Gulf Coast Woman May-June 2016 by Gulf Coast Woman

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COMPLIMENTARY

MAY - JUNE 2016

Beauty at

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Contents

SUCCESS may & june 2016 BEAUTY edition

Beauty at every age

Explore all the latest in beauty treatments. Ooh-la-la!

1st Crawfish fest queen

Kaitlyn Orth makes history by becoming the first queen of the Crawfish Music Festival.

Leading women

Coast women pick up new titles and awards, and a 100-year-old celebrates a big birthday.

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Money

Rogers: 6 critical factors retirees must understand about Social Security.

Health

Mom shares fitness journey post-pregnancies.

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Arts & Entertainment

Two women in their 50s are still rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and rollinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. 10

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Food Grilled salmon is perfect for summer.

A Majure renovation Gulfport couple remodels Southern cottage.

103 Parenting

Get your summer plan together for things to do with the kids.

114 Coast Cares

Jocelyn Gavin Lane: Pink Lotus Project inspired by promise to make a difference.

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When I walk to the front of the room May 3 to receive the SBA Mississippi Women in Business Champion Award in Jackson, I’ll be picking it up for Gulf Coast Woman and all of those South Mississippians who work hard to see women in business succeed. One of those hard-working people is Marcia McDowell, director of the South Mississippi Contract Procurement Center. She nominated me for the award, but I honor her right back by saying, “Thanks so much for the thousands of small business people you coach every year. You’re a real winner!” When Dr. Angela Bruni started Gulf Coast Woman 17 years ago, she wasn’t quite sure how it all would turn out, but she did know she wanted to spotlight women and their successes from all across our community. Her vision continues to be bright in every issue of the magazine. Gulf Coast Woman purposefully connects, celebrates and empowers women and the broader South Mississippi region. Last year, we helped to present the SUCCESS Women’s Conference, and we have showcased and honored women in

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PORT OF GULFPORT UPDATE

Sky high progress on the horizon by Kimberly K. Aguillard

Jonathan Daniels, Port CEO and executive director, with Dan Johnson, ILA president

On March 18, 2016, the Port of Gulfport staff waited patiently for the first glimpse of their three new ship-to-shore gantry cranes to appear among the fog and rain. Though having the cranes arrive on a much sunnier day would have been nice, the excitement that filled the air will never be forgotten for those that had the opportunity to witness their arrival in person. The arrival of the cranes was a monumental moment for the Port’s $570 million Restoration Project and ushered in a new era for the Port of Gulfport. Once in commission, the cranes will allow the Port’s existing and future tenants to more efficiently service their vessels while also reducing tenant operating costs, which will be a win for all parties involved. In the months leading up to the cranes arriving in Gulfport, the question came up on what exactly a gantry crane was and what did it do? Well, according to the American Association of Port Authorities, the definition of a gantry crane is a track-mounted, shoreside crane utilized in the loading and unloading of break-bulk cargo, containers and heavy lift cargo. In layman’s terms, a very large crane that can handle up to 65 tons or 146,000 pounds! These cranes are a game changer for the Port of Gulfport and their arrival highlights the anticipated completion of the Restoration Project and the beginning of the business development and implementation phases of the project. For those that don’t get to see the cranes up close on a daily basis, the Port will be opening their gates again to the public on Thursday, June 9 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for their Community Tours. Coast Transit Authority will be providing transportation for the tours and the buses will depart from in front of the Hancock Bank building located at 2510 14th Street in downtown Gulfport. Each tour is expected to last 30 minutes and reservations are not required. For more information about the progress happening at the Port of Gulfport visit www.shipmspa.com or follow on Facebook and Twitter by searching “Port of Gulfport.”

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BEAUTY AT EVERY AGE by Elaine Stevens

What is beauty? Is it a joy forever or an ephemeral

quality that Hollywood craves, depending on what’s hot and what’s not? Beauty is dictionary-defined as a “combination of qualities, such as shape, color, or other traits that pleases the aesthetic senses, especially the sight.” What if one is blind, does that mean there is no beauty? Perhaps an ideal of beauty only exists in the mind, not the flesh. Many insist beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, or solely in the heart of the beloved. How does one sustain such beauty? Are we born beautiful or do we become more beautiful with age? There are many products and processes of which one can partake on the path to becoming more beautiful, including philosophical and poetic ones. Coco Chanel said, “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.” In GCW’s special Beauty At Every Age edition, you will meet Gulf Coast people who reveal their secrets on feeling and staying beautiful. You will learn their personal definition of beauty, along with tips and information on the latest trends, tips and treatments available from facials to manicures, to body shaping and sculpting, to great hairstyles, even to some man-care for that special male in your life — and much more. Zsa Zsa Gabor once said that “you must suffer in order to be beautiful.” Yes, it takes work and time for the caterpillar to become a butterfly. The regimens are as varied as the colors of the rainbow, and as diverse in concept as the cultures that promote their own perception of beauty. However, the universal truth is as women we know that when we look good on the outside, we feel good on the inside. Beauty matters! It matters so much that Americans are estimated to spend about $62 billion on cosmetics, $65 billion on hair care, and approximately $250 billion on clothing and accessories. That’s close to $400 billion on looking good! This issue is all about discovering beauty products and treatments that will help you be your best YOU yet!

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Blown by Oliv Arés Haus of Glam is Biloxi’s first-ever blow-dry bar. Here, you won’t find cut and color stations, but you will find a one-stop destination with a menu full of glamorous pizzazz to give you a blowout that makes you look and feel beautiful. So, what exactly is a blowout? Well, chances are once you have one, you will be back for another, and another, and so on. “This is not your ordinary blow dry,” says Teri Kang, operations manager at Blown. “From the moment you step into our salon, you’ll notice that we do things a little differently. Starting with a relaxing shampoo and scalp massage, our stylists will determine the best products for your hair’s needs… . Then, using the highest-quality boar bristle brushes and the most technologically advanced blow dryers, our highly trained stylists are able to smooth, volumize, twirl, flip, and create the best blow dry you have ever experienced.” Of course, one of the many perks of a blowout is it beautifully combats the frizz caused by our coastal humidity. Blown’s proprietary blow-dry techniques and specialty hair-care lines are designed for humid climates to ensure that lustrous look year round. Typically, it takes about 45 to 60 minutes to complete depending on length and texture, and a blowout will last at least two days to a full week of voluminous life. You also can add an innovative treatment such as “hair botox” — an ultra-nourishing straightening technology for healthier, smoother and polished hair that lasts up to 12 weeks. Another treatment is called the Volcano, which is the future of deep conditioning. High-tech ionic micro mist steam gently hydrates, replenishes, and rejuvenates the hair. Although blowouts are the signature service, staff

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at Blown includes specialists who provide a number of services such as full-service makeup, facials, body treatments, brow shaping, lashes, custom spray tans, and much more. One feature at this one-of-a-kind beauty locale is the Lash Bar. Did you know there is such a thing as “lash perms” — as in a semi-permanent method of lifting the lashes? Think of it this way: You could basically ditch the lash curler for up to two to three months! “Our lash services can meet the demands of every lifestyle — from date night to girls night out to 24/7 glam,” Kang says. “As the old saying goes, ‘the eyes are the window to the soul,’ and you also have to make sure that they’re framed properly. Our brow artists will perfect your arch and frame your face flawlessly!” Julia Olivares, 28, is the founder and CEO of Blown and Oliv Arés Haus of Glam, which sponsors runway shows for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and participates in the industry’s top trade shows. Throughout her years of travel and living all over the country, Olivares curated a list of beauty treatments that are effective, luxurious, and have lasting results. Her journey led to the discovery of hairbrushes that smoothed her unmanageable hair, facials that brought the glow back, and tans that looked naturally sun-kissed. Last year, she brought her industry expertise to the Gulf Coast and opened Blown in Biloxi. “The Gulf Coast has always held a special place in my heart, and I’ve always considered it home,” Olivares says. “I had a vision to start a beauty company specializing in developing the best products and services possible. This vision has already created a luxury collection of makeup brushes and lashes, and I’m now bringing the company’s ideals of creativity, artistry, and luxury into this beauty bar. Blown is a little bit of Beverly Hills on the Coast!”

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Cool off and slim down Information provided by Carol Whiting, Aqua Medical Spa | Biloxi Dermatology Solutions With summer on its way and hot days ahead, you may be pulling out that swimsuit, or trying on a brand new one. On the Gulf Coast, we make the mental move from season to season that very day, but for many of us, that can be a day of dread! Why? Well, it’s just easier to cover up those extra pounds we’ve been carrying when we can squeeze into our Spanx or pull on a pair of leggings. But now, it is just too darn hot for that! So, of course, we decide to eat a more healthy diet, start a new walking plan, avoid temptation like the Easter candy discount aisle, and drink lots and lots of water, right? That is moving in the right direction, but sometimes, no matter what we do, we still have stubborn areas of fat that seem to really like going to the beach with us. This is where CoolSculpting can meet our challenge. CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved, revolutionary body-contouring treatment that permanently eliminates fat cells through the process of cooling them to death. This method was discovered by Harvard scientists who found that these cells freeze faster than surrounding tissue. In just one

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treatment, close to 20 percent of the fat cells in the targeted area are permanently destroyed and then eliminated through the lymphatic system over the course of a few weeks. There are no gimmicks, no diets, no exercises, and best of all, there is very little discomfort and no downtime. In fact, the treatment itself takes only an hour. CoolSculpting is now being used to treat 22 areas of the body where stubborn fat accumulates, including stomach, arms, bra bulge, love handles and thighs. CoolSculpting is priced according

to the size of the individual area of treatment. Not everyone is a candidate, but if you have resistant areas of body fat that won’t seem to move, you may be cleared for this treatment. Along the Gulf Coast, the CoolSculpting technology is offered by select providers such as Aqua Medical Spa in Biloxi. If you would like to learn more, call Aqua Medical Spa and aesthetician, Jessica Le, will provide a free consultation, evaluate your desired areas for treatment, and see if CoolSculpting may be right for you.

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Tailored, targeted skin care Information provided by Kelinci Spa BIOTEC is a new generation of facials utilizing multiple advanced technologies in one machine brought to you by the much-loved British skincare brand ELEMIS. BIOTEC facial treatments are where ground-breaking technology meets active ingredients and transformative touch. The pioneering innovation of the BIOTEC machine works to switch the skin back on, increasing its natural cellular energy. Technology turbo-charges touch. The clinically proven result? Thriving, visibly healthy and energized skin. Using a fusion of hands-on therapy and technology, each facial is designed to provide a tailor-made solution to target every skincare concern. The application of a specific high-performance, super-activator combined with the use of the BIOTEC machine, which incorporates five different technologies, will deliver visible results and long term benefits. The BIOTEC machine works by stimulating unresponsive skin cells weakened by sun exposure, age and stress. The technology will reboot cellular performance, enhancing the ability of the skin to repair, renew and re-tone. A course of BIOTEC facials will dramatically improve the health of your skin, making it a must for Kelinci Spa and Boutique is the anyone on a quest to achieve the rst day spa on the Coast to next level of radiance and beauty. offer the IO C system.

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8 BIOTEC FACIALS OFFERED AT KELINCI SPA BIOTEC FIRM-A-LIFT A blend of massage and sculpting galvanic technology. Skin is visibly strengthened for a contoured complexion. BIOTEC LINE ERASER Target wrinkles and energize the skin toward optimum performance with microcurrent pulses and red and blue light therapy. BIOTEC SKIN RESURFACER ddresses s in t ne le is es and ne lines to transform the texture of the skin. BIOTEC RADIANCE RENEW This cellular-boosting treatment targets sluggish complexions. BIOTEC ANTI-PIGMENT BRIGHTENER This treatment dynamically tackles the appearance of uneven skin tone, discoloration and age spots. BIOTEC BLEMISH CONTROL dee leansin fa ial t at det and repairs damaged tissue.

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BIOTEC SENSITIVE SKIN SOOTHER This anti-redness treatment soothes sensitive skin. An oxygen infusion encourages cellular restoration, while red light therapy and calming anti-oxidants improve the skinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to repair itself. BIOTEC SUPER-CHARGER FOR MEN The facial to de-stress, de-age and de-fatigue the male complexion while activating ultimate skin dynamism. Ultrasonic peeling, steam and galvanic current deliver a deep clean for a multitas in ti e e ient s l ti n

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Want to know what beauty is and what it looks like? Ask 10 beautiful people from across the Coast in different stages and places in life. Our cover models share their fave products and reflections on true beauty.

TĂŠa Pappas, 17 Gulfport Sales associate at Pop Brothers, senior at Gulfport High School GCW ow do you de ne eauty Pappas: eauty is illusive in nature. en and o en ro up ith strict standards as hat is eautiful ut think it is ron to try to say that eau ty is any de nite thin . think ein eautiful co es directly fro feelin co forta le and lovin and acceptin yourself. de ne y o n eauty ased on yself not ased on other people. also don t elieve eautiful is e clusive to ender a e or physical appearance. uter eauty co es second to eauty in the heart and soul and ind. GCW ow do you eep yourself healthy ody, soul and mind Pappas: verall nourish ent. eco in ve an ein uch ore con scious a out the types of foods eat and lovin to ride ikes chase y little rother around and ork out in a re ular y has ade keepin y ody healthy easy for the ost part . o ever keepin up a healthy soul and ind can e uch trickier. a currently in the idst of urin out ho a and hat ant to do and as a teena er this is the rst ti e have had to look at the orld this ay. hat has helped keep y soul healthy ore than anythin is allo in yself ti e to nourish it. t s easy to et over hel ed hen there is so uch oin on at one ti e. have learned that keepin supportive people around e and allo in yself to take ti e for self care has een the ulti ate nourish ent for y soul. GCW What is your eauty secret Pappas: Con dence and a s ile eautiful is hat akes you look eautiful. ore i portant than any product or eauty trick is doin hat you feel ost con dent radiant and happy doin . GCW What is your favorite eauty product Pappas: pretty lo aintenance hen it co es to eauty products. y t o favorites are actually Car e lip al to keep y lips oisturi ed and a ponytail holder to keep y hair off of y face.

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Brittney Fairley, 29 Gulfport

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Fairley: de ne eauty y character. ou can have the pret tiest face or e the ost handso e person ut if your inner spirit is essed up then it eans nothin . positive spirit and a sel ess person is hat akes a person eautiful to e. GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Fairley: keep yself healthy ith y soul and ind y stayin in y ord and prayer ith the ord. s ve otten closer to the ord ve reali ed ein in ood health and doin od s ork oes hand in hand so orkin on a healthy lifestyle ray for e ol GCW What is your eauty secret Fairley: don t have one.

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Spinner: n attractive person inside and out. GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Spinner: ork out and eat healthy durin the eek and cheat on eekends. GCW Grooming secret Spinner: ood ni ht s sleep of seven hours

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GCW What is your favorite eauty or grooming product Fairley: y favorite eauty product is coconut oil. ou can use it for practically anythin

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Templeton: The old adage, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beauty is in the eye of the eholder is a solutely true. e can all reco ni e an attractive person ut hether that person is eautiful is truly a personal opinion. ro in up in ort auderdale here there ere very fe sians stru led to nd eauty ithin yself to appreciate y sian features and not use Caucasian eauty standards as y personal easure. his acceptance as a challen e and still is resultin in in uencin ho de ne eauty cceptin and ein con dent ith ho you are the si e you are the shape you are havin physical and spiritual stren th and race and e odyin your personal style not lettin your style e ody you. GCW What is your eauty secret Templeton: his is not a secret ut ill tell everyone Don t tan and use sunscreen side fro the health risks the skin da a e is ust horri le. GCW avorite eauty product Templeton: e p ouch of u er Daily oisturi er daily self tanner no stinky self tanner s ell

Portia Pharr-Lee, 47 Gulfport

Director of rances redericks enior Co ple GCW ow do you de ne eauty Pharr-Lee: eauty isn t havin a pretty face. t s a out havin a pretty ind a pretty heart and ost i portantly a eautiful soul. GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Pharr-Lee: Drink plenty of ater eat lots of reens et plenty of rest e ercise and e rateful. GCW What is your eauty secret Pharr-Lee: use or anic coconut oil on

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Paul: earlessness stren th con dence uni ueness a ition the a ility to eat the odds personality. think the ind and spirit ean ust as uch as the ody hen it co es to de nin true eauty GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Paul: tartin y day ith positive reinforce ent every ornin . like to listen to speci c otivational speakers to start y day. ercisin and stayin active four to ve days a eek eatin plenty of ve eta les ettin plenty of protein. GCW Grooming secret Paul: Drinkin as uch ater as can throu hout the eek. GCW avorite grooming product Paul: Don t have one ut a a i collector of nice colo ne.

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Amber Bosarge Lord, 29 Gulfport

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Lord: hen think of eauty think of happiness fro ithin. f your soul is happy it ill sho in your physical appearance as ell as in your attitude aura and character. o e each of these ualities co ined are hat see as eautiful. GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Lord: keep y ody healthy y e ercisin ve days a eek eatin clean and drink a lot of ater. ould say keep y soul healthy ith daily prayer and a stron relationship ith the ord. keep y ind healthy y surroundin yself ith positive people. love y o so that plays a i role in keepin y ind happy and healthy lso y doin thin s that en oy like ein ith y fa ily shoppin and travelin GCW What is your eauty secret Lord: ot sure that have a i eauty secret ut have really dry skin so ould have to say that stayin oisturi ed ould e the ost i portant thin for e. GCW avorite eauty product Lord: hat s an e tre ely di cult uestion for a hairstylist akeup artist not sure if can narro it do n to ust one particular product. literally love it all

Styled by Elle Boutique, Gulfport Hair and makeup: Salon Rouge, Ocean Springs

Dara Parker, 30 Biloxi GCW ow do you de ne eauty Parker: percent eauty lies ithin. i s ile and positive attitude to ard everythin and everyone in life GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy ody, soul and mind Parker: ork out daily clean eatin and one cheat eal a eek. lso a onthly assa e eeps ind and ody alanced and happy GCW What is your eauty secret Parker: ever for et your eye ro s and drink of ater. GCW: Favorite beauty product Parker: ash o pri ers and uper Cleanse Daily Clearin Cleanser.

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Liz Corso Joachim, 77 Biloxi

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GCW ow do you de ne eauty Joachim: have al ays felt eauty is fro ithin and ho you treat people to ake the feel eautiful. GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Joachim: have al ays e ercised daily for a half hour and alk three iles a day. a very Christian and al ays try to live a healthy and reli ious life. GCW What is your eauty secret Joachim: try to eat healthy and keep active. GCW avorite eauty product Joachim: he scale

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Lisa Orange, 45 Ocean Springs in er

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GCW: How do you keep yourself healthy: body, soul and mind Orange: try to e ercise y ody re ularly. do try to eat healthy and dress accordin to ho feel. o keep y ind and soul oin editate and pray every ornin . GCW What is your eauty secret Orange: love y ornin reen s oothies. add spirulina and coconut ater in y drink. love it GCW What is your favorite eauty or grooming product Orange: ve een usin evonia products for over a de cade. all for natural and or anic products. o e ita in C is the key.

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“Beauty is truth’s smile when she beholds her own face in a perfect mirror.” — Rabindranath Tagore

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Nail it! When it comes to the world of nails, pretty much anything is possible. From low-key pale pink to ultra sheen sparkle queen — if you want it, it can be done. There are so many trends when it comes to shapes, colors, designs, and even products used. If you want a great example of what’s trending in the nail world, look no further than world-famous singer Adele. If you have ever watched her perform, it’s hard to miss those super chic nails. Not only is she known for that signature voice, she is a trendsetter when it comes to the shape-color-design package. For one performance, her acrylic nails donned a color called “Espresso Yourself ” by Red Carpet, which is a sensational mix of taupe, olive green and gray. After sealing it with a matte top coat, the tips were dipped in loose gold glitter flakes with the underside of the nail painted in a metallic rose gold. And all that on top of stiletto nails! What are stiletto nails, you ask? That’s where shape comes into play. Just think about some fabulous stiletto shoes and picture the trademark thin, high and narrow heel. Now for some fun, let’s marry this shape with a cool design. Did you know you can get Louboutin nails? Just like the shoes, this design would feature the iconic, vibrant red on the underside of the nail with a standout color on top — even jet black. And, yes…Adele has done that too! Of course, if you want to order the “Rouge Louboutin” nail lacquer created by Mr. Christian himself for $50 a bottle, go right ahead and have some DIY manicure time. However, if you need a nail connoisseur — and a little pampering — the Gulf Coast has a wide selection of experts who specialize in glamourizing tips and toes. Kim Nguyen, owner of Lola Vie Nail Spa in Gulfport, says the most popular nail shapes trending in her salon include soft oval and the coffin/ballerina shape, which is a tapered almond shape with a flat top that is complemented well with “anything soft or super bold colors.” “Any color from OPI’s New Orleans collection is super popular right now, especially ‘Got Myself into a Jam-balaya,’” Kim says. “It’s flying off the shelf and I’m having to restock it all the time.” OPI describes this color as a “yummy mélange of spice and creamy peach,” and truth be told, any color from

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this line is a fantastic fit for spring and summer, and can be found in a number of nail salons. Just check out some of the New Orleans polish names: “Rich Girls & Po-Boys,” “Take a Right on Bourbon,” “Humidi-Tea,” “Crawfishin’ for a Compliment,” “Spare Me a French Quarter,” and “She’s a Bad Muffuletta!” Emma Bain, owner of Red Lily Spa in Ocean Springs, says she is seeing a lot of light colors in her organic salon that specializes in natural nails. “One of the big trends right now is white or very light colors, but you see it range all across the spectrum,” she says. “Someone may want something very nude or a French tip nail, and then you may have someone who wants a neon color for the beach.” Bain says one of the plusses about white polish is it contrasts well against the skin and is a “good color for people who are fair because it makes it look like they have a little color.” Another organic spa on the Coast is Mystic Nail Bar & Organic Spa in Gulfport. Owner Teal Nguyen also sees a nice mix of colors in his salon too, but says a defining trait on color selection is based on his clients’ professions. “Most of the people that come to us are in the military or in the medical field, and with that being said, most of those people in that type of field prefer neutral on the hands and loud on the toes,” Teal says. “On the hands, it’s mostly nude, sheer colors for a clean look, but they express themselves on the toes.” As an organic salon, Mystic Nail Bar offers a variety of organic products for manis and pedis as a means to provide healthier alternatives for nail care. In addition to SNS (Signature Nail System) nail dip, which is “a cross between a gel polish and acrylic,” Teal features an “ecochic luxury” polish line called Adesse that is infused with organic minerals, pigments and essential oils, and is vegan, cruelty free, and doesn’t have a long list of harsh chemicals. Summer is right around the corner. Let your inner color shine on those tips and toes!

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So, why is that tooth important? by Dr. L. Randy Buntyn

Well, here we are with flowers blooming and bees buzzing. What a great time of the year on our beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast! In my last column, we talked a bit about gum disease and how it may (and directly does) affect our overall health. Gum disease is generalized and affects most all of the teeth at the same time. Now, let’s look at single teeth. As adults, we start out with 32 individual teeth. Each tooth has a specific design, size, and location according to the function it is supposed to do in the mouth. While the teeth are individual, they form a system of teeth that should work together for an entire lifetime. As we move into adulthood, dentists often recommend removing 3rd molars, also called wisdom teeth. There can be many reasons for this recommendation from not having enough space to properly care for these teeth (you must floss around them), to the difficulties they cause from being able to bite and chew food comfortably, to the negative effect they may have on the other teeth around them. Generally, these should be removed in the late teenage years or early 20s. Most of the time this is a procedure that is tolerated very well and makes a big difference later on in life. But, what about those other teeth? The ones that may get a cavity, or a crack, and then need to be removed because they just can’t be restored reliably. These teeth take a lot more thought and consideration. You may say, “It’s just a back tooth and you really can’t see it. Why is it

important?” The answer lies in what we said about teeth being a “system.” Just one tooth being lost can truly have a long-lasting effect on the rest of your teeth. I agree that no tooth should be causing pain and discomfort, but you and your dentist should make logical decisions about keeping or removing the offending tooth. When just a single tooth is removed, the remaining teeth must take up the slack, and then have more wear and tear over time. More teeth can then be lost because of extra forces during biting and chewing. There also is the problem that teeth need to be stabilized by the teeth around it in order to minimize movement over time. When a tooth is removed, the teeth next to it (as well as the tooth opposing it in the opposite arch) generally try to move into the space to fill it. This causes the “system” of teeth to break down and not work properly, and this is a very big deal as we travel down the path of life. Typically, in our younger years of 20s and 30s, we may not be affected much by the changes. However, as we age into our 40s and beyond, there can be well-documented changes. At this point, replacing teeth may become much more difficult and expensive. In our 60s, 70s and 80s, missing teeth can have a huge effect on our lives. Not only does our smile age over time (crooked teeth, darkening color, etc.), but our ability to chew food for proper nutrition begins to diminish. This is another area where our overall health is directly related to our dental health. To replace missing teeth, your dentist may recommend different methods such as a cemented bridge, a removable partial denture, or placement of a dental implant. Dental implants have a very good success record, and have proven to be a very reliable tooth replacement. So, next time you are faced with a difficult tooth and whether you should keep it, please carefully consider all of your options. For that matter, have your dentist take a look at all of your teeth with high magnification and very bright lights. The smaller the problem is when it is found, then the easier it is to fix. Remember, your objective is to keep your teeth for your entire life. If you keep them healthy, they will certainly take good care of you! . andy untyn D D o ns ile ulf Coast in cean prin s eneral i plant and cos etic den tistry . or ore infor ation call or visit . ile ulfCoast.co .

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This summers’ theme will be minimum vs. maximum or in other words, “Bare vs. All There. Although bare skin or bold red lips are nothing new to the makeup scene, the way you style and apply your makeup this season is the key to its success. To be bare, one must first start with a great skincare routine. Be careful with facial oils this season. They do not pair well with my all-time favorite product, sunscreen! If you apply your sunscreen on top of the facial oil, it will dilute the sunscreen’s effectiveness. Stick with moisturizers that have an SPF and leave the facial oils as your nighttime regimen! Strobing will be the top technique this summer. This constitutes as a “skin first” approach. Hydrated, highlighted and healthy skin is what its all about. This look can be achieved with a translucent highlighting powder applied on all the high points of the face. Or one can easily mix a highlighting cream, such as MAC Strobe Cream, into their moisturizer. Now is the time to put away the contour and focus on fresh skin and flushed cheeks. A barely there sun-kissed glow, paired with diffused golden shadows and freckles are a must this season. Heavy brows will be a thing of the past, or at least in the warmer months ahead. From the runway to

the magazines, we are seeing a huge decline in bold, dark brows. We want to focus on the natural color and apply product that is soft and uncontrolled. Soft eyebrow pencils and matte eye shadows will be great to have on hand. An “all-there” look is as simple as adding a bold color to the bare trend. Whether it’s a bold lipstick or blue eyeliner, the possibilities are endless and welcomed. This is a great time to be yourself, show your personality and have fun with color! Bold lips are nothing new. But what’s exciting is finding new ways to play up your bold lip. The lip texture we want to achieve is a “velvet texture.” Simply apply your matte lipstick and tap a blush or powder right on top for a nice soft layer of velvet. This is also a time to have fun with your bottom eyeliner. Try fun colors and metallics as liner on the bottom lash line. And blue hues are everywhere this season. Whether it was graphic blue eyeliner or diffused blue shadows that encompassed the whole lid, it’s making its way back onto our faces. Experiment with color. And if you always wanted to try blue, try smudging that blue eyeliner on your bottom lash line for a fun and flirty impact. ind out ore a out erlau at erlau akeup.co .

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1st Crawfish Fest Queen crowned

This year marks the 24th year of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum Crawfish Music Festival in Biloxi. Although most fairs and festivals celebrate the special event with a pageant, a touch of royalty was missing — that is, until Tori Bishop, an account manager with WXXV25, set out on a mission to add some pageantry pizzazz. When she approached Kendra Simpson, event marketing manager with the Coliseum, about the need for a Crawfish Queen, Simpson loved the idea and the process began. Debra Godber, a local pageant director, soon came on board and partnered with WXXV25 to produce the pageant. Godber has more than 20 years of pageant experience and her son and daughter are the reigning Little Miss and Mr. Magnolia. On April 14, Kaitlyn Orth was crowned as the festival’s first Crawfish Queen. She is a sophomore at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College with a 3.5 GPA, and describes herself as an adventurous person who enjoys the outdoors and celebrating life and encouraging those she loves. “I enjoy uplifting others through my personal blog called Operation C.R.O.W.N.,” Orth says. “I like spending time with my family and friends, and I generally love doing just about anything, especially the most simple things. It doesn’t take much to make me happy because I truly appreciate all of the little things in life; they make me happy!” The pageant had nine contestants ranging in age from 17-23 who were competing for a $1,000 scholarship from Dad’s Super Pawn. Thanks to support from the community and sponsors, the pageant will now be an annual event at the Crawfish Music Festival. Sponsors included Dad’s Super Pawn, Belk, Massage Envy, Gulf Coast Woman, Flowers Forever, Gatlin’s and Papa Johns. May-June 2016 68

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TOP CREATIVE DIRECTOR Cecelia Shabazz, creative director of The Focus Group, and her team’s work was recognized with 33 awards from the American Advertising Federation Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter’s 2016 ADDY Awards. SHABAZZ: WHAT MOTIVATES ME TO SUCCEED: “The creative process. I just love it! … I have to say what drives me the most is the void of African-Americans in this industry, especially females. We don’t exist. Where are the little brown girls who spent their summers drawing chalk figures on the sidewalk? Where are the black female designers? Let alone creative directors for advertising agencies. AIGA, the oldest and largest professional membership organization for designers, reports that among graphic designers in the field, 2 percent are black, 4 percent Hispanic/Latino, 6 percent Asian/Pacific Islander, and 2 percent other. Of the 2 percent of African-American designers, less than 0.4 percent are female. How can the field of advertising and graphic design tend to the needs of a country that has one of the most diverse populations of the world when the field is lacking diversity itself? So, I push. I’ll teach a class after a long day, speak at career fairs, write an article, review a portfolio, deal with the stereotype — whatever I can so that little brown girl, wherever she is, will know she is creative, she is an effective leader and she belongs in this industry — just like I do. And I see her.” www.gcwmultimedia.com

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CELEBRATING CENTENNIAL Gaynette Cox Flowers Pugh of North Gulfport celebrated her centennial birthday on April 1. She grew up during the Depression on her grandparents’ 280-acre farm in Grove Hill, Ala. She moved to Gulfport at age 20 and married Charles Flowers Sr. The couple had four children and were divorced after 10 years of marriage. Undaunted, she worked to support her family as a maid, seamstress and insurance salesperson. To her credit as a single parent, all four children were college educated through her alliance with the Mennonites. She helped to organize Head Start Centers in Harrison, Stone and Jones counties. Fulfilling a lifetime desire to complete her education, she went to college and earned an associate’s degree from Bishop State Junior College and subsequently a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Alabama. She graduated at the age of 65. TOP PRODUCER Jode’ Braxton Hignight, a Realtor with Cameron Bell Properties, received the Residential Platinum Award from the Gulf Coast Association of Realtors. The Residential Platinum Award is the highest GCAR residential award, reserved for Realtors whose listings or sales result in gross commission income of $125,000 or more in the calendar year. This represents approximately the top 3 percent of real estate professionals in South Mississippi. This was Hignight’s third consecutive Top Producer Award. HIGNIGHT: WHAT MOTIVATES ME TO SUCCEED: “At the end of the day, I am not really motivated by the goal of being ‘successful,’ although I do believe that if you dedicate yourself to a profession you love, success can be the happy by-product of your hard work.”

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MRS. GULF COAST Jaimee Dorris, owner of Jaimee Designs Web Studio, LLC, is Mrs. Gulf Coast 2016. She won Mrs. Congeniality, Director’s Choice and Top Ad Sales at the Mrs. Mississippi America Pageant in Corinth. The Mrs. Mississippi Pageant focuses on the beauty and accomplishments of married women. Pageant judges look for contestants who are not only beautiful, but articulate, and well-rounded. DORRIS: WHAT MOTIVATES ME TO SUCCEED: “Fear of not succeeding. I’ve always had large dreams and a high expectation of myself. I know that success is a choice, not a circumstance. So I’d regret it if I got to the end of my life and realized I didn’t fulfill my heart’s desire. Success is the only option.” LEADERSHIP AWARD Velma Johnson was a recipient of the National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators State Leadership Award, representing the state of Mississippi. The presentation was made during the 2016 NAFEPA Conference in Washington D.C., in March. She is the Federal Programs coordinator for the Gulfport School District, where she manages Title I, Title II, and Title III grants for the district. NAFEPA is a support organization for educators who work with federally funded programs in their local school districts and in their states. JOHNSON: WHAT MOTIVATES ME TO SUCCEED: “Inspiring others and using my talents to make a difference in the lives of others.”

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Wall took path less traveled to top post by Dorothy P. Wilson Shannon Wall is determined. She believes where you start the race doesn’t dictate where you’ll end it. During her career, the former casino exec has learned that hard work would shift her forward. She proved that point with an exclamation point recently when she claimed the title of first female publisher of Sun Herald, a top media company in the region. What most people don’t know about her is that she didn’t graduate from college, but instead polished her resume on the way up. “While I believe college is extremely important in today’s world, it was not in my cards after high school,” says Wall, 45. “However, I believe you can do whatever you put your mind to and should never give up. In every position I have had, I have started out at the very bottom and worked my way up by working extremely hard and proving myself. I was never ‘given’ a position ...; the only thing I was given was a chance and it was up to me to prove myself.” Well said and well done, Mrs. Publisher! Wall shared more about her life and challenges in a recent interview with Gulf Coast Woman. GCW: What will be your responsibilities in your new job? Wall: I will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all areas of Sun Herald and Velocity. GCW: How long have you worked at the Sun Herald, and what did you do before coming to the Sun Herald? Wall: I have worked at Sun Herald since January 2008 and prior to that, I was in the casino industry, where I had recently worked at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino as the vice president of Advertising and Marketing.

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who know me know that I am not afraid to get my hands dirty in order to get the job done. GCW: How do you balance a career, spouse and children? Wall: I have an incredible husband who is extremely supportive of me and is my No. 1 fan! My kids have always known how important my career is to me and have always supported me, which has made it much easier. It can be somewhat challenging at times but you just have to be able to take it all in stride and know that at the end of the day it will all work out. GCW: How do you relax, what are you hobbies? Wall: Unfortunately, I have a hard time relaxing, but when I am able to relax, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

GCW: What is your vision for the company in 2016? Wall: My vision for 2016 is to continue the digital transformation as well as create an exciting and rewarding work environment where individuals have an opportunity to showcase their talents and help move the company forward. When you think about it, people spend over one-third of their day at work, so my goal is to make it more enjoyable. The world is constantly changing, and we have to change with it.

GCW: Who is your mentor and why? Wall: My mom is my mentor and is a very strong woman who raised my brother, sister and me by working three jobs at a time just to make sure we had the necessities. She was a single mom who never gave up on any of us and always supported us regardless of the situation. She raised us to be thoughtful, kind, respectful and appreciative of everything that came our way and for that, I am forever grateful.

GCW: What is the one thing you really want people to know or understand about who you are? Wall: I am an extremely dedicated person who is committed to the team and the overall success. People

GCW: What motivates you to succeed? Wall: Me! Because I did not finish college, I have always had a desire to prove myself and with hard work and dedication, you can succeed at anything. It hasn’t always been easy but that’s what makes it even more rewarding.

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Hold the perfect meeting by Ryan Giles The perfect meeting … no, that’s not an oxymoron. But if you’re like most knowledge workers today, you spend hours of unnecessary time in meetings every week. How do we transform our meetings from huge energy sucks into productivity machines? First, let’s look at why most meetings fail.

WE LIKE TO HEAR OURSELVES TALK In most meetings, we end up talking “about” problems instead of actually solving problems. In one company, staff members talked about a sensitive issue for five years but never solved it! The fix: The meeting leader, and yes, all meetings should have a designated leader, must keep the conversation on point. And staff members shouldn’t

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WE DON’T ARGUE ENOUGH You heard me right. In conference rooms across the country, one thing that is sorely lacking is heated debate. The conference room should be a place where you can go head-to-head with colleagues over any important topic. If your company is run well, and only appropriate staff are invited to each meeting, then everyone should have valuable information to contribute. If you hold back or aren’t candid, you’re robbing the pool of information. As a leader, I want to hear all sides of an argument … especially sides that differ from mine … so I can make the most informed decision possible. Two heads are better than one. The fix: Before an important decision is reached, ask each person in the room if they have anything to add. Remind all in attendance that silence will be seen as agreement. Also, as the leader, watch your emotions. If you jump down someone’s throat when they disagree with you, you’ll never get the benefit of their insight (so why are you paying them to be there?). The leader must keep his/her ego in check. If your meetings suffer from any of the ailments above, try “the fix” to make improvements. We end all of our meetings by asking each staff member to rate the meeting (on a scale of 1-10). When we started this process, our average meeting score was a 4. Now, our average meeting scores are 9.5. Happy meeting!

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My great grandfather lived to be 97 years old, and my grandfather, “Hap Rogers,” who sustained an injury at the age of 24 in WWII, lived to be 89. According to the Social Security Administration, a man reaching age 65 in 2015 can expect to live, on average, until 84.3 years of age. A woman turning age 65 in 2015 can expect to live, on average, until 86.6 years of age. About one out of every four 65-year-olds today will live past age 90, and one out of 10 will live past age 95. So there may be a lot of years between your retirement and the end, so it pays to have a good Social Security strategy. In an era of vanishing pensions and volatile markets, Social Security offers government-guaranteed income that isn’t vulnerable to market risk, can’t be outlived, and can provide for your loved ones after your death. The Social Security landscape changed dramatically in 2015 when Congress abolished several advanced claiming strategies that helped retirees increase lifetime income. The new rules make it more important than ever to make informed decisions when incorporating Social Security into your overall financial strategies. 1. YOUR AGE AFFECTS THE BENEFIT YOU WILL RECEIVE The earliest age that you can file for Social Security is 62 (unless you qualify for disability), but you won’t be able to collect your full benefit then. Instead, the SSA reduces those benefits by either 25 percent if your full retirement age (FRA) is 66 or 30 percent if it’s 67. So, if your full monthly benefit at age 66 were $1,000, you’d only receive $750 each month if you started collecting at age 62. That reduction in benefits will be permanent. 2. EVEN UNDER THE NEW SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM, IT MAY MAKE FINANCIAL SENSE FOR AT LEAST ONE MEMBER OF A COUPLE TO DELAY CLAIMING BENEFITS UNTIL AGE 70. Many retirees wrestle with the question, “When is the right time to file for benefits?” There is no perfect time to file for benefits, but choosing the right claiming strategy can radically affect how much you can collect over your lifetime. Many Americans are forced to claim early benefits for financial reasons, but, if you can afford it, delaying Social Security benefits could mean collecting significantly more over the course of your life.

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hen Winfield and Gail Majure spotted a Southern Planters Cottage in Gulfport’s historic old Handsboro area, the decision to buy wasn’t a hard one. The 3,100-square-foot home was built in the late 1800s and is nestled on three acres of wooded property. Although well cared for, the last renovation took place in the 50s and was in desperate need of some modern TLC, but that was nothing Gail couldn’t handle. As an interior designer and owner of Gail Majure Designs, she was up for the challenge of turning the four bedroom / three full bathrooms into the perfect living space for her husband and their two sons, Garrett and Reed Dombrowski.

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building would ring with music and hundreds of dancing feet. She tells of a time when family life centered around happenings there. “People came from New Orleans in droves,” she says. “They either had houses here or would stay in one of the hotels. On Saturdays, they’d go to the beach and fish all day, spend the time with family. But after church on Sunday, they’d come here to watch a play or attend a concert or a pageant before heading back to the city in the evening.” Niolet says that most activities took place on the second floor of the building, which has been closed to the public since Katrina. If things go according to plan, people will be walking up the stairs later this year, rocking on the balcony porch and perusing antiques on the upper level as well. “It’s a huge space, so we’re working our way back slowly,” says Niolet. “Eventually, we’ll have the entire building open again.” Vicki understands that big dreams take time. She laughs when she quotes the ancient poet Rumi, who advised: “Start a huge, foolish project, like Noah… . It makes absolutely no difference what people think of you.” But in Vicki’s case, she has a track record that has garnered her respect in the community. For over two decades, she’s worked in the Old Town Merchants Association. She’s also served on the board of the Arts, Hancock County. In 1997, she and a friend revamped a defunct little event called the Second Saturday Artwalk with no financial or organizational backing. It was an example of what’s now called guerilla marketing. Today, the event is one of the economic drivers of Old Town and the county at large. The convivial, family-oriented art and music event attracts people from around the South, and garners the attention of national media outlets like Southern Living Magazine. The magazine recently named Bay St Louis one of the “Top 50 Places to Be in the South Now.” Bay St. Louis came in at No. 18. “If you’re looking for someone to thank for Bay St. Louis catching the eye of Southern Living, Vicki and her family would be a good place to start,” says Old Town Merchants Association president Janice Guido. “They’ve done so much through the years.”

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Streisand. “I’ve always had a lot of energy, but there’s something about performing that drives and motivates me,” Dalgo says. Dalgo recently celebrated her 60th birthday but she entertains on stage like a millennial — certainly not a senior citizen! “My training in dance and years of running have definitely been beneficial as well. Singing is like breathing to me; it energizes me daily.” Dalgo’s four grown children — Layla, 31; Adam 28; Cody 27; and Savee, 21— also are musically talented, having taken the Dalgo curriculum of dance, music, and mastering instruments. Today Adam and Cody are the ones following in their mother’s footsteps. Dalgo notes the music business has changed dramatically. “It used to be back in the day, we played five or six nights a week; you were at a place all week and that was your living. Nowadays, it’s two nights a week, thanks to the economy,” Dalgo says. It’s no secret the music industry is tough in every way, from the late nights to the smoky gigs. However, Dalgo’s passion persists. When she isn’t rockin’ n rollin’ with Blondefire, she is teaching or directing. Her advice to others pursuing music, “If this is your calling, work hard, practice every day, be strong … and be prepared for criticism along with compliments.” Dalgo says Beyonce sings it best: “I was here, I did, I’ve done Everything that I wanted and it was more than I thought it would be I will leave my mark so everyone will know I was here.” continued on page 106

continued from page 105 CHASING HER DREAM In 1972, a bold sixth-grade student in Syracuse, N.Y., informed her band director that she wanted to play drums. His response, “Are you sure you don’t want to play the flute?” Females simply weren’t drummers, until Karen Carpenter showed the music world it could be done. That’s when Cheri Salvetti, said to herself she could do it, too. The mostly self-taught, slim 56year old blonde beauty — and grandmother — is playing drums consistently in Gulf Coast music venues today more than 40 years later. As part of the upbeat trio called Sicily Swing Band, now playing Sundays afternoons at Mosaic Tapas Restaurant & Bar in Ocean Springs, Salvetti also eri al etti represents other musical talents through her business Island of Rhythm Entertainment. However, the journey of success has been a long and winding road. Intent on becoming the next Julie McCoy of “Loveboat” fame, Salvetti pursued a degree in recreational leadership in college, leaving her musical career in the shadows for a number of years. She met and married her husband when she was 21, thus happily fulfilling her mother’s wished-for fate for her daughter. “My mother used to say to me, ‘What do you think you are going to do when you are 40 years old? Play rock n’ roll?’ ” Salvetti recalls. “She wanted me to have the husband-child-white picket fencelifestyle.” Well, for a decade Salvetti fulfilled her mother’s wishes. The marriage eventually went south — literally — after the couple moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It was the early 90s and she met, heard, and befriended, popular Southern rock and blues artist Lisa Mills. “We became fast friends. Our daughters played together,” she recalls. Ironically, so did Salvetti and Mills — on and off for years, up until Hurricane Katrina in 2005. At 33, Salvetti found herself a single parent of a 3-yearold toddler. “We followed our dreams separately,” she says. “I realized music is my true love.” Salvetti became part of Fixations, a band her mother named. “My mother died in 2001, but she did get to see me at age 40 playing rock n’ roll.” 106

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Over the years, Salvetti’s music transported her around the country, from out West to the Florida Keys, thus opening up a world of musicians, contacts, gigs, and the synchronicities of life. “Never burn bridges because sooner or later you will play with the other musicians you are competing with.” She has played with three of Jimmy Buffet’s band members, and popular Parrot Head frontrunner, James “Sunny Jim” White, who wrote “Blame it on the Rum,” made famous in the film “The Firm” with Tom Cruise. In fact, it was Sunny Jim who poured sunshine into Salvetti’s life post-Katrina. “He asked me to play with him at Meeting of the Minds in Key West, the largest Parrot Head event in the world!” she recalls. “It was a dream come true for me at that time.” The weeklong extravaganza allowed Salvetti to play at different resorts and bars every night. “I was really on cloud 9 when his fan club showed up at a private reception he hosted and I was signing autographs, too — my little twinge of fame.” Versatile in many fields, Salvetti’s talents extend beyond her music. Her successful photography business, Personal Paparazzi, takes her on the road between New Orleans and Destin frequently. Other interests include bodybuilding, where she placed third in a New York state competition in 1984, windsurfing, and even a real estate rental business. Her future will always include music. “I think I will play music for as long as I can … maybe the rest of my life.” Whatever Salvetti chooses among her many other interests as the years progress — photographing beautiful landscapes and wildlife, going on safari, visiting Italy — be assured it will be done with confidence and class. DONATING TO THE CAUSE ear al and l nde re erf r f r er fa rite a se sa in ani als at t e ired es e s er er y at rday ay at t e ar rill

ns n a s readers it ins irati nal tales by Scott Naugle Most of us have a dog story. It may be of a childhood pet, a furry collie at the foot of the bed, a German shepherd chewing the upholstery off the sofa in a post-college apartment, or the poodle who has become a late-life companion. In “The Dogs Buried Over the Bridge,” Rheta Grimsley Johnson walks us through her life, joys, miseries, successes, and epiphanies, by lovingly featuring the dog or dogs in her home at that moment. The dogs are both repository and inspiration for the touchpoints in Johnson’s storied life. Johnson has won numerous awards while reporting for United Press International, the Commercial Appeal (Memphis), the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and a number of other regional newspapers. They include the Ernie Pyle Memorial Award for Human Interest Reporting, the Headliner Award for Commentary, and the American Society of Newspaper Editors’ Distinguished Writing Award for commentary. Syndicated by King Features of New York, her column appears in approximately 50 newspapers nationally. She lives at Fishtrap Hollow, near Iuka, Mississippi, in the Mississippi Hill Country, halfway between Nashville and Memphis. Johnson is also a frequent visitor to Pass Christian. Join Johnson as a starry-eyed newlywed starting a weekly newspaper on Georgia’s exotic St. Simons Island, through stints at various other Southern newspapers, and finally to her writing life in remote and dog-friendly Fishtrap Hollow, Miss. That’s the dateline for her longrunning column and the place Johnson has called home for almost 30 years, despite growing up “a girl of curbs and gutters, not creeks and critters.” Along the way, readers meet Johnson’s eccentric neighbors, her friends, her three husbands, and — best of all — her dogs. She introduces Monster, “a big galoot of a mutt, the variegated color of a hand-knitted sweater a dour aunt might give you for Christmas”; Humphrey, who spent much of one night in an apartment complex “patiently lining stolen shoes up at our back door like a clearance rack at Payless”; Mabel (pronounced MayBelle), the first of the dogs to be buried “over the bridge” in Johnson’s sad little dog cemetery, who was “so beautiful that it never really mattered how much toilet paper she shredded, whose hairbrush she destroyed, where she sat or slept … . Scolding Mabel would have been stomping a rose”; and Pogo and Albert, who taught Rheta that “grief can kill you, whatever your species. It isn’t pretty, and it’s a walk you must take alone.” There are other dogs as well, for hers has been a life that measures its quality in canines.

Johnson claims that she finds it “harder and harder to separate the humans from the dogs. That would be like separating the past from the present, or memory from reality. Certain dogs are so much a part of life with certain people at certain places that I cannot make a distinction. Why bother, anyway? Maybe all we are is an amalgamation of the animals we have loved, the things they have taught us. Certainly, we learn more from them than they do from us.” Our world is a better place for Johnson’s care and connection with beloved canines. Affection and kindness truly are returned in kind. A few weeks ago in early April, a bookstore in Pass Christian hosted a launch event for The Dogs Buried Over the Bridge. A painted portrait of Mabel watched over the gathering. For nearly two hours, Johnson steadily signed books as the line snaked out the door. It was if the community had gone to the dogs, turning out in force through their human keepers, to thank Johnson for her touching remembrance of their four-legged brethren.

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“Super” means at a higher level, higher quality and being self- sacrificing, courageous and noble. So many people are looking for a superhero to save them from the stress and pressures of this somewhat chaotic world we live in. You see; Superwoman, super girl and Wonder Woman all were confident in their gifts and their abilities as well as their strengths and weaknesses. They knew exactly who they were and how to dress for success. I believe there’s a superhero in all of us, that keeps us honest and gives us strength and power to achieve. Yes, Superman can fly, outrun trains and stop bullets, but he still has a weakness. His weakness was Kryptonite that made him weak and vulnerable. Don’t we all have kryptonite in our lives, too? Those are the things that weaken us or cause us to question our abilities. The good news is each one of us are given certain talents and abilities by God (Romans 12:6-8, Eph. 4:7-13). Having weaknesses is really not a bad thing as we all have been taught. Being weak in some areas creates a dependency and causes us to rely on God (2 Corinthians 12:7-10). Our weaknesses also reveal a need for teamwork, relationships and each other. Through this alliance we can have maximum impact; together we can make a fully working body. Unlike Superman, we don’t need to go into the phone booth to change into a different character. We can be the real super girls every minute of every day. In order to be a real super hero we cannot have a secret identity, nor hide behind a mask — we must stand up and be genuine by helping others. Being a super hero is not something we do only when the cape and the mask are on. A super girl / superhero has extraordinary, supernatural power, dedicated to fulfilling the mission to protect the world from evil. Ephesians 3:20-21 says, “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be the Glory. “ Allow GOD to activate his power within you. HE will make a spiritual super girl out of you! Killeen is founder of W.O.W. (Women of Wisdom). W.O.W. meets every second Wednesday of the month at noon at the Lyman Community Center in Gulfport.

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When you are in the storms of life, sometimes your praise becomes weakened. Negative words began to manifest in your mind, and it seems the storm begins to define you. God has promised us in the time of trouble; He shall hide us in His pavilion, in the secret place. He will give you victory in the storm. God has gifted you with praise to connect with Him and to preserve you when you’re facing the most difficult times of life. Here are three ways to maintain victory in the midst of your adversity. GIVE GOD A SACRIFICIAL PRAISE The gift of praise connects you with Him in a deeper way and edifies who He is. He is the creator and there is none like Him. In the storms of life, our praise may become weakened from the burdens, but the greatest blessings come when we reach deep within our spirit and offer up a sacrificial praise. A sacrificial praise is an offertory praise that is difficult to surrender to God when faced with opposition. Hebrews 13:15 says, “… let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise with the fruit of our lips that openly declares his name.” When we offer praise to God, He receives it and, in return, He pours out the blessings. The Lord encourages us to praise Him continually whether life is easy or difficult, as this pleases Him. A woman in the Bible suffered for 12 years with an issue of blood. It seemed like there was no hope for her. She pressed for her miracle because the storm had become so great and she had no other alternative! My friend, you do the same. You must press through the difficult times and praise God to receive victory in every area of your life!

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Grilled salmon is perfect for summer by Danie Rodriquez The weather has warmed up and it is the time of year for all of the family get-togethers around the grill. It seems that when we pull the grills out, we also pull out the same recipes over and over again. Burgers, chicken and ribs are great for any party, but what if we change it up a bit? We live on the beautiful Gulf Coast and seafood is always available, so why not try something new on the grill the next time you cook out. Grilling fish can be very tricky because it tends to want to stick and fall between the grates. My recipe for grilled cedar plank salmon solves all of the issues of grilling seafood while providing a flavorful, healthy meal that is beautiful to present to family and friends.

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“That first week we packed the restaurant with family and friends, and fortunately they liked our food,” Atwell says. Using mostly word of mouth advertising, the location soon became a lunchtime favorite for local businesses. Their dedication was rewarded when Murky Waters was voted the number one barbecue restaurant in the Sun Herald’s “People’s Choice” awards. When it came time to expand, they chose the friendly town of Ocean Springs. “Even though we’re from the Coast, none of us were familiar with this area,” Atwell says. “One day we were driving down Government Street and saw the ‘For Rent’ sign on the door. We called our lender, Gulf Coast Renaissance Corp., and by October 2014, we opened our doors. We’d been open only a week or two when the Peter Anderson Festival brought in so many customers we were almost overwhelmed!” Atwell notes the crowd difference between the two

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locations. Gulfport has a steady, reliable weekday business clientele. Ocean Springs rocks in the evenings with dinner diners coming for beer and music. Both restaurants offer a wide selection of microbrews and choices are listed on a menu board complete with alcohol content and state of origin. The choices change weekly. All their meats are smoked onsite in the back of both locations. Their barbecue style is dry rub and customers can add sauces at the table. “Here in Mississippi, barbecue is more about the community and socializing,” Atwell says. “It’s an excuse to get around the table with your family and enjoy good food.” Wednesday night is wing night, and I joined the legions of locals who swear these are the best wings they’ve ever had. There’s typically a two-hour wait, which is understandable given they sell more than 5,000 wings in four hours between the two stores. Unlike most restaurants that deep-fry their wings for seven minutes, Murky Waters smokes theirs for an hour, followed by a quick flash fry to crisp the outside. They offer their wings with 14 choices of sauces such as habanero, garlic Parmesan or sweet Asian. Another local favorite is a dish they call “Burnt ends.” They take a mammoth size 10-pound brisket that Atwell describes as the most fatty, toughest meat you can find. After smoking it for 10 hours, they cut off the lean bottom half and serve that meat as brisket. The residual fat cap is smoked for an additional four hours until the fat looks burnt beyond eating. However, when the rim is removed, the inside is the most tender meat you’ll ever find. “We can’t keep them in stock,” Atwell says. “It’s the first thing people ask for and the first thing to sell out.” Murky Waters entertains with live blues music. Recruiting musicians from across the Coast, local musician/ photographer Neil Ladner lines up the twice-weekly schedule. Ladner also provided the photographs decorating the walls, which are all famous Mississippi blues players. Visit www.murkywatersbbq.com to keep up with the music lineup, check out the menus, and see what beers they have on tap. Drop by either location in Gulfport or Ocean Springs and enjoy some great brews, blues and barbecue.

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empowerment and educational workshops prior to shopping for a dress. Pink Lotus also supports Girl Power, an afterschool program at North Gulfport 7th and 8th grade. Pink Lotus provides educational workshops to the participants twice a month. We are also proud to announce the launching of The Pink Lotus Leadership Academy. The mission of the academy is to provide leadership skills to girls entering 9th grade. The academy will follow the cohort of girls throughout their high school matriculation and follow a curriculum that will employ them to be outstanding leaders in their schools and communities. Each girl is paired with a mentor to help them succeed. All of the participants will have the opportunity to graduate from the program with a scholarship to a college or university. We are very excited about this initiative and what it will do for girls along the Gulf Coast. I am very excited about what Pink Lotus has done for the community and even more excited about what we have planned in the future. Women and girls are the world’s most underutilized resource. We are dynamic especially in numbers. My goal is for each woman and girl to realize their potential and follow their dreams. Jocelyn Gavin Lane is the CEO/founder of The Pink Lotus Project. Follow The Pink Lotus Project on Facebook. Reach Lane at jocelynlane@me.com.

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