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Contributing Writers Nitin Bawa, MD Kimberly Moskowitz, MD Adil Ceydeli, MD MS Tong Duong, M.D.,M.B.A, C.H.R.M. Tara G Walling, DMD PA PepperJames Julia Sprang, DMD Dr. Amber Wiebe Cover Photographer Shirley J Brown

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CONTENT FINANCIAL PAGE 12 MORTGAGE 101 14 HEALTH, BEAUTY & FITNESS 16 DR. DUONG, PLASTIC SURGERY INSTITUTE & SPA 18 Dr. Nitin Bawa 20 DR. SPRANG, The Center for Cosmetic and Family Dentistry 21 DR. AMBER WIEBE, SANTA ROSA BEACH DENTAL 22 FORT WALTON MEDICAL CENTER 24 DR. KIMBERLY MOSKOWITZ, COSMETIC VEIN & LASER CENTER

Tidbits & Happenings 30 34 SINFONIA 36 ABWA POKER RUN 46 “A SUNDAY OF SOUNDSIDE SPLENDOR” 48 Chi Chi Miguel THROWDOWN CATTLE BARONS’ BALL

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T F HE

INANCIAL

AGE Matthew Ritter AAMS

Take Advantage of Higher

IRA Contribution Limits

or the first time since 2008, contribution limits have risen for one of the most popular retirement savings vehicles available: the IRA. This means you’ve got a greater opportunity to put more money away for your “golden years.” ffective Jan. 1, you can now put in up to $5,500 (up from $5,000 in 2012) to a traditional or Roth IRA when you make your 2013 contribution. And if you’re 50 or older, you can put in an additional $1,000 above the new contribution limit.

If you have an IRA, you already know its advantages.

of investments that are suitable for your risk toler-

If you aren’t investing in an IRA, you should be aware

ance, time horizon and long-term goals. Of course,

of these key benefits:

investing always carries some risks, including loss of principal — but the risk of not investing may be

• TAX-DEFERRED GROWTH — A traditional IRA can provide tax-deferred growth while a Roth IRA can potentially grow tax-free, provided you meet the conditions described above. To get a sense of just how valuable these tax advantages are, consider

Over time, the extra sums from the higher contribution

this example: If you put in $5,500 per year (the new

limits can add up. Consider this example: If you put

IRA maximum) for 30 years to a hypothetical invest-

in $5,000 per year to an IRA for 30 years, and you

ment that earned 7% a year, but on which you paid

earned a hypothetical 7% per year, you’d wind up

taxes every year (at the 25% tax bracket), you’d

with slightly over $505,000. But if you contributed

end up with slightly more than $401,000 — about

$5,500 per year for those same 30 years, and earned

$155,000 less than what you’d accumulate in an

that same 7% per year, you’d accumulate almost

IRA. As mentioned above, you will eventually have

$556,000 — about $51,000 more than with the lower

to pay taxes on your traditional IRA withdrawals, but

contribution limit.

by the time you do, you might be in a lower tax

Keep in mind that if you have invested the above

level, some of your contributions to a traditional IRA

bracket. Furthermore, depending on your income amounts in a traditional, tax-deferred IRA, you’ll be

may be tax-deductible. (Roth IRA contributions are

taxed on your withdrawals at your ordinary income

not deductible.)

tax rate. With a Roth IRA, your contributions are made with after-tax funds, but your withdrawals have the

• VARIETY OF INVESTMENT OPTIONS —

potential to be tax-free — provided you’ve had your

You can invest your funds within your IRA in many

account at least five years and don’t start taking with-

greater, in terms of not having enough assets for retirement.

Here’s one more point to keep in mind: The earlier in the year you “max out” on your IRA contributions, the more time you’ll give your account to potentially grow. By reaching the new, higher contribution limits, and by fully funding your IRA as early in each year as possible, you can help yourself take full advantage of this powerful retirement savings tool. Matthew Ritter AAMS Edward Jones Investments 124 Miracle Strip Pkwy Suite 301 Mary Esther, Fl 32569 (850) 301-1984

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Health, Beauty and Fitness

Reshape Your Neck, Your Body and Your Life with the Newest Advances in Laser Smartlipo™ Triplex

Ias

By KimBerly mosKowitz, mD

challenge women and even some men reading this to find three more frustrating words than Cellulite, Love Handles, and Jowls. we plunge into adolescence and

the worse the surface of your skin looks. men tend

outer thighs,

areas” often reveal themselves pre-

collagenous bands are arranged in a more secured

smartlipo is performed safely as an outpatient

early adulthood our genetic “trouble

maturely. Later, after pregnancy, or just with normal aging, we gain an inch or two around the waistline, our inner and outer thighs become a bit lumpier, and we develop annoying abdominal fat while losing skin elasticity. as we reach our 40s and 50s, our upper

arms get flabby and saggy so women stop wearing sleeveless shirts to avoid embarrassment. aging gracefully doesn’t seem quite as easy as we once

imagined. to make things more difficult, QVC, medical

spas and magazines promise fat-melting and fat

to be blissfully exempt from cellulite because their diagonal, crosshatch pattern.

Smartlipo and Cellulaze are being breathlessly hailed as the first laser technology to effectively treat all three components of cellulite: bulging fat, thin skin, and connective tissue that tugs at skin and creates dimples.

HOW DOES LASER LIPOSUCTION WORK? the pro-

freezing gadgets, creams and potions that “magically”

cedure takes between 1-2 hours depending on the

dollars. these devices offer minimal results, if any

local (tumescent) anesthesia is used to numb the

take away inches for hundreds to thousands of

at all, and, having already wasted so much money on things that don’t work, many people are reluctant

to try treatments that are scientifically proven to work dramatically like Cellulaze and smartlipo triplex™.

if you are amongst the 94% of women in the world

that have cellulite, chances are, you’ve tried everything to get rid of it! dieting and exercise leave you sick of sit ups, worn out by your gym membership, starving to death and realizing that you still can’t shed your “tummy pooch”, love handles, flabby arms, saddle bags, or “thick neck”

area and the amount of fat reduction required. First,

area. a tiny cannula and a laser fiber, both about the

size of a piece of spaghetti, are then inserted directly

under the skin. the laser delivers energy directly to

hips, abdomen, buttock, upper arms and neck.

under local (tumescent) anesthesia and light sedation for a safe and quick recovery. downtime is minimal as most patients return to work within a

day or two with only mild bruising and soreness that lasts about a week. during this week, patients wear a compression garment for support.

WHO ARE THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR SMARTLIPO

TRIPLEX ? smartlipo provides dramatic results

instantly by removing small or large bulges of fat

that don’t respond to diet and exercise. Women and men who are not significantly overweight but have accumulated cellulite or fat deposits forming “love

handles”, jowls, saddle-bags, heavy thighs, saggy

upper arms, or excess neck fat are great candidates.

the fat cells through the cannula, melting the fat pockets

Almost any area of the body can be treated with

fat is then gently suctioned out of the treated area.

is the neck. In a 45-minute treatment, the neck and

while heating the tissue under the skin. the liquefied

the laser energy stimulates the production of new

collagen and elastin, which gives skin youthful tighten-

Smartlipo technology but one of the most celebrated jaw line can be dramatically thinned, contoured, and lifted with an incision the size of a pinprick. This

ing and support. Because only a few tiny one-millimeter

non-surgical neck lift re-defines your face and

afterwards is a little dot on their skin.

youthful, and absolutely beautiful.

incisions are used, the only thing most patients notice

jaw line making you instantly look thinner, more

party resulting in the coveted skin-tightening effect.

Laser liposuction liquefies the fat before it is perma-

If you are not in love with your love handles, your jowls are dragging you down, or your dimples are in the wrong place, now is the time to start loving the shape you’re in. It’s time to go beyond the temporary fixes and the “minimal results” and lose unwanted cellulite and bulges forever with Smartlipo Triplex. Smartlipo will help you fit into your skinny jeans again as you permanently lose inches and gain smoother tighter skin making it easier for you to face the mirror and enjoy the beaches again.

Cellulite is caused in part by the architecture of female

skin when tough collagen bands under the skin pull

stimulate the production of collagen and elastin,

Board Certified, Phlebology & Internal Medicine

which results in firmer, tighter, and smoother skin

Skin & Laser Medicine Specialist

like a mattress surface. the older the “mattress”,

commonly performed on the “love handles”, inner and

Residency: Georgetown University Hospital

If you feel you’ve tried everything

WHAT

IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LASER

without success the unique technology

LIPOSUCTION AND TRADITIONAL LIPOSUCTION?

safely delivers the optimal blend of

behind loose saggy skin, making cellulite look worse.

of Smartlipo Triplex™ and Cellulaze™ three laser wavelengths for fat removal, tissue contouring and tightening.

a single smartlipo™ treatment not only dissolves fat, and smoothes cellulite but the deeply penetrating lasers bring increased collagen and elastin to the

down, causing existing fat pockets to bulge upward,

Both treatments effectively remove fat cells but traditional liposuction and fat freezing devices can leave

The Smartlipo triplex allows the

physician to use three different laser

energies to tighten, lift, and sculpt loose skin effectively from the inside out.

nently removed from the area. These lasers also

not seen with other fat reducing devices. it is most

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RHINOPLASTY HEALTH, BEAUTY AND FITNESS

(NOSE SURGERY, NOSE RESHAPING) By Tong Duong, M.D., M.B.A., C.H.R.M.

Does anybody see the elephant in the room Or a rhino for that matter.

In the quest for a beautiful face, one sometimes overlooks the

obvious at the center of it all, the nose. Though overshadowed by the gleaming eyes and flashy smiles in the animated state of

Adil Ceydeli, M.D., M.S. and Tong Duong, M.D.,M.B.A, C.H.R.M. Plastic Surgery Institute & Spa Panama City, Fl • Destin, Fl (850) NIP-TUCK (647-8825) www.ceydeli.com www.850niptuck.com

enchantment, the nose does not have to play second fiddle to

those features in a quiet sleeping beauty. We overlook the obvious because it has no easy solution.

focus must remain the nose itself. it is the nose that occupies the most central location of the face, giving it tremendous aesthetic importance. it establishes the aesthetic theme of the whole face. it should blend with other features, but still have a charm of its own, lending accent and contrast to the face. it is essential for the nose to look natural, not “surgical”. We take pride in the nonoperated appearance of noses done at our Clinic.

Rhinoplasty, the nose shaping procedure, is one of the most

challenging operations in plastic surgery. The surgeon artist has to work in three different media: soft tissue, cartilage, and bone;

each with its own shaping techniques and healing metamorphoses. There is always some uncertainty in the end results, which will not finalize until months after surgery. This procedure is needed

Different types of noses that are corrected at our Clinic:

•REPAIR OF THE EXCESSIVELY PROMINENT OR LARGE NOSE – sometimes it is

when the animation of the eyes and lips cannot overcome the

a high hump or the entire “dorsum” that needs reduction. other times it is an oversized tip. it could be both. the column in between the nostrils may be too prominent, and require reduction.

obviousness of the nose.

Cleopatra’s nose, had it been shorter, the whole face of the world

•REPAIR OF A SMALL OR FLAT NOSE – sometimes the “bridge” or dorsum

would have been changed (Blaise Pascal, 1658). We at Plastic

requires elevation. this must be done conservatively, so that it looks natural. these operations are most commonly done for asians. sometimes it is only the tip that needs a little forward thrust.

Surgery Institute & Spa take to heart this potentially world

changing procedure.

RHINOPLASTY is the art of reshaping a nose, to bring it into harmony with

other features of the face. sometimes, however, other operations must combine with that in order to have maximum aesthetic improvement. there may be a weak chin that needs enhancement for facial balance, or sunken areas around the base of the nose require building up to rescue the nose from the valley it sits in, or too long an upper lip that confers to the adjacent nose an impression of being too short. our artistic foundation and broad ethnic cliental at Plastic surgery institute & spa allows us to identify and correct those unkind characteristics mentioned above, that can forever hold the nose hostage. With the improved methods, we can then make appropriate and accurate modifications. But the central

•MIXED REPAIR – adding to some parts of the nose, and subtracting from others. an example would be a prominent hump in a nose with inadequate tip projection. We must add to the tip’s projection but the hump should be reduced. •REPAIR OF WIDE OR FLARED NOSTRILS •DELICATE AESTHETIC REFINEMENTS – Various delicate maneuvers often do

wonders and convert an unattractive nose into beauty and elegance with very little surgery.

•REPAIR AFTER INJURY – often nose repairs occur after injury, either as an adult or back in childhood. the inside of the nose may need modification to improve the breathing process.

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Hormonal Changes with Pregnancy HEALTH, BEAUTY AND FITNESS

By nitin BaWa, md

My wife recently gave birth to a beautiful baby girl and I have had a chance to experience the effects of a huge change in her hormones which helps me to understand how womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hormones work.

Pregnant women

times women are left with some melasma, however,

affect them during

surge of hormones

to improve this. it is important to use mild lasers

it is no wonder that

experience a huge

that affects the entire

body. a rise in human

Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) caused severe

there are some laser treatments that can be used because some strong lasers can make melasma worse.

nausea for my wife and some weight loss initially.

soon after delivering, there is a sudden drop in

to suppress appetite and might boost metabolism.

Progesterone cream is available over-the-counter

hCG has been used in weight loss because it helps a surge in estrogens caused the skin to be quite

soft and supple. however some of these hormones

also causes the skin to turn darker and can cause

progesterone which causes post partum depression.

pregnancy and later. when women lose their hormones at

menopause, there

are many problems which arise.

and has been used as a natural alternative for post

some physicians find it easier to use birth control

cian about usage.

there are other, more natural options. however, it

partum blues, but it is important to consult a physi-

pills or synthetic hormones at menopause, but

is important to talk to a physician who understands

uneven pigmentation on face called melasma.

oxytocin is a hormone that is released with breast

quality of skin and can be used as a prescription

uterus shrink down. Prolactin is a hormone that

dr. Bawa is a board certified internal medicine

this hormone can affect hormone production.

hormones, Weight Loss and aesthetics. he can be

estriol is one of the estrogens that improves the

cream to help improve quality of skin for postmenopausal women.

the uneven pigmentation often resolves but many

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feeding; this same hormone helps to make the

helps in the production of milk and abnormalities in Women have so many different hormones that

bio-identical hormones to get help with this.

Physician with a special interest in Bio-identical reached at (850) 424-7320; visit his website at www.drbawa.com.

HEALTH, BEAUTY AND FITNESS

The Truth about X-rays By

JuLia sPranG, dmd

the Center For CosmetiC and FamiLy dentistry there are so many questions and myths floating around about dental x-rays and it is time to clear the air and present some facts. many patients are hesitant about having x-rays taken at dental visits and do not understand their importance and necessity. While reasons for not wanting your x-rays taken may vary, much of the issue can be cleared up with accurate knowledge and education. here are some frequently asked questions about dental x-rays:

many patients do not want dental x-rays because

WHY ARE X-RAYS NECESSARY?

that generate nuclear energy. People worldwide

X-rays can provide valuable information to the dentist that cannot be seen on a visual exam alone. they help to provide a full picture, allowing your dentist to see possible cavities between your teeth or under fillings, cracks, infection at the roots of your teeth, cancers, bone abnormalities, periodontal disease and other lesions that can be missed without proper x-rays. also x-rays are absolutely necessary for implants, orthodontic treatment and dentures.

HOW OFTEN DO YOU NEED DENTAL X-RAYS? your body and your mouth are constantly changing and therefore you need new dental x-rays periodically. there are many factors that come into play when a dentist recommends x-rays, such as the patient’s present oral health, risk for cavities, stage of growth and development, periodontal disease, and other signs and symptoms of oral disease. most people however fall into the category of four bitewing x-rays once a year. this is strongly recommended so that your dentist can do a comprehensive exam and catch any developing conditions or problems early.

WHAT EXACTLY IS AN X-RAY? dental radiographs are images that are made when X-ray radiation passes through the mouth and is caught on a film or digital sensor. the X-rays themselves are actually a form of electromagnetic radiation; this is a form of energy that is transmitted through the air.

they feel they have had too many other medical x-rays that year and it is too dangerous.

radiation can occur in one of two forms, ionizing and non-ionizing. dental X-rays are a form of

ionizing radiation, which can be natural or man-

made. some examples of natural sources of ionizing radiation include some minerals, cosmic radiation

from the sun, air, soil, and radon gas. man-made ionizing radiation occurs when people take part in certain activities that enhance exposure, such as

flying in an airplane, having medical/dental X-rays taken, using computers, and using other devices receive about 2.4msv naturaL radiation exposure in one year, 3.0msv in the united states. as

far as man-made ionizing radiation exposure goes in the united states the average person is exposed to 0.6msv per year (this can vary from person to

person). dental X-rays contribute to about 0.2% of the total exposure to radiation a person receives in one year. this can also be broken down in the following way:

• if 3.0msv is the natural occurring radiation

the average american is exposed to in one year, here are some comparable numbers:

• a 5 hour plane flight is about 0.025msv of

exposure, equivalent to 3 days of exposure

• a mammogram is about 0.42msv of expo-

sure, equivalent to 50 days of exposure

• a chest x-ray is about 0.1msv of exposure,

equivalent to 10 days of exposure

• a dental X-ray (Bitewing/image) is about 0.005msv

of exposure, equivalent to less than 1 day

as can be seen by some of these statistics, a dental X-ray offers significantly less radiation exposure than one may think. Furthermore the risk of taking X-rays is usually far out-weighed by the benefits of your dentist being able to diagnose periodontal disease, cavities, cancers and other problems early. so next time you are in your dental office considering waiving your X-rays, reconsider as your dentist can draw invaluable information about your oral health with a visual and radiographic exam.

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THE RADIAL APPROACH HAS CERTAIN INHERENT ADVANTAGES:

• Dual blood supply which limits the potential for limb threatening ischemia

• Advantageous for obese patients, patients

with severe occlusive aortoiliac disease, patients with peripheral vascular disease

• Advantageous for patients with difficulty

How impor tant are Straight Teeth

dr. amBer WieBe

Some lucky people are born with straight teeth. Others are not. Having straight teeth is not only important in looking great; there are also functional dental benefits to straight teeth. While correcting misaligned, crowded teeth can dramatically improve one’s appearance by bringing the lips and teeth into proportion, correcting alignment can also contribute to improvement of your overall dental health and physical wellbeing. At Santa Rosa Beach Dental, my staff and I educate our patients on this topic regularly.

laying/lot (back pain, obesity, CHF) • The vessel is easily compressible

STRAIGHT TEETH MAKE MOUTH AND GUMS HEALTHIER:

• Less chance for local nerve injury

• Radial approach allows earlier patient

We explain this to our patients regularly. straight teeth are easier for the

ambulation and closure devices are not necessary

patient to keep clean at home. When they are straight, there are less hard-to

– reach areas that patients can miss. over time these hard to miss areas on

• Vascular complications are less frequent (1, 8-10)

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teeth can accumulate plaque and tooth structure underneath the plaque can become decayed if the plaque is not removed. THEREFORE, CROWDED TEETH ARE MORE PRONE TO CAVITIES.

STRAIGHT TEETH HELP TO WARD OFF PERIODONTAL DISEASE: not being able to clean the gumline areas around and between teeth due to

crowding can cause gingivitis and even periodontal disease. Gingivitis is quite

common for patients with crowded teeth because gingivitis is caused by chronic trappage of bacteria around the gumline of the teeth. if gingivitis persists, it can develop into periodontal disease which includes jaw bone loss and eventually even tooth loss.

STRAIGHT TEETH DECREASE WEAR AND INCREASE FUNCTIONALITY: the upper and lower teeth must align properly in order to create proper chewing function. straight teeth decrease wear on any one tooth. straight

teeth also are less likely to break or fracture. Crooked teeth create mechanical complications, such as teeth sticking too far out and teeth that may put too much stress on other teeth.

malocclusion can also cause tmJ (temporomandibular joint) pain from undue

and joint must compensate for this poor fit. this

added muscle tension can cause severe pain and multiple symptoms of tmJ.

STRAIGHT TEETH IMPROVE HOW PEOPLE SEE YOU AND HOW YOU SEE YOURSELF: nearly a third of americans say the first thing they notice about someone is their smile. a beautiful

smile can create a lasting impression. many studies

have been performed which evaluate the perception of attractiveness, intelligence and overall well being as it relates to straight teeth. People with straight teeth are seen as most attractive, intelligent and personable in all studies. in a recent invisalign

study, straight teeth can even help you get a better job! hiring managers saw applicants with straight smiles as more qualified and more personable. how interesting!

THE SOLUTION- INVISALIGN OR CROWNS

Invisalign is a clear removable retainer system custom designed

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to over time slowly move your teeth into their desirable position. This set of clear retainers is usually worn over a period of 6 months to 2 years depending on the initial amount of crowding.

Crowns can be designed to straighten a group of teeth that may be an isolated area of crowding, or the entire section of upper or lower teeth. Called “instant ortho”, with design and planning at our office straight temporaries can be fabricated and placed in one day. We have seen amazing results with both crowns and with Invisalign. With both treatments our patients appreciate that they do not have metal brackets on

their teeth. The procedures are different, but one benefit to crowns is the final straight result can be accomplished in a few weeks. straight teeth are not only for cosmetic reasons now you have a understanding of why straight teeth are essential. Please call dr.amber Wiebe dmd at santa rosa Beach dental and set up a complimentary consultation for your invisalign and crowns today!

stress on the joint. if the bite is off, the muscles

Having straight teeth is not only important in looking great; there are also functional dental benefits to straight teeth

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more than 40,500 babies have been born at FWBmC since we opened our doors in 1974. no one in our area has done it longer – or with more compassion. When it comes to having babies, experience matters, and our physicians and nurses have the experience that matters to you and your baby.

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We also have a neonatal intensive Care unit (Level ii) for premature infants, or those needing additional care. When a premature childbirth is anticipated or a mother is considered high-risk, our neonatologists and peri-neonatologists are available to consult with parents and address their questions and concerns. Babies who have to stay at the hospital once mom is discharged can still have their family nearby. more than 800 families can tell you what this niCu has meant to them and their families since the unit opened in 2007. We hope you never need this service, but it’s good to know it’s there when you need it.

You’ll Call it Wonderful: We Call it Couplet Care

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mother-baby care, or couplet care, is not the same as rooming in, where you are expected to care for your baby by yourself after childbirth. instead, the same nurse cares for both mom and baby in the comfort and convenience of her room. as the mother, it is your decision when your baby leaves your room.

What are the benefits of couplet care? • smoother adjustment

• Better communication

• more confidence through better education

• Peace of mind having your baby at your side

• Breastfeeding is easier and likely to be more successful • your baby will cry less and be more stable at your side • no special moments are missed • Family bonding is promoted

Safe & Secure

a state-of-the-art infant security system enhances your baby’s safety and your peace of mind. Fort Walton Beach medical Center installed the hugs and Kisses® infant Protection system to safeguard its infants and children. each infant wears a comfortable and unobtrusive hugs tag attached by the means of a soft tamper-proof strap around his or her ankle. alarms are generated if the strap is cut or tampered with, if the infant is moved to an unauthorized zone, or if the tag's signal is no longer detected. the system activates security cameras which record activity at the door at the time of the alarm and one minute prior to the alarm. For more information about our Women’s service or to schedule a tour of the Center for new Life, please call (850)864-0213 or sign up for our blog about all things baby at thedailyWaddle.com.

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Emerald Lady

i was born in apple Valley, California (home of

by having our first live auction. today the

be stuffed) and was raised in the small town of

including the sip & shop tour down 30a, the

the roy rogers museum, where trigger used to College station, texas, the home of texas a&m

university. i lived with my mother and three sisters. i grew up in a small college town, which was

wonderful. my Father was in the air Force and so, moved quite frequently.

in 1978, i married my first love, mike, and we are

celebrating our 35th anniversary at the end of

april in French Polynesia – Bora Bora and tahiti.

mike and i have two beautiful married daughters – heather and Lauren; two great sons-in- law;

and one grandson, William michael. We are also thrilled to be expecting our first grandaughter, sophie, in June.

i received my Bachelors degree in Business and

throwdown weekend includes multiple events

Chi Chi miguel Golf tournament, and Krewe &

Brew event with a silent auction. the throwdown is built around a live auction, of which each lot

sold goes directly 100% to a named charity. our

biggest lot has been dinner with academy award winner morgan Freeman for the last two years.

mr. Freeman is a wonderful man who has been so incredibly generous with his time to come to

our area to do the dinner for charity. this lot alone raised $80,000 at last year’s throwdown.

WHICH CELEBRITIES WILL ATTEND THIS YEAR, WHO HAS ATTENDED IN THE PAST? Celebrities attending this year include:

graduated Cum Laude at athens state university

• Celebrity Chef emeril Lagasse

dream is to complete my mBa at some time in

keyboardist Jonathan Cain

in athens, alabama when i was 40 years old. my the near future.

WHAT IS YOUR OCCUPATION? i am a full time fundraiser for non-profits and philanthropist.

WHAT IS THE CHI CHI MIGUEL THROWDOWN AND HOW ARE YOU INVOLVED? many years ago my husband mike and i began

visiting wine country and collecting wine, and as a result made many friends in the wine world. at the urging of our wine country friends during

a party in healdsburg, Ca, a challenge was made as to who cooked the best BBQ ribs. the plan

made in the kitchen of a California home was to hold the contest in our backyard in sandestin in the spring of 2007.

the first Chi Chi miguel throwdown involved

two California vintners versus mike barbequing ribs in our back yard. i organized, hosted this

• Journey rock band song writer and • san Francisco Giants baseball great and vintner rich aurilia

• 23 year baseball great and humanitarian rusty staub

our rock star wine celebrities include: • Bob Cabral of Williams selyem Winery • dan Kosta and michael Browne of Kosta Browne Winery

• david Long of david arthur Vineyards • tor Kenward of tor Kenward Family Wines

• Juan mercado of realm Cellars

• mark mcWilliams of arista Winery

• Julianna martinelli of martinelli Winery • mike haney of Black dog Cellars

over the years we’ve had over 30 different celebrity vintners in attendance.

WHAT IS THE CH CHI MIGUEL THROWDOWN

party, and named the event after mike’s childhood

TROPHY?

success that everyone wanted to return to the

from professional judges for the best ribs. the

nickname. this throwdown was such an enormous beautiful emerald Coast each year, again and

again. each year the event grew with more participants and attendees from around the usa.

every year our wine country friends would urge

us to use this venue as a way to raise money for charity. so, in 2011 we held the first Chi Chi miguel throwdown as a fundraiser and raised money 26 ~ may/June 2013

it is a perpetual trophy voted on in a blind judging

winners get to keep the trophy for a year and then return it to us for the next throwdown.

WHO ARE THE PAST WINNERS OF THE CHI CHI MIGUEL THROWDOWN TROPHIES? • 2007 winner - John holdredge of holdredge Wines

Emerald Lady Valerie Thompson

Wife Mother Grandmother Full time Fundraiser Philanthropist

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Emerald Lady WHICH CHARITIES ARE THE BENEFICIARIES, HOW MUCH MONEY HAS BEEN RAISED?

While we have held this event for 6 years,

it has only been a fundraiser for 2 years,

and with the help of our friends has raised

over $750,000, of which 100% went directly

to the charities.

our charities this year are: • emerald Coast Children’s advocacy

Center

• emeril Lagasse Foundation

• Children’s Volunteer health network

• Food for thought

• Camille’s art for autism

• the George rodrigue Foundation of

the arts

• alaqua animal refuge

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR MOST REWARDING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE? having a career after fifty. if i can do it,

anyone can. also, raising the huge

amount of money we have been able to

raise makes my effort throughout the year

worth it. additionally, all the help and

support we have received from our local

friends and others from all over the

country has been very humbling.

ARE

YOU INVOLVED WITH ANY OTHER

ORGANIZATIONS?

i am involved with and work throughout

the year with all the charities we help

raise money for.

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO THE EMERALD COAST? mike and i visited the area for years,

enjoying the most beautiful beaches we had ever seen. We decided to move

full-time to sandestin in 1999. We love it

here and the only other place we would like to live part time is in California wine

country—we are searching for a spot there. • 2008 winner - mike thompson

• 2009 winner - dan Kosta of Kosta

Browne Winery

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• 2011 winner (when we became a

fundraiser) - mike and Bob Cabral

• 2012 winner - Chef emeril Lagasse &

Chef Chris Wilson, the herbert Brothers

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN? travel, enjoy time with friends and family, dance,

workout and practice yoga, read a great deal and shop.

Emerald Lady WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT?

HOBBIES & INTERESTS:

FAVORITE MOVIE:

i was incredibly honored that my daughter heather

dancing, zumba, etc.

favorite love stories are Jezebel and the Quiet man.

asked me to be in delivery room when my grandson

Classic movies and any kind of dancing - ballroom

this is difficult because i am a classic film buff. my

William michael was born. it was a miracle, and i was blessed to be there. i will also be present when

FAVORITE BOOK:

my favorite musical is oklahoma, my favorite

my sophie is born.

recent favorite book is Pillars of the earth.

is the Lion in Winter.

WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGE TODAY?

WORST HABIT:

maintaining balance in life in my

all-time favorite is to Kill a mockingbird, most

Procrastination

personal relationships with family

comedy is the Birdcage, and my favorite drama

FAVORITE MUSIC:

everything from classical music to Pit Bull.

FAVORITE COLOR:

and friends while maintaining a

Changes all the time

hectic and busy travel schedule.

We attend and support numerous

FAVORITE FLOWERS:

philanthropic events all over the

hot pink roses & orchids

usa and also travel for fun.

FAVORITE SCENT:

most anything by Kilian

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MEMORY?

FAVORITE SPORT:

although my Father was in the air

tennis

Force and was stationed all over the world, he visited us every

FAVORITE TIME OF DAY:

i always spent a month each

wine with mike

chance he could. my sisters and

the evening, enjoying a glass of

summer with him.

LIKES:

Positive people

MY GRANDMOTHER ALWAYS TOLD ME: my grandmother, who i was very

DISLIKES: negativity

close to and loved very much,

“never to say anything that you

would not want printed on the

MOST PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED

front page of the newspaper.”

IF THEY KNEW:

that i’m really an introvert

those are good words to live by.

IF I LIVED OUTSIDE OF THE USA IT WHOM DO YOU MOST ADMIRE?

WOULD BE:

italy along the italian riviera or in

i most admire my daughters

tuscany

Lauren and heather. heather, because she is a caring and

thoughtful young woman and

IF I BANISHED TO A DESERT ISLAND FOR A YEAR I WOULD TAKE:

mother. Lauren, because she is

my grandson, lots of sunscreen, and

a fearless entrepreneur and

a fishing pole.

considerate young woman.

IF I WERE STUCK IN AN ELEVATOR WITH SOMEONE I WOULD LIKE IT TO BE:

WHEN ARE YOU MOST CONTENT?

George Clooney because he is

in the early morning when i am

gorgeous and funny

alone and with my dog emme.

WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO OR PHILOSOPHY?

BEST ASSET:

IF YOU COULD MAKE ONE WISH, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

make the most of every moment.

he makes me smile?

really wish people would stop killing each other. elj

We are only here on this earth for a short time so

my husband, mike or my smile, perhaps because

sounds corny, but i would wish for world peace. i

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7th Annual Chi

Chi Miguel Throwdown

$740,000

Tidbits & Happenings

Raises

Proceeds Benefit 7 Gulf Coast Charities The forces of generosity were in play at this spring’s successful Chi Chi Miguel Throwdown. Guests raised a significant $740,000 in the 2-day event featuring a golf tournament at Emerald Bay Golf Club, a Sip ‘n Shop lady’s tour along 30-A, Krewe & Brew at the Hilton Sandestin and an impressive finale with a backyard barbeque at the home of CCMT founders, Mike and Emerald Lady Valerie Thompson in Sandestin. A highlight of the last event was the announcement of the 2013 Perpetual Trophy winning team for creating the best barbeque. Judged by an esteemed panel - John Currence, the City Grocery Restaurant Group; Susan Kenward, food/lifestyle writer and wife of winemaker Tor Kenward; and Jim Richard, chef/owner of Stinky’s Fish Camp and Blue Mountain Catering Co. Larry & The Darryls were this year’s winners. ‘Larry and the Darryls’ 2013 Best BBQ perpetual trophy winners, Juan mercado/realm Cellars, tor Kenward/tor Kenward Family Wines, dean Gray/riverain Winery and david Long/david arthur Vineyards.

auctioneer ursula hermacinski and Baseball Veteran rusty staub.

don Kosta (L) and Journey musician Jonathan Cain (r), with stephen & Lori Karian, winners of the revelation 50/50 Blend of Williams selyem and Kosta Browne wine.

emerald Lady Valerie thompson, allison Kosta and mike thompson.

allison & dan Kosta/Kosta Browne Winery, steve & Lynn dugas

Celebrities on hand during the event were celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse; 24-year baseball veteran Rusty Staub; Jonathan Cain, musician, songwriter and longtime member of the rock band Journey; and nationally known auctioneer, Ursula Hermacinski. Benefiting charities were Alaqua Animal Refuge, Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center, Food for Thought, George Rodrigue Foundation, Children’s Volunteer Health Network, Camille’s Art For Autism and Emeril Legasse Foundation. 100% of the proceeds went directly to the nonprofit organizations. For further information, visit www.chichimiguelthrowdown.com, or find CCMT on Facebook.

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(l-r) Kate, amber, sophie, (back) olivier, oli and jack

‘Super Mom’ Dr. Amber Wiebe

God could not be everywhere, so he created mothers I was born in San Francisco, California, lived in Savannah, Georgia, graduated from the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!) and also from University of Florida College of Dentistry where I met my husband, Olivier Broutin. My family and I absolutely love this area as well as the beaches and the casual atmosphere of Destin and Walton County.

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“The art of mothering is to teach the art of living to children.”

Super Mom OCCUPATION:

WHAT IS YOUR SECRET TO JUGGLING LIFE, FAMILY AND DENTAL PRACTICE? my secret is balance and good time management skills. my other secret is a

mother/dentist/Wife

helpful and understanding husband.

HOBBIES:

Working out, reading, spending time with the family

WHAT IS YOUR PROUDEST MOMENT OF BEING A MOM?

HUSBAND:

(whether it is school related, personal or extracurricular) or just watching them

i find that little successes: such as watching the child overcome a difficulty

dr. olivier Broutin, an implant dentist at Bluewater Bay dental

play is very rewarding.

i have four children; oli age 8, jack age 7, sophie age 6 and Kate age 5.

WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU SHARE WITH OTHER MOMS TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS?

develop into interesting little people!

day if you set goals with what you want to accomplish daily.

CHILDREN:

They are all special in their own way! i am so excited to watch them grow and

Have a plan and work on organizing your time. you can get a lot done in one

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT ROLE OF BEING A MOM?

KIDS EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

Karate at resolute martial arts in destin and swimming

To me, it’s so important that the role of motherhood in my life does not erase

DESCRIBE A TYPICAL DAY IN YOUR LIFE:

who i am. yes, being a mom is the most important job, but i do not forget that

plishment. some days i am literally scheduled too tight between personal,

an important role, but i can’t forget about the other roles i play.

There is no typical day in my life! i try to balance the time, which is an accom-

family, business and social events. The destin traffic also sometimes puts a glitch in my plans!

The day in the life of the Broutin/Wiebe family is a full team effort. my husband and i both work effectively as a team to make sure everything is accomplished and we can each do what we want for that day. i work hard while at work and am a full time mom as soon as the kids get off the bus!

before i was a mother i was a woman with a life. i know motherhood may be

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Tidbits Happenings

The modern eldorados

Victory rustled up at 6th Annual Emerald Coast Cattle Barons’ Ball $ ! 175,000 raised at the Emerald Coast Cattle

Barons’ Ball to benefit the American Cancer Society

Guests danced to The modern eldorados and line danced under dj anthony rine’s instruction till the cows came home.

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sarah Becnel was the highest bidder on new orleans saints superbowl Xli football, autographed by drew Brees.

Dawn Royall, James Davis and Todd Royall James Davis winner of the footballs autographed by Coach Nick Saban & quarterback AJ McCarron for the Crimson Tide.

Tidbits

& Happenings

early 500 cowboys and cowgirls, donned in their best

Western attire, rode into the 6th annual emerald coast

cattle Baron’s Ball at sandestin Golf and Beach resort.

This year, the urban cowboy Honky Tonk & dance Hall themed

evening was filled with activities from gaming to a silent auction,

live auction, photo corral, lasso the Vino, dancing, and the highlight of the evening, The modern eldorados with country line dancing

lessons by dj anthony rine. There were sightings of john Travolta, deborah Winger and micky Gilley mingling with the guests.

live auction bids came rolling in for exceptional sporting items,

including a crimson Tides football autographed by legendary coach nick saban and an official nFl football autographed by quarterback

Doug & Kristina Remington Barbara & Gene Speni

drew Brees from the new orleans saints superbowl XliV win. “The generosity of our sponsors and guests enabled all previous

records to be topped this year with $175,000 raised,” commented

event chair Kay Phelan. “it was an amazing evening to benefit the american cancer society and help give cancer the boot.”

The emerald coast unit of the american cancer society operates

with five staff members, supported by more than 700 volunteers in

okaloosa, Walton and Holmes counties. For further information, call (850) 244-3813, or visit www.cancer.org.

Charlie & Laura Bland

Tim Krueger and Woofy Ramone

Ray and Martha Jones

Hunner Smith, Erin Igram and Johnathan Doria

Dr. Marinella and Robert Monk

Drs. Julia Sprang and Stephanie Strauss Robert Lopp, Dale Witter, Ron Green and Lisa Morris

Susan Brock & Bill Ferguson

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Tidbits Happenings

Sinfonia Gala Event

Bond & Beyond

ray and martha jones

dr. julia sprang and andrew skinner

This performance was definitely a â&#x20AC;&#x153;shaken not stirredâ&#x20AC;? experience.

jill cadenhead with Tim Krueger and his conductor, michael Krajewski daughter summer Krueger

nina jeffords, sally & Bob Theide, elizabeth carnell and roger Hall

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shea smith, dave Palmer and erin igram

Celebrating 50 years of James Bond featuring Tony Award-winning singer/actress Debbie Gravitte Conductor, Michael Krajewski

From Sinfonia with love! The Orchestra celebrated their seventh season (007) and the golden anniversary of the world's favorite spy, performing the music that made the Bond films famous. Award-winning singer Debbie Gravitte, who won the prestigious Tony Award for her role as the featured actress in Jerome Robbinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Broadway, joined the orchestra to perform Bond favorites such as "Diamonds Are Forever," "Secret Agent Man," "Goldfinger," and more.

Tidbits & Happenings Purse Sale and Auction Raises over $7,800 for Domestic Violence Center Women from across the Emerald Coast made their way to Silver Sands Premium Outlets for Purses with a Purpose, a unique event benefiting Shelter House, the domestic violence center serving Okaloosa and Walton counties. Now in its fourth year, the purse sale and auction has become a mustattend event for many. more than 130 shoppers turned out for the ViP party on Friday night to bid on designer handbags from Big Buddha, coach, Kenneth cole, dKny and more. dozens more showed up on saturday morning to snap up the remaining purses at deeply discounted prices. The two-day event raised more than $7,800 to support programs and services such as a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, child therapist, group counseling and violence prevention classes. shelter House accepts purse donations throughout the year at its administrative office located at 102 Buck drive in Fort Walton Beach. For more information about Purses with a Purpose or future events, please contact shelter House at 850-243-1201.

Rosemary Beach Foundation and Shelter House Present 2nd Annual “Walk Her Way” Men, women and children of all ages are invited to don high heels for Walk Her Way at Rosemary Beach’s Town Center on Friday, June 7, 2013, at 6 pm. This strut aims to raise awareness of domestic violence. Will you wear stilettos? or do you prefer a wedge? Whatever your preference, sign up to Walk Her Way at www.walkherway.com or register now. Walkers will stroll around the square as they show off their favorite pair of high heels. The good time doesn’t stop when the walk ends. stick around for the after-party and Free public concert featuring The Forrest Williams Band. decorate your shoes to reflect your style and personality. Team registrations are encouraged, and awards will be given for the team that raises the most money as well as those that have the best theme and best costumes. advance registration is $30 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and includes a t-shirt. registration the day of the walk will be an additional $5 per person from 5pm to 6 pm. The walk will benefit shelter House, the domestic violence center serving

okaloosa and Walton counties and rosemary Beach Foundation, a nonprofit

organization dedicated to promoting cultural, educational, and other charitable activities in rosemary Beach and Walton county.

sponsorships for Walk Her Way are available by calling malayne demars at 850-231-7382. Tidbits & Happenings continued on page 41

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I grew up in Glassboro, NJ, and enlisted in the US Army in 1967. In 1968 I attended the United States Air Force Academy and was part of the 14th graduating class in 1972.

I then went on to Medical School at Tulane, and did my OB/GYN residency at Keesler Air Force Base. I practiced as an OB/GYN at Elmendorf and Eglin Air Force bases, before retiring from the Air Force in 1985. I loved being in the Air Force, and had some of the best years of my life. After retiring, I joined White Wilson Medical Center and have been practicing medicine here for 28 years. Since 2010, I have been the Medical Director in addition to my GYN practice.

my wonderful wife, annie, and i have been married

for 36 years this may. annie keeps me together. she is the wind beneath my wings. she really is.

Honorary Emerald Lady

DELIVERED? Too many to count!

medical care in the state of Florida, emerald coast

IN YOUR

member of the chief medical council for the american

OPINION, WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT

THING AN EXPECTANT MOTHER SHOULD DO? adopt

a healthy lifestyle. The rule of thumb is nothing in excess.

DESCRIBE A TYPICAL DAY IN YOUR LIFE. i am up

early at 5 a.m., then at work by 7 a.m. my day is filled

medical Group association, deacon at First Baptist mary esther, adult sunday school teacher at First Baptist mary esther.

WHAT CHANGES HAVE YOU WITNESSED IN WOMEN’S

with lots of meetings (as medical director) and seeing

HEALTHCARE DURING YOUR CAREER AND WHAT

day by 5 p.m.

of the child-Bearing process and neonatal survival,

my patients (as a physician). i try to get home every-

CHANGES DO YOU EXPECT IN THE FUTURE?

There have been tremendous improvements in safety as well as advances in assisted reproduction.

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO THE EMERALD COAST?

Throughout my career there has been earlier detec-

We loved it so much we have been here ever since.

improved survival, improved standardization of health

my last assignment in the air Force was to eglin aFB.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR INVOLVEMENT IN THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY: White-Wilson began hosting

tion of gynecologic malignancies with subsequent

screening standards (also known as evidence-based medicine) and the HPV vaccination.

the annual little Black dress Party in 2010 to raise

For the future, i expect to see genetic manipulation

tance of preventive healthcare, and to raise money

and genetically engineered organ replacement.

awareness regarding women’s health and the imporfor local charities. unfortunately, there has been a

of disease detection and treatment, nanotechnology

decline in preventive health screenings nation-wide,

and as an organization we wanted to do something

WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGE TODAY?

about it! early detection is the most effective way to find diseases in the early most treatable stages.

at White-Wilson, one of my primary objectives is to help build an organization that will meet the needs

Women’s health has been a life-long passion of mine, and i have been very supportive of this event since its inception.

We have four kids together, two girls and two boys

i am very excited for this year’s lBd Party, and

sister that live here in Fort Walton Beach.

how many people care about the women in this

and three grandchildren. i also have my mom and

surgery center medical executive committee,

amazed at how it continues to grow! it’s great to see

The u.s. healthcare system. as medical director

of the community. The results of a national study indicate that this may be more difficult to do in the

future. The study showed that 60% of doctors wish they could be doing something else, and 60% plan to retire in the next five years.

community, and want to make a difference.

WHAT WORRIES YOU THE MOST ABOUT THE WORLD TODAY? economic disparity and its consequences.

as medical director for White-Wilson medical center.

The lBd Party has grown so much that White-Wilson

WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN? spend time with my

responsible for integrating the business and medicine

community Foundation (WWcF) to host the lBd

OCCUPATION: i am a physician, and currently serving

The medical director, or chief medical officer, is

aspects of the clinic. There is significant departmental-

ization of functions in an organization as large as

decided to form a non-profit, the White-Wilson

Party event. The WWcF further expands the mission

family, travel, golf, and read.

of the lBd Party from women’s health to the overall

FINISH THIS STATEMENT. MY PARENTS ALWAYS TOLD ME: “…remember who you are.”

White-Wilson, and the chief medical officer is part

health of the community. The mission of the

Foundation is to improve the community’s health

FAVORITE BOOK: The ring Trilogy

as medical director, i am part psychiatrist, part media-

proud to be a founding member of the executive

WORST HABIT: laziness

the most challenging thing i have ever done, but i

serve as the secretary. White-Wilson is dedicated

BEST ASSET: i’m a good listener

team are very satisfying.

community and the lBd Party and the Foundation

FAVORITE FOOD: Pad-Thai

of the leadership team.

tor, part negotiator and part culture-changer. This is have to say the benefits of an integrated medical

WHY DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN MEDICINE? i had a

and wellness through service and education. i am

board of directors for the Foundation, and currently

to making a difference in the lives of people in this

are examples of our commitment in doing this.

childhood experience that led me into medicine, and

ARE YOU INVOLVED IN ANY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS?

care of people.

White-Wilson community Foundation Board of

always knew i wanted to be a doctor to help take

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White-Wilson medical center Board of directors,

directors, Proassurance underwriting Board of

directors, which meets quarterly to review quality

FAVORITE COLOR: Blue FAVORITE SPORT: Golf IF I WERE STUCK IN AN ELEVATOR WITH SOMEONE, I WOULD LIKE IT TO BE: ravi Zacharias elj

Honorary Emerald Lady Karl W Metz, MD, FACOG

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“LAUGHING MATTERS ” Handywoman BY PEPPER JAMES

i love the spring, as it’s a perfect time to embark on an outdoor project that is otherwise too unpleasant, weather-wise, to pursue. Two years ago i put a lovely flowerbed in around my screened-in pool. last year i sanded down and repainted my back porch rails and columns, then spiffed it up with new furniture and outdoor carpeting. This year i’ve decided to attack the downstairs front porch.

From the street, the porch doesn’t look too bad. But when you get up close and really look, like i did one beautiful saturday morning, i discovered rotting trim around all six columns along the front, ratty cat furniture, calcified plastic chairs, corroded overhead fans, screens with holes and tears, an ancient porch swing with rusted chains and splintered arms, a peeling front door with mismatched paint exposed, and everything covered in green grime. i don’t have any intuitive skills as far as this type of work goes. i just “wing it” and hope for the best. i also normally get advice from my parents, sister and strangers at the hardware store. This year i also have a friend who seems to be quite handy. When i told her the trim was rotting on my porch columns, she replied, “you have to use pressurized wood,” and “the trick is getting the 45 degree angle cut just right.” i didn’t know what she was talking about, but it sounded good, so i called my father with this information. “daddy, i want to replace the trim on my columns.

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my friend said i need to use pressurized wood, and that the hardest part is cutting the 45 degree angles.” “you need wolmanized wood,” he stated. “and i’m not letting you use my saw.” “Womanized? What’s womanized wood? is that the same as pressurized wood?” “Wolmanized, not womanized. and i’m not letting you use my saw.” “Why not?” “Because you’ll hurt yourself. i’ll bring some wood down next time i come over, and i’ll make the cuts.” i looked up wolmanized wood on my iPad. apparently it’s a type of pressurized wood. The wood that was previously used, my father explained, was paperwood.

Paperwood? i looked that up on my iPad. apparently it’s a type of wood made from paper and it comes in either one or two ply. and shouldn’t be used outdoors. Which explains the rotting trim. since i couldn’t work on the columns, i decided to work on the door. i dug out my cute little “mouse” sander i bought last spring and went to work. almost. The sander, which worked fine on the rails in the back, wouldn’t make a dent in the paint on the door. i called my dad. “daddy, do you have a sander i can borrow so i can sand down my front door?” “i do, but it’s too heavy for you. i’ll do it next time i come over.”

my boyfriend came outside right about then. “Honey, would you take these chairs and that ratty cat couch to the dump for me today?” i asked sweetly. “i’m never going to the dump again,” he replied without hesitation. “i went that one time when we

cleaned out the garage, and i am never setting foot in that slimy, stinky, disgusting dump again. ever. i’ll pay someone else to do that - it’s not going to be me.”

sigh. i called my dad again. “daddy, how do you replace the screens over these windows?” “Those are customized sizes. you’re probably going to have to order new ones.” “How do i get the rusted chains off the porch swing?” “you’ll need a bolt-cutter, and i’m not letting you use mine. i’ll do it next time i come down.” “How do...?” never mind. This was a losing battle.

maybe i could do something with the fans. i read on eHow that if they’re still working, you can take them down and sand them, then repaint them and put them back up. i wasn’t sure if they still worked, so i turned them on from the switch by the front door. nothing happened. i was just about to go get a ladder so i could pull the chains, when i noticed several hornets buzzing around. That’s when i discovered hornets had built nests on the fan blades. i went out to the garage and found several cans of hornet killer. all expired. so the first step in my new spring project is actually to get in the car and drive to the hardware store to purchase some hornet killer. Because i can’t do anything with the fans, rotting trim, ratty furniture, calcified chairs, rusted porch swing, peeling door or holey screens until i get rid of the hornets. Then i’ll need to just wait for my dad to come over. Pepper James is a local humorist who welcomes any comments or questions regarding her articles. She can be reached at pjlaughing@gmail.com.

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The 25th annual artsQuest arts and music Festival will be held in Watercolor, may 10-12, and includes

130 exhibiting artists, art workshops, live demos, â&#x20AC;&#x153;imagination - Where kids rule,â&#x20AC;? performing art, music, a culinary arts pavilion and more. justin

starting sunday, may 5 from 9-2 at Barrett square. The market will run every sunday and will add Thursday's from 9-2 between memorial day and labor day weekends.

lyon's 2013 artsQuest arts & music Festival poster

image winner artwork will be featured on posters, t-shirts, and advertisements for the event. as an

artsQuest exhibitor, lyons will showcase a diverse collection of his work and attendees are invited to

stop by his booth to meet him and have their com-

Woman of the Year

memorative poster autographed. Posters will be available for $15.

lyons original artwork is on display at a. Wickey

studio-Gallery in rosemary Beach, exhibit7 (inside

artesano jewels) and Full circle Gallery in Fort Walton Beach. For more information, visit

www.artsQuestFlorida.com or call 850-622-5970. The cultural arts alliance of Walton county (caa) unveils the 25th annual artsQuest arts & music

Festival poster image, designed by south Walton

Opening of new Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Markets

Destin Main Street Market

saturday's year round, 9am-1pm

created a poster image that complements the

destin Water users on main street in destin 850-855-6384; destinsmainstreetmarket@gmail.com Fresh produce, baked goods, olive oil, honey, jellies, preserves, salsa, handmade jewelry, crafts, soaps.

with a quest for heart.

30A Farmers Market @ Rosemary Beach

artist justin lyons. lyons was voted "Best in mixed media" at the 2012 artsQuest Festival and has festival's fun-loving atmosphere and quest for art

Gail Waller from edward jones, receives the honor

of being chosen the 2013 emerald coast chapter of the american Business Women's association Woman of the year, presented by (l) sandy duh,

2012 Woman of the year. Gail Waller was honored

for her dedication to the emerald coast chapter of aBWa and the national association.

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OKALOOSA PUBLIC ARTS ANNOUNCES ITS 2013 PROJECT FEATURING THE ACTIVITIES OF THE NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET

opening at the northwest Florida regional airport in may, the okaloosa Public arts 2013 art show will be a tribute to northwest Florida Ballet and will feature its dancers, students and performances. The show also will include photographs highlighting nFB performances over the past 10 years.

MAY 2 THROUGH JULY 3 EVERY THURSDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK

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concerts at 7pm every Thursday on the event lawn of the mattie Kelly cultural arts Village, 4323 commons dr in destin. 850.650.2226; mattiekellyartsfoundation.org

MAY 3-5 BURNING UP THE BEACHES

Hundreds of car enthusiasts will be bringing their rides to participate in this unique event. Burning up The Beaches will once again feature two days of cruising stops up on down the emerald coast. each stop will have its own unique festivities and events for participants. Those interested in registering their vehicle can do so by visiting www.BurningupTheBeaches.com or by calling 850-3761037. all proceeds from Burning up The Beaches will benefit Horizons of okaloosa county.

MAY 4-5 CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

enjoy live latin entertainment, dancing, food, drink and more all weekend long! starting saturday night, join the destin nights for a latin pub crawl through HarborWalk Village. Purchase a $10 wristband for great drink specials at every stop. all wristband proceeds will benefit the emerald coast autism society. The fun continues on sunday with more song and dance. Help us cheer on crab island cantina as they compete for the record of "World's longest Burrito" along the entire span of the destin Harbor Boardwalk. Then enjoy a cinco de mayo fireworks finale over the destin Harbor.

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DESTIN "WEEK OF BLESSINGS" AND ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE FLEET May 5 - Blessing of the Families - each participating church will join in during their normal sunday weekend services and honor and bless the Families in their churches and have special time for dedicated prayer for them. May 6 - Citywide Day of Prayer and Fasting - everyone is encouraged to pray and fast throughout the day for the city. May 7- Pastor Ministry Day - Pastors will go out in prayer teams and visit specific "community" places in both south Walton and destin. May 8 - Blessing of the Marketplace - located in the life center at the destin united methodist church (200 Beach dr.) in destin. The event will begin at 11:30am and conclude by 1:30pm. lunch

will be provided. during this event, the Pastors will pray for our city as well as our area's community leaders, government and education officials, and individuals and business owners and staff by industry. MAY 9 - BLESSING OF THE FLEET - located at the destin Fishing Fleet marina behind the Fishermen’s Wharf restaurant on Highway 98. at 4pm, a short tent service is held on the docks, followed by a processional by all the Pastors at 5:15pm to individually pray for and bless the charter fishing fleet as each boat passes by for a year of safe passage and bountiful catches. This is followed by a fish fry on the dock. destinblessings.com; 850.837.6324.

MAY 7 2013 WOMEN'S WALL OF HONOR CEREMONY AT 10AM

each year, the occsW holds a ceremony to honor these special women in okaloosa county who have contributed to the well-being of children, families and the citizens of our community. This year, the ceremony to honor the

nominees will be held in the auditorium at the university of West Florida emerald coast, Fort Walton Beach campus.

The honorees’ names also are placed on a plaque located

in the library at the Fort Walton Beach campus of the university of West Florida with a book containing a biographical page

for each woman. For more information, contact shirley Pigott,

850-651-3095; chair@occsw.org or visit www.occsw.org.

MAY 10-12 ARTSQUEST

The 25th annual artsQuest arts and music Festival will

be held in Watercolor, and includes 130 exhibiting artists,

art workshops, live demos, “imagination - Where kids rule,” performing art, music, a culinary arts pavilion and more.

justin lyon's (2013 artsQuest arts & music Festival poster

image winner) artwork will be featured on posters, t-shirts, and advertisements for the event. as an artsQuest exhibitor, lyons will showcase a diverse collection of his work and attendees are invited to stop by his booth to meet him

and have their commemorative poster autographed. Posters will be available for $15. For more information, visit www.artsQuestFlorida.com or call 850-622-5970.

MAY 11 ANNUAL ABWA BILLY BOWLEGS BOAT POKER RUN

Begins and ends at shalimar yacht Basin. Boaters cruise to several local ports, visit the casino room and party at shalimar yacht Basin. The top three poker hands win valuable prize packages and local restaurants donate food for the party. entertainment will be provided. To be a sponsor, call 850-685-8027. To participate, call 850-863-9082 or go to the website www.abwa-ecc.org.

MAY 17-19 THIS IS MY COUNTRY

The Fort Walton Beach community chorus is pleased to announce “This is my country,” a wonderful musical journey across the united states. The shows are Friday, may 17,

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at 7:30 Pm; saturday, may 18, at 7:30 Pm; and sunday, may 19, at 3:00 Pm at the Fort Walton Beach municipal auditorium. For more information and tickets, call lisa stanhope @ 850-543-5298.

MAY 18 4TH ANNUAL LITTLE BLACK DRESS PARTY 6-11PM

emerald coast convention center join us as we bring back the "roaring 20's" for the 4th annual little Black dress Party, hosted by the newly formed White-Wilson community Foundation. corporate tables are available for $650, Premier seating is available for $75 and general tickets are $65. 850-420-9184

MAY 18 LATIN SALSA FESTIVAL AT 10AM

Fort Walton Beach landing Park Full day of latin culture and salsa music including: merengue, regaeton dj and live bands from local, state and national levels. ethnic foods from a variety of local & out-of-town vendors. salsa dance and dominoes exhibition/competition. Fun kid activities & games.

MAY 18-19 6TH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN ARTS FEST

The okaloosa arts alliance and HarborWalk Village invite you, your family and friends to the 6th annual Family Fun arts Fest, which will be held from 12pm to 6pm at HarborWalk Village. The annual event features dozens of local artisans and craft vendors, food and beverages, live music and art performances. Two full days of free family activities; hands on art projects, educational animal presentations and exhibits, face painting and street performances by local artists and students. a silent auction will help raise funds for oaa and okaloosa county school Poster contest entries will be on display. For more information please email amy at abaty@okaloosaarts.org or visit www.okaloosaarts.org.

MAY 23 THE WORLD'S GREATEST BABY SHOWER 5:30-8PM

emerald coast convention center The World’s Greatest Baby shower is hosted by the Healthy start coalition of okaloosa and Walton counties, inc. all pregnant women and new parents, who have had a baby in the last 3 months from okaloosa and Walton counties, are invited for fun, information, light snacks, and great baby shower prizes! local service providers and businesses will provide information on prenatal health, well baby care, parenting, infant health and safety, immunizations and much more! admission is free. 850-833-9284.

MAY 25 MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT CELEBRATION AT 7PM

Harborwalk Village Kick off the summer with free concerts and fun on the

destin Harbor. enjoy a vibrant fireworks display over the destin Harbor after sunday night’s concert. May 25 LATIN SALSA FESTIVAL Waterside outdoor dance festival at Fort Walton Beach landing Park. boricuasausentes.org; 850.882.6801.

MAY 25 AND JUNE 22 STRICTLY WEAVER'S OF THE EMERALD COAST AT 10AM (SWEC) come join us for our monthly meeting where

weaver's and those interested in the art of weaving meet to study the art of hand woven cloth. our program will be on rep Weave. Twin cities Hospital Wellness center, niceville, Fl if attending, please rsvp: call alice @ 850934-4403 or strictlyweavers@yahoo.com.

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MAY 30 – JUNE 1 BILLY BOWLEGS PIRATE FESTIVAL AND TORCHLIGHT PARADE

a week-long festival with food vendors, arts and crafts, music, entertainment, and a fireworks display on Friday. Billy Bowlegs armada landing and mock battle saturday afternoon, and a torchlight parade on sunday evening. fwbchamber.org; 850.244.8191. May 30 at 7pm Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival Torchlight Parade at uptown station. The kickoff event of the 2013 58th annual Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival in Fort Walton Beach, Fl. This is the first event in an entire weekend of pirate-themed festivities at The landing in Fort Walton Beach. it's a family friendly festival built around the legend of capt. Billy Bowlegs, a famed local pirate and adventurer.

EVERY THURSDAY BEGINNING MAY 30 TILL LABOR DAY RED, WHITE, AND BLUE CELEBRATION ON THE HARBOR

The red, White, and Blue celebration at HarborWalk Village is a weekly honoring of a local hero. enjoy live entertainment, face painting, free kids’ crafts, and a WWii replica flyover. The evening is topped off by a spectacular fireworks display over the destin Harbor HarborWalk. Visit harborwalkdestin.com for more information.

JUNE 7 - JUNE 9 SKYSCRAPER

six lives are changed forever when they merge on the rooftop of a building set for demolition and uncover the mysterious threads that connect them to each other. stage crafters presents Skyscraper by Pulitzer-prizewinning playwright david auburn. curtains times for Friday and saturday performances are 7:30pm and 2:00pm for sunday matinee performances. Tickets are $15 and are available at Ps Gifts in Ft. Walton Beach, Bayou Books in niceville, or by visiting www.stagecrafters.com.

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at a ribbon cutting at the new location of covenant Hospice, FWB chamber members (l-r) Tom Goldbod and Mark Dutram presented Beth Tritschler, director of branch operations, a chamber welcome packet.

Tracey Williams (Horizons) won 2 free lunches at a destin chamber Board chairman Mary "lunch and learn" ecPro Anne Windes congratulated the FWBHs meeting. The prize was Jill Strama was chosen as eglinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cheerleading Team captains (l-r) presented by member Joy 96th Test Wing category iii civilian Rebekah Glover, Jordyn Hoffmann and Lamas (revive media Joanna Walls with a certificate acknowl- of the year for 2012. she is pictured services) at a FWB chamber with the 96th Test Wing commander edging the squadsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; awards in national, coffee. World, uca and international competitions. Brig Gen. David Harris (left) and her husband Rick Strama.

members of the destin chamber were on hand for a ribbon cutting of the new location of covenant Hospice offices. am. advertising Federation of the emerald coast President (left) Jennifer Jones and Program chair Erin Igram with LTC Jimmy Brownlee, who presented the program at a recent meeting of the group.

okaloosa county Tax collector Ben Anderson and Tax administrator Justin Gordan were the presenters at a meeting of the republican Women of okaloosa Federated.

(l-r) Nancy Lehfeldt, Linda Gail Martin and Nancy Loose looked very patriotic at a meeting of the republican Women of okaloosa Federated in their red, white and blue. Sandy Gustman was found in the kitchen of Holy Trinity lutheran church preparing food for a luncheon celebrating 25 years of the Women of the evangelical lutheran church of america.

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(l-r) destin councilman Jim Ward, Karen Franklin (eglin Fed. credit union), Tim Roberts (Hope med. clinic) and Debbie Bodenstein (edc) at a destin chamber luncheon.

sitting together at a destin chamber networking luncheon were: (l-r) Dawn Dean (destin cleaners), Mark Clark (okaloosa Gas), Judy Hoepfl (aPeX) and Sherry Harlow (eglin Fed. credit union).

(l-r) Gina Marini (Heritage museum) and Susan Ozbirn (image Printing) were welcomed as new members of emerald coast Public relations organization (ecPro).

(l-r) Adrienne Carr and Maryann Helfrich were representing Fresh start for children and Families at a meeting of the republican Women of okaloosa Federated.

motivational speaker, former PoW and published author col. Ed Hubbard, usaF retired, was the guest speaker at a meeting of the republican Women of okaloosa Federated.

FWB chamber Board President Mark Hamrick was the speaker at a recent meeting of the emerald coast Public relations organization (ecPro). He is shown with Program chair Kathy Morrow. covenant Hospice volunteers: Boomer and his owner Jeri Ghosh

Brigadier General David Harris 96thTest Wing commander thanks Judy Wiseman for serving as an Honorary commander, (2012-2013) to the eglin aFB Hospital and the 96th. Test Wing dental clinic.

Stan Blackmon, Therese Williams and Sharon McAuliffe at a FWB chamber nothing but networking luncheon.

dewey destin’s chef, Jim Shirah won 1st Place at the Girl scout’s destin dessert fundraiser.

Troy university staff members at a FWB chamber Business after Hours; (l-r) Byron Thetford, Amanda Sprosty and Linda Jo Germany

(r) Ken Hair, President & ceo of children in crisis congratulates (l) mario mardones (incoming Honorary commander and (center) judy Wiseman (outgoing Honorary commander) for 2012-2013 at eglin air Force.

Kiona & Corey Pilson at the Girl scout’s dessert Fundraiser.

(l-r) Trish Andrews, Linda Dr. Kornelis Poelstra Kernick, Sandy Buckley, Gaby with his office manager Besecker and Deb West at the sinfonia Gala event. Leandra Tate a the CBB.

Mickey gives Judy Wiseman a hug at disney World.

Hannah Curlee (center), who lost 120 Pounds, was the guest speaker at an awards ceremony for The Biggest loser competition partially sponsored by The FWB chamber. shown with her are (l-r) Nancy Reynolds and Sharon Silsbee.

at The original Waterfront crab shack, Jennifer O’Carroll welcomed FWB chamber members who were attending a nothing but networking luncheon held at the restaurant.

(l-r) Dan Robeen Habitat for Humanity of Walton county dedipresented Darryl Sigur cates their 25th home to widow and single a retirement letter at a mother of two, Teresa schultz. (l-r)Teresa recent luncheon. imdieke, Bill rennicke, dan smith, Terry jones, Teresa schultz, Fred marks, angela Vaughn, john russell, Patrick murphy, Bob Gelardi, michael Henry, laury Gelardi, and catharine augustine.

Dr. Marinella Monk preparing a delicious dinner in her home.

The 7th annual The cattle Barons’ Ball dj Anthony Rine children in crisis charity Golf classic (middle) with (l-r) Samantha Burger, Kelly Merrell, Tina Rine and Andy Calcote. raised $20,000. (center) Ken Hair, President & ceo of children in crisis, presents the first place trophy to the winning team. Sara and Joseph Alldredge at the cBB.

Bob’s Bicycles is now located in downtown FWB. FWB chamber members Joy Lamas and Susan Ozbirn presented owner Jeremy Keeney a welcome packet at a ribbon cutting at the new location.

usher John Lancer ladies from st. Paul’s lutheran church in and Myra Williams FWB chamber Board chairman niceville (l-r) Regina Humphrey, Janet (Howard Group) at Mark Hamrick with ceo of Kinner, Beth Hoffman and Marlene the Grand opening of emerald coast assoc. of Reinke attended a celebration of 25 years ovation dining club realtors Anne Rendle at a of the Women of the evangelical lutheran one of the 10 theatres meet and Greet of okaloosa church of america, which was held at Holy at the carmike county manager candidates. Trinity lutheran church. cinemas at Grand Blvd.

Nancy Grobmyer won a door prize at a FWB chamber coffee.

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Children’s Home Society of Florida’s Eighth Annual “A Sunday of Soundside Splendor” was held Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Portofino Island Resort. This beautiful event featured a variety of fine wines paired with food prepared by many of Pensacola’s top local chefs. Proceeds support Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) services for abused and neglected children in the western Panhandle.

Tim Putman, executive director of CHS Western Division, calls this event the flagship local event for CHS: “The energy and excitement of our Board, sponsors and the community around this event is amazing, and the funds raised are critical to our success in changing the lives of nearly 5,000 people each year.” Featured chefs include: • • • • • • • • •

jim shirley (The Fish House) Gus silivos (nancy’s Haute affairs) dan dunn (H20) steven Wu (shan Kishi) chris massey (Portofino island resort) Tricia Horton (jaco's Bayfront Bar & Grille) Tony countryman (east Hill market) david Penniman (classic city catering) dennis moore (Flounder’s chowder House)

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In addition to food and wine, guests enjoyed live entertainment from Clarence Bell and the Fellas and special guest artist Mollee Craven. The live and silent auctions featured more than three dozen packages, including a football autographed by Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, a trip to Taos, NM, a sunset cruise for eight aboard Mike Papantonio’s 85-foot yacht, and dinner with wine and cocktails for 10 at Fred Levin’s “Carriage House.” The live auction was hosted by Cat Country 98.7 morning show co-host Brent Lane, Pensacola’s 2013 Professional Leader of the Year and the Academy of Country Music’s 2009 Personality of the Year. collier and cate merrill are the honorary chairs of the 2013 “soundside splendor.” For more information, visit www.chsfl.org/soundsidesplendor or call 850-266-2700.

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The 2nd annual Distinguished Young Women of Okaloosa County (DWY) will be held July 27 at the FWB City Auditorium at 7 pm. Admission is $5.

distinguished young Women of okaloosa county is a prestigious

scholarship program, formerly known as jr miss. Girls enjoy an amazing experience that will showcase their talents and skills. out of state judges will evaluate them in 5 categories: Grades, inTerVieW, FiTness, TalenT, and selF eXPression. cash scholarships are awarded to the overall winner and the alternates, as well as the top scoring girls in all 5 categories as well as a sPiriT winner. This year's 24 contestants include girls from Ft Walton Beach High school, niceville High school, choctawhatchee High school, Baker school, rocky Bayou christian school, crestview High school, and collegiate High school. last summer over $10,000 was awarded in cash scholarships & a total of $203,000 was awarded in specific college scholarships. The winner of our program will advance to the sTaTe competition, all state winners advance to the famous naTionals competition held yearly in mobile, al. The cash-scholarships awarded come from the tax-deductible donations of generous, successful & prosperous businesses and individuals throughout the county. To make a donation to the scholarship fund for this year's program or for more information, please email carolebyrd911@yahoo.com.

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1st Annual Island Life Social Club Gumbo Cook-Off to benefit RELAY FOR LIFE on Saturday, May 4 from 2-6 pm at Fudpucker’s, Okaloosa Island

celebrity judged 1st Place – $100 plus trophy; 2nd Place – $50 plus trophy; 3rd Place – $25 plus trophy - People’s choice 1st Place – $100 plus trophy Final Vote at 5 Pm entertainment By: 8-time Troprock music association winner, sunny jim

Gumbo Team entry Fee $25* per team; see rules on Website for more details; e-mail island diane at islandlifePrez@aol.com for registration form or register online. admission Fee - $10 per person - silent auction 2-5 Pm more info at: www.islandlifesocialclub.com

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