs for all ages in arts, music, history, horticulture and literature and is a premier Southern California cultural center, located at 415 Avenida Granada in San Clemente.

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Choosing the Right Gym

offer more amenities. In San Juan Capistrano, the “Active” level 24 Hour Fitness is smaller but has all the basic necessities: cardio and strength machines and free weights.

The highest membership levels offer clients to use any 24 Hour Fitness gym, making them all the more convenient.

THE BASICS AND BEYOND

South Orange County is home to several health clubs and fitness centers of varying sizes and types

Fitness 19 93A Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, 949.369.1999, www.fitness19.com/centers/ san-clemente

By Brian Park When it comes to choosing a gym, one size does not fit all. While some people prefer the intimacy (and privacy) of smaller community gyms, others need access to a greater selection of equipment, amenities and trainers that is typical of larger gyms.

Others have more practical criteria: location (“Can I get a quick workout in during my lunch break?”) and price.

Fortunately, in south Orange County, there are several types of gyms that cater to all needs. From larger facilities where just about any type of exercise is possible to smaller health clubs that focus on the basics, health conscious individuals have their pick of places to get their blood flowing, muscles aching and hearts pumping.

Fitness Elite/Xtreme Fitness 638 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.6060, www.fitnesselite4women.com Rado’s Fitness 24470 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.488.7700, www.radofitness.com

Life Time Athletic

San Clemente Gym 123 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.1007, www.sanclementegym.net

24 Hour Fitness, San Clemente

Fitness 19

Xtreme Fitness

Rado’s Fitness

LifeSpa, a full-service salon and spa center, including hair, nail, massage, skin care and medi-spa services. At LifeCafe, clients can also fill up on tasty (and healthy) snacks and full meals.

The club can also be a place for families.

At Life Time’s Kids Academy, there’s a staff that’s solely dedicated to working with children, 3 months to 11 years old.

Kids aren’t just penned up in a colorful room with a few toys, though. At the Kids Academy, there are more than 65 classes offered weekly, including karate, yoga, music and even a Spanish immersion course.

Life Time Athletic is open seven days a week, from 4 a.m. to midnight.

gym can be hard enough for some, but what about finding the time to get in a complete workout?

24 Hour Fitness, the national chain of gyms, has made a name for itself because of its accessibility at all hours of the day.

Whether it’s before work, during a lunch break or right after clocking out, 24 Hour Fitness offers flexibility to people’s busy schedules. For night owls who would rather avoid the busy gym rush, 24 Hour Fitness is open for business.

The company’s newest location opened in San Clemente in late April. At 46,000 square feet, the gym features over 300 pieces of equipment, 30 classes a week and other amenities, like a heated indoor lap pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

“What makes us different is the convenience, for youth and adults,” said club manager Adrian Dixon, who said the gym is open all year, except Christmas.

The San Clemente location is a “SuperSport” level 24 Hour Fitness club—the second highest club type, after the “UltraSport” level, which are typically larger and

HIGH-END FITNESS Life Time Athletic 25600 Rancho Niguel Road, Laguna Niguel, 949.238.2700, www.lifetimefitness.com/ lagunaniguel This mega-fitness center has just about everything a person could ask for in a health club—and more.

Within this three-story, 128,000-squarefoot facility there are more than 300 pieces of exercise equipment and fitness machines, a three-story rock-climbing wall, two indoor full-size basketball courts, two group fitness studios, as well as studios for cycling, yoga and Pilates.

The club is the first to open in California for Minnesota-based Life Time Fitness and cost more than $50 million to build.

At Life Time, they emphasize that wellness and health are a way of life—the club is more country club than a typical gym.

Inside, a small army of certified personal trainers work with clients on a one-on-one basis or through 109 classes taught weekly, including eight signature courses. Nutrition coaches are also available to work with clients and put together personalized programs, based on Life Time’s myHealthScore program, which takes into account six factors: blood pressure, body fat percentage, tobacco use and glucose, triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

Rest and mental relaxation are also an important part of Life Time’s mission.

Their “resort-like” aquatic center features a 35,000-square-foot outdoor pool, a lap pool, whirl pools and splash pads. After a workout, clients can get pampered at

EXERCISING CONVENIENCE 24 Hour Fitness San Clemente: 110 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, 949.245.0265 San Juan Capistrano: 27131 Calle Arroyo, Ste. 1701, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.9900 Finding the motivation to get to the

What community gyms lack in size, they make up for with camaraderie, knowledge and cost.

San Clemente Gym has been sculpting bodies and improving the health of San Clementeans for more than 30 years. What started as a fitness center started by two Austrian body builders has now become a family-owned and operated gym with a small but dedicated staff of trainers, many who were once clients themselves.

Rado’s Fitness in Dana Point was also founded by a body builder, world champion Rado Pagac.

Pagac and his certified staff, each with their own expertise, take the time to work with their clients and help them reach their fitness goals.

For south Orange County women who want to get healthy in a comfortable setting, Fitness Elite in San Clemente offers such a place. The facilities and group training found within this 22,000-square-foot club are what you would expect out of a high-class gym, but what makes Fitness Elite an ideal option for women is that trainers and nutrition coaches are specifically trained to help with their needs. Just next door, Xtreme Fitness, Fitness Elite’s co-ed gym, features top of the line equipment, a 30-bike spin room and hot yoga and Pilates studios.

At Fitness 19, although they’ve grown to become a national franchise, affordability remains their biggest draw and they haven’t lost the community feel.

Membership can range from $5 to $29 per month, depending on the types of services purchased.

At the San Clemente location, you’ll find all the different types of cardio equipment, as well as circuit training, free weights and strength training machines.

General Manager Alexander Marshall, a San Clemente resident, has fostered a community atmosphere at the gym and said he makes it a point to remember everyone by their first name, not just as a membership number.

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Checklist: 15 Steps Toward a Healthier You

By Jake Gleason, MPT, OCS, Full Motion Physical Therapy

a balanced diet containing lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables.

You’ve made a decision to embark on a journey toward better health but where to begin?

Get into the habit of reading nutrition labels at the grocery store. Not all foods are created equal. Make a conscious decision to shop for natural foods and increase the variety of foods you consume. Most individuals have food habits that keep them in a rut.

Deviate from your regular diet and experience a new world of fruits, vegetables, herbs and lean protein.

You are probably thinking about how you can become healthier, be more pain free and move better than you do right now. The road to health can seem daunting. A simple systematic approach, such as a “to-do” list, may be just what you need to help you move forward with your goals.

Here is a checklist of 15 things to do to help you get started: A gradual, personalized exercise program that takes into account your anatomy and physiology is important. A physical therapist or other qualified medical professional can conduct an evaluation and assist with this.

Make yourself accountable to someone other than yourself. Log your exercises—either at home or at the gym—in a journal and inform your physical therapist or other medical professional about your progress.

Self-confidence is critical. Believe in yourself and your ability to become stronger, healthier and more functional. If you think you can, then you can.

Visualize yourself as being stronger, with

Jake Gleason, MPT, OCS, Full Motion Physical Therapy. Photo: Andrea Swayne

increased energy, as if you already achieved your goals. Positive expectations of health, vitality and energy are helpful to improve your health and well-being.

Never skip meals, especially breakfast.

It is the most important meal of the day, so start your day right with a healthy breakfast.

It will get your metabolism going and keep your appetite and blood sugar in check as the day progresses.

Find an exercise partner to help you stay consistent with your exercise regimen.

Drink plenty of water. Hydration is important for your blood, kidneys and joints.

Consistency is key. Exercise at least three to four times a week.

Always seek qualified help. Expert supervision provided by a physical therapist or other medical professional is important, especially if you are recovering from injuries or medical conditions.

Challenge yourself each week. Gradual progression is the only way to improve. Stay within the limits of pain. When in doubt, ask your physical therapist.

Be aware of what you eat. Fat has twice the caloric density of carbohydrates and protein. So limit your fat intake and consume

Make sure a five- to 10-minute warmup and a five- to 10-minute cool-down are part of your exercise routine. Don’t forget to include stretching in the warm-up and cool-

down to reduce the risk of injury.

Set specific goals for yourself—with the help of your physical therapist or other medical professional—and resolve to meet them.

Reward yourself for small victories; They are important milestones toward your larger goal. Positive reinforcement is the best way to stay on track and reach your health and wellness goals.

Many people think of physical therapy only after receiving orders from their doctor, following an injury. There are a few other smart reasons for consulting a physical therapist as you begin your quest for health.

If you are preparing to have surgery, getting some physical therapy ahead of time can make rehab a whole lot easier after your operation. In terms of developing exercise/ fitness programs, physical therapy can be a great place to start, especially if you have an old injury or surgery that you need to be mindful of. Physical therapists are also a valuable resource when it comes to picking a surgeon, personal trainer, yoga instructor or Pilates instructor.

Full Motion Physical Therapy, 31461 Rancho Viejo Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.542.5000; 150 Avenida Cabrillo, Ste. B, San Clemente, 949.388.6552, www.fullmotionpt.net.

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Here is a collection of resources in the tri-city area, to assist you in your quest for better health.

DP Pilates & Barre

Now celebrating its third year, Desa Prana, is expanding and changing its name to DP Pilates & Barre. Barre classes, the latest craze in mind-body fitness, are renowned for the results achieved in sculpting and toning the body. Using ballet principals to sculpt legs and thighs, Pilates methods to strengthen core and light weights to tone arms, Barre classes are undeniably effective in shaping, toning and tightening.

34700 Pacific Coast Highway, Ste. 205, Capistrano Beach, 949.443.1700, www.desaprana.com.

Fitness 19 Fitness 19 was founded by industry veterans who believed that the traditional health club model wasn’t meeting the needs of most people.

They started Fitness 19 to give customers more of what they really want out of a fitness membership. The result is a simple fitness club concept—an extremely affordable, family-friendly facility that offers state-of-the-art cardio, strength and free weight equipment. 93A Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, 949.366.1999, www.fitness19.com.

Chiropractic for back pain? That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Many pregnant women utilize chiropractic care for more comfortable pregnancies and births.

Often parents bring their newborns in to be evaluated after birth, especially traumatic births. Many parents seek—or are referred by their well-informed pediatrician, OBGYN or midwife—chiropractic care for complementary wellness care as their children grow, as well as for a drug-free approach to ear infections, asthma, growing pains, headaches, chronic illnesses, etc. —Jennifer James Padrta, D.C., A.C.N. Adjust Back To Health, Inc., 32382 Del Obispo Street, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.9355, www.adjustbacktohealth.com

Hanson’s Market As San Clemente’s only natural and organic whole foods store proudly serving south Orange County, Hanson’s is dedicated to healthy lifestyles, carrying fresh and organic produce, grass-fed beef, wild-caught fish, locally baked artisan breads, gluten-free everything, sushi, craft beer and wine, herbals, supplements, vitamins and eco-friendly household products.

Our deli is famous for its all-natural meats, artisan cheeses, vegan choices, fresh salads and raw juicing/smoothies. Hanson’s is open Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sundays 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 415 Avenida Pico, Ste. P, San Clemente, 949.218.1690, www.hansons.com.

The Healing Tree The Healing Tree is an organic meditation and healing arts studio located in the beautiful beach city of San Clemente. At Healing Tree our intention is to create a place where you can feel safe to explore you, to rediscover you and to play with you. Come and take shelter under our tree and reconnect with your authentic self. NEW STUDENT SPECIAL: 33 days for $33. 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 11, San Clemente, 949.212.3442, www.thehealingtreeoc.com.

It is very important to know that varicose veins—those bulging veins that you see on the surface across the legs and feet—are not just a cosmetic problem. They can be not only very painful, but life threatening. Your legs carry a network of veins. A healthy vein contains valves which open and close to assist the return of blood from the toes to the heart. Vein disease and varicose veins are caused by damaged or diseased valves which result in backward flow of blood in your legs. This condition is called venous reflux. Treatment takes about 15 minutes and is done without anesthesia and there is little to no pain.

–Dr. Anne Luhan, M.D., F.A.C.S. EliteMedizin, 34052 La Plaza, Ste. 102, Dana Point, 949.388.4800, www.elitemedizin.com

Smile Design Dental Group

White Lotus Day Spa

At Smile Design Dental Group we strive to provide the highest quality yet affordable cosmetic and family dentistry for South County residents of all ages. What sets us apart from others? We have gathered the best dental specialists in our comfortable office with state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technology in dentistry. Our doctors, hygienists and staff are highly trained in their respective dental fields. Please check out what our patients are saying about us on Google, Yelp and Angie’s list. 390 Camino De Estrella, San Clemente, 949.481.2000, www.smiledesigndentalgroup.com.

White Lotus Day Spa is an intimate space where you can rejuvenate and relax in a warm, tranquil environment. Serene inspired surroundings soothe the senses and provide for a truly comfortably experience. We customize over 30 types of natural chemical peels based on an individual’s needs. In addition to our outstanding skincare services we offer relaxing, hot stone, therapeutic and deep tissue massages as well as spray tans, eyelash extensions and eyelash tinting. 24582 Del Prado, Ste. F, Dana Point, 949.496.2977, www.whitelotusdayspa.com.

In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, Picket Fence Media provides guest opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of Picket Fence Media. Information included in this special section should not take the place of medical advice. Readers are encouraged to speak with a health care provider before beginning any new health or workout regimen.

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ogy, engineering and math. Admission $5.

Call to register. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

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DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET 3 p.m.–7 p.m. Fresh flowers, produce and specialty foods in downtown San Juan Capistrano every Wednesday. www.farmersmarketsjc.com.

Friday | 23 THE BAYOU BROTHERS 7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at Iva Lee’s.

555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com MIKE HAMILTON 8 p.m.–11 p.m. Enjoy live music at Salt Creek Grille with multi-instrumentalist Mike Hamilton. 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949. 661.7799, www.mikehamiltonmusic.com.

Saturday | 24 MARINE MAMMAL CRUISE 10 a.m. Get onboard the Ocean Institute’s 70-foot R/V Sea Explorer to view fish, sea lions, dolphins and other wildlife. $35 for adults, $22 for children ages 4 to 12. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

RESCUED PET ADOPTIONS 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Adopt a dog or puppy at Petco, 32391 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. Cats are also available from noon to 4 p.m. at PetSmart, 33963 Doheny Park Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.388.0034, www.arkofsanjuan.org.

CAPT. DAVE’S WHALE WATCHING Times vary. Get up close to marine life aboard a Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari trip. Prices vary depending on the vessel. Call for more information. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

ASHUN 4 p.m.–7 p.m. Enjoy live music at Wind &

EDITOR’S PICK Whether dreaming or looking to buy, this weekend provides a scouting opportunity as more than 100 boats will be open for public viewing at the Dana Point Harbor Boat Show. Photo: Andrea Swayne

LATIN NIGHT All night. Enjoy $5 house margaritas with live music from DJ Peter. Brio Tuscany Grille, 24050 Camino Del Avion, Dana Point, 949.443.1476, www.briorestaurant.com.

Dana Point Harbor boat SHow • MaY 29–JUnE 1 Noon–7 p.m. New and used, power and sail vessels will be on display both in and out of the water at the annual boat show at Dana Point Harbor. Various recreational watercraft and products will also be displayed. Show runs throughout the weekend, ending Sunday, June 1.

Admission is $9. Children under 12 are free with an accompanying adult. OC Sailing & Events Center and Public Docks, 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point, www.danaboatshow.com. CURIOSITY CARTS 10 a.m.–noon. Educational carts offer visitors a close-up view of historical Sea Restaurant. 34699 Golden Lantern, artifacts. Free with admission $6-$9. 26801 Dana Point, 949.496.6500, Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com.

MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE 10 a.m.–noon. Join the city of Dana Point UPCOMING: and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 in remembering the nation’s fallen.

FRIDAY, MAY 30 This service will include a special recogniAN EVENING WITH STEPHEN STILLS SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET tion of Vietnam Era veterans. Pines Park, 8 p.m. Known for his work with Crosby, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh 34941 Camino Capistrano, Capistrano Stills & Nash and Buffalo Springfield, produce and much more every Sunday on Beach, www.vfwpost9934.org.

Stills performs at The Coach House.

Avenida Del Mar. Tickets $50. Doors open at 6 p.m. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, SERRA CHAPEL TOUR 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

11:15 a.m. Tour at the Mission in honor of Father Junipero Serra, who was born GRUNION NIGHT PRESCHOOL STORY TIME 300 years ago. Admission $6-$9. 26801 8:30 p.m. Stop by Doheny State Beach for 11:15 a.m. Stories, songs and crafts for Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, a night of fun, learning and adventure in kids 3-6 every Tuesday at the San Juan 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. search of grunions. Visitor’s center opens Capistrano Library. 31495 El Camino Real, at 8:30 p.m. and a grunion presentation 949.493.1752, www.ocpl.org.

ORANGE COUNTY WINE CRUISE begins at 9:30 p.m. Grunion run starts at 5:30 p.m. Climb onboard a Dana Wharf 11 p.m. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, STEMULATING SCIENCE catamaran for this 90-minute wine cruise Dana Point, 949.496.2704.

4 p.m.–5 p.m. Educational programs for around the harbor. $49. See more events at For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at kids 5-12, Tuesdays through June 3 at www.danawharf.com. Dana Wharf Sportwww.danapointtimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Garfishing & Whale Watching, 34675 Golden to events@danapointtimes.com dens. Activities focus on science, technolLantern, Dana Point, 888.224.0603.

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At the Movies: ‘Million Dollar Arm’ is a Hamm-y Attempt

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ports-themed films often feature a protagonist coming to the realization that they need to get over their ego.

Most of the time it’s the athlete themselves. Sometimes it’s the coach.

In Jerry Maguire (1996), it’s the once successful sports agent, who needs one client to turn it all around. In Disney’s latest live-action flick, Million Dollar Arm, Jon Hamm plays a Maguire-like agent who needs to do the same.

Los Angeles sports agent J.B. Bernstein

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(Hamm) is down on his luck. It’s 2008 and all his big-time clients are retired. When the next rising football star passes him up for another agency, J.B. gets a burst of inspiration while watching cricket.

He comes up with a brainchild: to have teens throughout India try out and hopefully become the first to get signed to an American baseball team. Partner Ash Vasudevan (Aasif Mandvi) and sports scout Ray Poitevant (Alan Arkin) also sign on.

Suraj Sharma and Madhur Mittal play

the lucky kids who fly to the United States for tryouts. Lake Bell plays J.B.’s endearing neighbor. Million Dollar Arm isn’t technically a family story but the filmmakers had to work around a PG rating for Disney.

Arm takes narrative cues from Maguire and Moneyball (2011) for coach and rookie scenes, but the film remains pretty corny throughout. The film had potential to be a breakthrough for Hamm’s silver screen career, but he would have been better off with a more mature film. —Megan Bianco

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GUEST OPINION: Harbor Happenings by Barbara Merriman

Officially Open Again

Local yacht clubs continue East Coast tradition

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ana Point and Dana West yacht clubs held their annual “Opening Day” ceremonies and parties this past Saturday, May 17. But, this tradition is somewhat misleading because on this coast yacht clubs never close, so it’s really an excuse to wear yachting attire and have a party.

Starting off this festive day was a boat parade, with some of the vessels “dressed” with code flags in the proper order. Crews onboard were also dressed in traditional yachting attire—blue blazers and white pants or skirts. Usually, the women wear the skirts.

Non-traditional boats and their crews were decked out in casual island clothing with surfboards, leis and palm trees aboard, supporting the theme “Have a Hobie Day,” in memory of Hobie Alter— a surf industry revolutionary and longtime member of Dana Point Yacht Club.

The parade made up of yachts from both clubs, moved throughout the Dana Point Harbor to the cheers of spectators, and then passed the review boats from DPYC and DWYC, where the yachts are acknowledged by a snappy salute from the staff commodores. Back at the clubs, champagne was poured to help those watching the parade enjoy the spirit as much as the parade participants.

Then the nation’s military was recognized as the ramrod straight color guard from Camp Pendleton advanced the colors and the audience stood at attention, proudly reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

Annabel Martinez, a music student from Cal State Fullerton, beautifully sang our national anthem. After a traditional invocation, recognition was given to all members who have served in the five branches of the military.

The somber “eight bell ceremony” then rang out the bells, signifying the end of

the watch for our members who have sailed to their final destination.

Recognition was given to visiting officers from clubs and associations

BY BAR B A R A who were present.

MERR IMA N Sailors who have distinguished themselves in races the past year, particularly the Newport-Ensenada race were also acknowledged.

Once the port captain declared the harbor was free of ice, with the exception of what is in the kitchen freezers, the ceremony concluded and there was a brisk dash for the bar and the buffet.

Why do we do this? It’s a tradition that started in New England, because the clubs were closed during the winter. Boats were hauled, fluids emptied and docks hauled out of the water to prevent damage from freezing. Out here, clubs never close because we don’t have weather conditions that warrant it.

However, California clubs begin “opening” in February. Our officers here in Dana Point attend dozens of opening days, which takes up one or both days of their weekends for four months. One nice advantage is that these officers, both men and women, have the chance to meet their counterparts at other clubs and develop friendships and often glean new ideas.

To learn more about both yacht clubs, visit their booths at the Dana Point Harbor Boat Show, which runs from Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1. The yacht clubs will host an “open house” over the weekend, and there will be a water taxi between DPYC and the boat show.

Come and see what these traditions are all about.

Barbara Merriman is a former public

Yacht club opening day parade participating vessel Sol Mate and its crew stop for a photo Saturday.

Photo: Barbara Merriman

school music teacher with a love for outdoor sports, primarily sailing and golf. She keeps a sailboat at Dana Point Harbor, has a passion for protecting the environment and serves on the Board of Directors at the Ocean Institute. DP

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Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR

Last week’s solution:

Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3x3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

See today’s solution in next week’s issue.

DP LIVING GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake

The Dilemma: To Marry or Not Older singles grapple with question, should we marry or simply live together?

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when she came into his he 2000 census revealed that apbicycle shop in Haciproximately 1.2 million people age enda Heights to buy her 50 and older lived together without grandson a bike. Their being married. In the 2010 census that first date was April 26, number increased to 2.8 million.

2006.

Many older couples I meet tell me they Rebecca said, “Getting don’t plan on getting married. Leading to married will not change the question, is tying the knot a thing of our emotional attachON LIFE AND the past for older couples?

LOVE AFTER 50 ment to each other. It For many, yes. But not for all.

By Tom Blake will just make some legal On May 10, Dana Point residents things easier.”

Manny Jurado, 73, and his girlfriend, Manny and Rebecca said that getting Rebecca Fischer, 55, boarded the historic married on the tall ship was a unique tall ship, Spirit of Dana Point, and headed and enjoyable experience. They said the out to sea to get married. Fifty-one guests crew could not have been nicer and more and friends joined them. accommodating. The Spirit of Dana Point Manny and Rebecca had their wedding can be booked for special events through reception at Tutor and Spunky’s, my Dana the Ocean Institute 949.496.2274. More Point deli. A couple of weeks before, while information is on the Ocean Institute webplanning the menu with them, I asked: site: www.ocean-institute.org.

“After cohabitating for eight years, why The wedding did you decide reception was to get married?” scheduled at the Manny, a deli for 6 p.m. volunteer with But, the seas Dana Point got rough and a Police Services, few guests were explained: “As feeling queasy. a part of my So, after the cerpolice volunteer emony, Manny training, I had to and Rebecca spend time last decided to have fall at the Corothe ship return ner’s office, betto port sooner ter known as the Dana Point residents Rebecca Fischer and Manny Jurado marthan planned. morgue. I found ried Saturday, May 10 after eight years together. The couple’s When Manny out that authori- ceremony was held aboard the Spirit of Dana Point and their called the deli at ties, in checking reception at Tutor and Spunky’s Deli. Courtesy photo 4:15 p.m. to say for a next of they had returned to the Ocean Institute kin when someone dies, do not consider and asked if it would it be OK if guests contacting a girlfriend or boyfriend—they came to the deli an hour and 20 minutes aren’t even on the list. Authorities will early, I about died. We had barely begun track down a distant relative as far away setting up for the reception. But Rosa and as New York City, for example, but won’t Teresa, my employees of 26 years, got consider notifying a domestic partner.” appetizers put together in a hurry and the Manny continued, “Rebecca is the most beer and wine was ready to go. Somehow, important person in my life. When I heard we made it all happen. that she doesn’t count in the person being One can’t help but wonder if the Mannynotified if I pass away, I felt terrible.”

Rebecca story will inspire other older In December, Manny’s daughter asked singles who have lived together for years him what he was getting Rebecca for but haven’t married to rethink their status.

Christmas. He hadn’t decided. His birthAnd to get married on the Spirit of Dana day is on December 20 and Rebecca’s is Point? Hmm. on December 26 so it’s kind of a gift-giving For more stories and advice on love, dilemma with Christmas tossed right in visit www.findingloveafter60.com and to between those dates. comment, email Tom at His daughter said, “I know something tompblake@gmail.com. DP she wants.”

“What,” Manny asked.

PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a “An engagement ring,” his daughter replied. wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP Times At midnight, on the cusp between Deprovides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected cember 25 and December 26, just seconds columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and before her birthday, Manny proposed to do not reflect those of the DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If Rebecca and presented the ring. you would like to respond to this column, please email us at Manny met Rebecca eight years ago editorial@danapointtimes.com

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STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES AND MORE

Dolphin Report

BY STEVE BREAZEALE, DANA POINT TIMES

For in-game updates, news and more for all the Dana Hills High School spring sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCsports.

The Team to Beat After running through the highly competitive Sea View League, emerging with a 10-2 record, and amassing an overall record of 24-7 on the season, the Dana Hills baseball team was awarded the No. 2 overall seed in the CIF-SS Division 2 Championships.

The Dolphins were set to play a home game against Righetti in the first round on May 22. Results were not available at press time. If the Dolphins advance, they will play in the second round on May 27.

As a No. 2 seed, Dana Hills will hold home field advantage.

Dana Hills ended their regular season with a double header against Pacifica, another Division 2 playoff team, on May 14. Dana Hills lost the first game 4-0 but won the second, 9-5.

Dolphins Volleyball Falls to Sea Kings The Dana Hills boys volleyball team put on a late-season surge that pushed them into the quarterfinals of the CIF-SS Division 1 Championships on May 17.

After battling to four-set wins over Edison and Newbury Park in the first and second rounds, respectively, the Dolphins came up against Corona del Mar in the quarterfinals. The Sea Kings, who lost in the semifinals to Loyola four days later, were able to sweep Dana Hills in three sets.

Corona del Mar won the match 25-16, 25-22, 25-20. Dana Hills sophomore Grady Yould had 13 kills in the loss.

Dolphins Golfers Tee it Up at Team Divisional Everything was going the right way for the Dana Hills boys golf team heading into the CIF South Coast Team Division Championship on May 19. They had just won the South Coast League title and sophomore Clay Feagler claimed the CIF-SS Southern Individual Regional Tournament on May 12. But despite four Dolphins shooting below 80, they were not able to catch Beckman or rival Tesoro at the team competition.

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Feagler again paced the team, carding a 73 (+1) at Talega Golf Course in San Clemente. Matt Fry (75), Alex Diaz (76), Tanner Podres (77), Mason Bowen (83) and Matt O’Leary (88) contributed to the Dolphins fi fth-place effort. As a team the Dolphins shot 384, 10 strokes behind firstplace Beckman and eight strokes behind the Titans.

Feagler will now compete in the CIF-SS Individual Finals at Mission Lakes Country Club on May 27.

Scoreboard

Dolphins Track and Field Athletes Advance to CIF Finals Several Dana Hills track and field athletes competed at the CIF-SS Division 1 Prelims at Trabuco Hills High School on May 17. Following some standout performances, those athletes have qualified to compete in the CIF-SS Finals on May 24 at Cerritos College.

The boys 4x100-meter relay team posted a time of 42.70, good for ninth place. The team is made up of sophomores Charlie Kappes and Kristian Krause and seniors Nick Van Vilet and Justin Hunter.

Van Vilet also posted a seventh-place time of 49.00 to qualify for the 400 finals.

Sophomore distance runner Jake Ogden finished fi fth and second in the 1,600 and 3,200, respectively.

The Dolphins girls 4x400 relay team set a new school record in winning the event with a time of 3:50.53. The team consists of juniors Kimiko Tanaka and Hollis Donovan and seniors Chloe Deol and Brenna McNulty.

Senior Michaela King finished fourth in the girls 300 hurdles with a time of 44.69 and will advance to the finals.

Sophomores Ella Hampson and Claire Kao both cleared the 10-09 mark in the pole vault, tying them with six others for the top spot in the event.

Soccer

The San Clemente Elite Surf Team 1. Courtesy photo

San Clemente Elite Surf Team 1 claimed the Saddleback Valley Sports Center’s Indoor Soccer girls U12 championship on May 13. The team, which is made up of residents from San Clemente, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano, lost only one game out of seven in the regular season, putting them in the championship match. In the final, San Clemente Elite Surf 1 drew to a 7-7 tie after regulation but won in a shootout. The San Clemente Elite Surf 1 girls U12 team includes: Meagan Rowlett, Elle Peloso, Hadley Thorsell, Savannah Burns, Paige Campbell, Briana Mendoza, Charlotte Jones and Caroline Christl. The team is coached by Shawn Burns and Ben Viloria.

Softball Beats Mayfair in Playoff Opener The Dana Hills softball team opened their CIF-SS Division 2 Championship run with a 9-5 win over Mayfair in the first round of the postseason tournament.

Dana Hills did most of their damage in the early innings and held a comfortable 8-1 lead heading into the fi fth inning.

Senior Danielle Ingraham went 2-3 with three RBIs and senior Olivia Baltazar hit a triple and scored three times in the win.

Senior pitcher Lindsey Cassidy won her 13th game of the season, giving up three runs on five hits over five innings pitched.

The Dolphins were set to face Yucaipa on May 22 in the second round. Results were not available at press time.

Softball

The Capo Girls Softball 14U team. Courtesy photo

The Capo Girls Softball 14U All Star team kept up their winning ways with a first-place finish at the Rancho Roundup All Star Tournament on May 18. On May 3, the team also won the Braggers Tournament. The team won all four of their pool play games at the Rancho Roundup and defeated Mission Viejo 15-4 in the championship match. The recent tournament wins come on the heels of an undefeated season for the local team. The Capo Girls 14U team, which draws players from San Clemente, Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano, went 23-0 in the regular season. The team is attempting to qualify and compete in the Softball ‘C’ State Championship tournament in July. The team includes: Nicole Arico, Mariah Bohl, Grace Collier, Riley Dungan, Elibeth Flores, Angelica Gonzalez, Taylor Hopper, Kyra Massucco, Catherine Norby, Alyssa Peterson, Alyson Salas, Regan Salas, Claire Steines, Caitlyn Sung, and Alexis White.

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GROM OF THE WEEK

Sebastian Mendes

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fter spending the last four summers in San Clemente, Sebastian Mendes, 12, and his family have decided make the city their new home.

Sebastian is more focused than ever on his quest for a future career in professional surfing, and moving to San Clemente is a big part of the plan.

Relocating from Agoura Hills and enrolling in the hybrid—part in-class, part independent study—Capistrano Virtual School through Shorecliffs Middle School is a step he and his parents believe will keep him focused on his goals, both academically and in the lineup.

“The best things about moving to San Clemente are perfect waves, friends, super fun skate parks and this school I’m about

to go to is really cool,” he said. “A lot of my friends go there. It’s a hybrid program and that’s perfect for me.”

Sebastian credits his surfing success to training at DSC and with coaches Ryan Simmons and Mike Lamm, as well as the support of his family and sponsors— O’Neill, Wave Riding Vehicles, Oakley, Freestyle and Famous.

Fresh off his big Western Surfing Association West Coast Championship U14 shortboard win May 11, it is apparent Sebastian’s recent efforts to improve his strength and power are working.

“The competition was pretty intense. Everyone was ripping and it was a lot of hard work. I had to go through a lot of tough heats to get there and I am really proud of my result,” Sebastian said. “Winning felt amazing … like I moved a step further in my surfing.”

—Andrea Swayne

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 61-64 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 10-18’+ fair Immediate: Fun-zone blend of easing south/ southwest swell and some small northwest windswell prevails. Better exposed breaks run thighwaist- and chest high (3-4’), while top spots go larger on sets getting up to shoulder high+ (4’+) at times. Winds are light/variable to locally light onshore early, becoming light to moderate southwesterly during the afternoon.

Longer Range Outlook: More southwest to south/ southwest swell is due in Friday, peaking over the weekend. Northwest windswell energy is minimal initially, then picks up over the weekend. Surf is in the 2-4’ zone Friday, bumping up into the 3-4’+ zone over the weekend. Best combo magnets go larger on sets. Possible southerly winds in the mornings for the weekend. Check out Surfline for more details!

Sebastian Mendes. Photo: Sheri Crummer

RESULTS Local finishers only. KEY: San Clemente=SC, Dana Point=DP, San Juan Capistrano=SJC. NSSA West Coast Championships, May 15-18, Huntington Beach, Pier OPEN MEN: 3. Colt Ward, SC. OPEN JUNIORS: 3. Griffin Colapinto, SC. OPEN BOYS: 4. Kade Matson, SC. OPEN MINI GROMS: 1. Jett Schilling, SC; 2. Taj Lindblad, SC; 4.

Nicholas Coli, SC. OPEN WOMEN: 1. Malia Osterkamp, SC; 3. Tia Blanco, SC. OPEN/EXPLORER LONGBOARD: 3. Jaric Fink, SC. EXPLORER BOYS: 1. Cole Houshmand, SC. EXPLORER MENEHUNE: 1. Kade Matson, SC; 3. Ryan Martin, SC. EXPLORER SUPER GROMS: 1. Taj Lindblad, SC. EXPLORER WOMEN: 3. Malia Osterkamp, SC. EXPLORER GIRLS: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, SC; 4. Samantha Sibley, SC. AIRSHOW CHAMPION: Colin Deveze, SC. PERFORMERS OF THE DAY: Day 3-Kade Matson.

WSA West Coast Championships, May 10-11, San Onofre State Park, Church Beach

A group of NSSA West Coast Championship finalists from San Clemente, (L to R) Taj Lindblad, Kade Matson, Jett Schilling, Cole Houshmand, Kirra Pinkerton, Malia Osterkamp and Jaric Fink, gather for a photo with their trophies and Executive Director Janice Aragon. A total of 17 trophies went to tri-city area surfers in the event, held May 15-18 at the Huntington Beach Pier. The previous weekend, May 10-11, the WSA West Coast Championships at San Onofre State Park’s Church Beach, saw 31 trophies awarded to area finalists. See the complete list of local finalists for both events to the right. Photo: Kurt Steinmetz Full results can be found online at www.danapointtimes.com.

MICRO GROM BOYS/GIRLS U9: 1. Hendrick Osterkamp, SC; 2. Dane Matson, SC. MICRO GROM U9 WEST COAST SEASON CHAMPION: Dane Matson, SC. BOYS U12: 2. Taj Lindblad, SC; 3. Kai McPhillips, SC. BOYS U12 CHAMPION: Kade Matson, SC. BOYS U14: 1. Sebastian Mendes, SC. BOYS U18: 1. Brighton Reinhardt, DP. GIRLS U12: 1. Kirra Pinkerton, SC; 3. Samantha Sibley, SC. GIRLS U12 CHAMPION: Kirra Pinkerton, SC. GIRLS U14: 2.

Kirra Pinkerton, SC; 4. Samantha Sibley, SC. GIRLS U16: 2. Malia Osterkamp, SC. GIRLS U18: 1. Malia Osterkamp,

SC. 3. Kirra Pinkerton, SC. GIRLS U18 CHAMPION: Malia Osterkamp, SC. BOYS LB U14: 3. Ricky Fodor, DP; 4.

Jimmy Wynne, SC. JR. LB U18: 1. Kaimana Takayama, SC. GIRLS LB U14: 1. Cameron Duby, SJC. GIRLS LB U14 CHAMPION: Cameron Duby, SJC. GIRLS LB U18: 2.

Teresa O’Connor, SJC. MEN 18-29: 3. Ricky Lovato, SC. LEGENDS 50+: 3. Dale Baker, SC. OPEN MEN: 1. Cody Canzoneri, SC. OPEN WOMEN: 2. Malia Osterkamp, SC; 3. Samantha Sibley, SC. OPEN WOMEN CHAMPION: Malia Osterkamp, SC. OPEN MEN LB: 2. Cody Canzoneri, SC. SR. MEN LB 40+: 4. Eric Rendon, SC. Volcom Totally Crustaceous Tour Championship, May 9-11, Newport Beach JUNIORS: 1. Kei Kobayashi, SC; 2. Griffin Colapinto, SC. SQUIDS: 1. Jett Schilling, SC.

UPCOMING EVENTS May 31-June 1: Surfing America Prime, Event No. 6, Oceanside, Harbor North Jetty (New date) June 13-15: Surfing America USA Championships, San Onofre State Park, Church Beach June 14-16: NSSA National Interscholastic College, High School and Middle School Championships, Dana Point, Salt Creek June 17-21: Surfing America USA Championships, San Onofre State Park, Lower Trestles June 26-July 3: NSSA National Open, Explorer and Airshow Championships, Huntington Beach, Pier