January 2013 #2 by Jon Frangipane

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Around the Around the Point is a column that includes news items relevant to the residents of LHP. We reserve the right to reject material that may not be in the best interest of the community.

“Light the Broadway Lights for a Cure”

The 2013 Relay for Life of Deerfield Beach/Lighthouse Point/Hillsboro Beach is busy working on our 2013 Relay. It will be held on April 13-14 at Quiet Waters Park on Powerline Rd. in Deerfield Beach, 4 PM - 9 AM. Our 2013 Relay theme is “Light the Broadway Lights for a Cure”, which will be the inspiration for the creative booths that each team creates. Each Relay is filled with food, decorations, and entertainment. We encourage cancer survivors and volunteers to register and people in the community to make plans to join us at the Relay. We're also looking for those interested in forming a team or joining an established team. If you are a business interested in showing your support for this top community event, please consider a sponsorship. This is a tax-deductible donation and provides exposure for you as well as benefiting our fight against cancer. The music, entertainment, food, raffles, and auction provide plenty of enjoyment for all. Last year, our event raised over $100, 000 and this year our goal is to surpass that by $5,000. All the funds raised at Relays benefit cancer survivors, those fighting cancer, and families dealing with the loss of a family member from cancer. We meet monthly at Dixon Hall, 2220 NE 38th Street, Lighthouse Point. If you, or someone you know, is interested in participating in the Relay in any way, please go to our website at www.relayforlife.org/dblpfl or contact the following people: Event Chair: Nona Breitenstein, 954-304-4248, nonabreit@gmail.com Team Development Chair: Karen Hardy, 954-242-5485, karengle@yahoo.com Survivor Chair: Kathy Galen, 631-891-7825, kgalen115@yahoo.com, Sponsor Chair: TJ Eagen, 954-592-3150, tjego2@aol.com ACS Staff Partner: Jessie Brooks, 954-290-0898, jessie.brooks@cancer.org

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9th Annual Taste of Lighthouse Point Fills Yacht Club January 22nd

January for the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce means the Taste of Lighthouse Point, the chamber’s annual fundraiser that brings together the community for a night of celebration, fun, music, and of course, good food. Some of the area’s top restaurants will be dishing out delicious food for your taste buds, including: Bonefish Mac’s, Olympia Flame Diner, Red Fox Diner, Cap’s Place, Edible Arrangements, Hot Tomatoes, Lighthouse Point Yacht Club, Oceans 234, Sicilian Oven, Packy’s Sports Grill, J. Mark’s, Nauti Dawg, La Mimosa, Bobby Rubino’s, Lito’s Turf & Surf, Publix, Costco and GFS Marketplace. Email taste@lhpchamber.com for details on purchasing tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at Pac N Send of Lighthouse Point at 3640 North Federal Highway, LHP.

Jennifer Ebert Has Lost Her Brave Battle with Cancer

Jennifer Elizabeth Ebert, age 39, of Deerfield Beach, died on December 3, 2012 after a valiant five year battle with cancer—a bright ray of sunshine was lost. Born on May 16, 1973, in Holy Cross Hospital, Jen was a beautiful, freespirited, irrepressible force that touched the lives of everyone she met and will continue to live on in our hearts and fond memories forever. Survived by her adoring fiance of twenty years, Joseph Michel; father, Steve Ebert (Carol) of the Florida Humane Society; mother, Priscilla Harris; brother, Matthew Ebert; grandmother, Marjorie Nace (Gene); and many uncles, aunts, and cousins. She loved boating, “baking in the sun,” sunrises and sunsets and was an avid Heat, Gators, and Fins fan. She was unique in everything she did and brought laughter, smiles, and mischief wherever she went. Jen is also survived by her two crazy cats, Snowy Belle and Chen Chen. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Florida Humane Society, 3870 N. Powerline Road, Pompano Beach, FL 33073.

New Exchange Club Formed

We are excited to announce the third new club of the 2012/13 administrative year. Please join us in welcoming the Exchange Excel Club of Zion Lutheran High School, Deerfield Beach, FL. Thanks and appreciation goes out to the club builders Larry Crismond and Randy Loren for their hard work in building this club. The new club is sponsored by The Exchange Club of Pompano Beach, Florida.

The club officially chartered with 16 members on November 9. Charter officers are: President Hannah Coelho, President Elect Oscar Meneses, Secretary Jessie Galiette, Treasurer Tomas Feliciano and Historian Niaka Esperance. District Director Larry Crismond conducted the POM ceremony. The new club is part of the Florida District (District President Diana Walker), and Region 9 (Regional Vice President Wayne Swindall). To all the new members…WELCOME!!!

Jim Addis, Director of Club/Member Development and Events, raises the Florida flag in celebration of the Exchange Excel Club of Zion Lutheran High School, Deerfield Beach, Florida. Pictured below are members of the Exchange Excel Club of Zion Lutheran High School along with Florida District and national representatives (from left): Wayne Swindall (Region 9 Vice President), Diana Walker (Florida District President), members of the Excel Club, Larry Crismond (District Director) and Robert Freidman (Club President – XC of Pompano Beach).

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Features

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From the

10 Republic Of Croatia

LHP Chamber’s ‘Shop The Point’ Gains Support!

15 John Offerdahl’s Gridiron Grill-Off 18 Pompano Boat Parade 29 Pineapple Jamboree 31 Lighthouse A’Glow 40 1st Annual Shop The Point

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Forget Black Friday and Buy Nothing Day. More obvious every year is that supporting our own small businesses and our own Main Streets have become critically important. See the growing empty stores? It’s no secret. Lighthouse Point Chamber’s new Shop the Point initiative (see page 40), started in November at the Shoppes at Beacon Light, is just a small example of what can be done to excite and motivate our residents to do their shopping locally, as much as possible. Yes, shopping locally does make more cents for our community and will create more jobs. Look for our two new tag lines to appear throughout our magazine:

Shopping Locally Makes More Cents! Shopping Locally Creates More Jobs! This does not mean completely walling off the outside world, but think how much it will mean by nurturing locally owned businesses that use local resources sustainably,

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employ local workers at decent wages, and primarily serve local consumers. This will mean we’ll all have the opportunity to become more selfsufficient and less dependent on imports, and more importantly, become less beholden to the People’s Republic of China! Other initiatives, such as starting a Small Business Saturday as a way to get the community to buy locally at unbeatable prices, may be also worth a try. Getting to know and trust your local retailer personally can have many rewards. New stores will open, new jobs will be created, and a whole new feel to the entire community will spring forth. Before you begin your computer search for your next purchase, please think seriously about the wonderful community you live in, and what you can do to make it even better! Thank you, LHP Chamber, for your exciting Shop the Point program. The idea is catching on like wildfire! Jon Frangipane, Publisher

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Beautiful Croacia was visited recently by Eunice Hamblen. Enjoy her story which begins on page 10.

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“In the present circumstances, no one can afford to assume that someone else will solve their problems. Every individual has a responsibility to help guide our global family in the right direction. Good wishes are not sufficient; we must become actively engaged.” — His Holiness the Dalai Lama

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Contents

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A Pet Who Needs Love Al’s Corner

A pet who needs love 8

Around the Point

As I Was Saying

Beauty Spot of the Month

Cantankerously Yours

Cookin’ with the Community

From the Editor

Garden Lady

Happy Birthday

Identity Theft

Legal Matters

On Religion

Out & About

Pet Birthday Gallery

Lotto (What a winner he is)

I am a two year old Terrier mix. I am tested, shots up to date, and neutered. I came to FHS from animal control after I had been hit by a car. The Doctor at animal control repaired my fractured femur. So I am just fine. I am a wonderful sweet lovable boy but need to get to know you and then will be your best friend. I would do best in an adult home. My friends and I can be seen at the Florida Humane Society, 12-4 ThursdaySunday, located at 3870 North Powerline Road, Pompano Beach on the NE corner of Sample and Powerline next to the Citco car wash. You can also view us online at floridahumanesociety.org or call 954 974 6152.

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CROATIA HIKING ALONG THE DALMATIAN COAST

Story by Eunice Hamblen Photos by Eunice Hamblen and Kim Brown

ou may have heard about Croatiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful coast and engaging people. This past September, I took a Country Walkers hiking trip to the Dalmatian Coast, and the experience was better and more beautiful than anticipated. Our trip itinerary started in the ancient city of Split with visits to even older cities of Trogir and Salona. All three were ancient centers of commerce. We ferried to and hiked the islands of Brac (pronounced Brasch), Hvar and Korcula (pronounced Korchula), and ended our tour in the walled city of Dubrovnik. The history of Croatia and the entire region is quite complex. Caught between the Mediterranean and central Europe, the region was subject to conquest from the East and the West. The Greeks, Romans, Slavs, Huns, Venetians, and Franks had control of part or all of the current territory at some time in early history. Dalmatia as well as the rest of the region has been sliced and diced through two world wars. The most recent conflict 20 years ago (after the break-up of Yugoslavia) left Croatia with properties along the coast from the Italian/Slovenia border, west to Serbia and Bosnia and south to Montenegro. The Dalmatian Coast is located along the Adriatic Sea just east of Italy. Its beauty is attributed to the many islands, safe harbors and private coves. A sunken mountain range creates the islands offshore and a second mountain range creates the dramatic mainland shoreline. I was surprised by the rocky topography, limestone to be exact. The islands and entire coastal region is limestone. Through the centuries, farmers moved rocks from the fields to find what scant soil was available to grow olive trees, and grapes as well as vegetables.

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The millions of rocks that were moved over time are impressive. Almost the entire landscape is crisscrossed with rock walls. Since limestone was the most abundant resource, most houses, roofs, cisterns, animal sheds, and many tools were made from it. The hard solid white limestone of Dalmatia has been mined since Roman times and is still popular. The limestone construction helped preserve ancient buildings such as Diocletianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palace, Venetian fortresses, cathedrals and of course the famous walled city of Dubrovnik. Our trip started in the city of Split. We then traveled from island to island, heading south to the city of Dubrovnik. Before leaving the coast, we toured the remains of an ancient Roman stadium in Salona, and the even more ancient island town of Trogir (founded 380 BC) where we got our first a capella serenade. Singing with and without

Our wonderful a capella serenade.

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The gorgeous view from our balcony at the Pastura Hotel. music accompaniment is very much an attractive part of this culture. We returned to Split for a quick tour of Diocletianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palace. This extra large highly fortified palace was the retirement home of Diocletian, the first Roman emperor to retire. Since the fall of Rome, it became the home to many local families as well as stores and restaurants which have inhabited it for several centuries. It is a living monument of ancient times. We enjoyed a lovely lunch somewhere within the Palace walls where I ate my first of many octopus salads.

Illyrian/Roman structure with wild capers growing on the walls.

Konoba (cellar and/or kitchen) in Skrip.

Our group posing in a white limestone quarry. That same afternoon we boarded the Jadrolinija ferry for the island of Brac. This was our home for the next two nights in the picturesque Pastura Hotel built on the Adriatic Sea. Brac is famous for its beautiful white limestone. Our first hike took us to the village of Skrip founded in 1000 BC by the Illyrians. The citadel wall which was started by the Illyrians (irregular rectangle blocks) and finished by the Romans (perfectly squared corners) was interesting as were the very old rock houses with rock shingles in the village. We visited the â&#x20AC;&#x153;konobaâ&#x20AC;? (means cellar and/or kitchen) of a village home where the olive harvest in the form of oil is stored in large rock vats. Also stored in the

konoba is the grape harvest in the form of wine fermenting in large stainless steel vats. We were offered homemade grappa and dried figs. This is very much a part of their culture. We were offered grappa and figs in most homes and restaurants we visited. We hiked to the outskirts of Skrip to a lovely home for a typical Brac lunch in the garden under the olive trees. Our lunch which consisted of homemade gnocchi with two sauces, tossed salad, red and white wine, bread and olive oil was all produced on their land. Everything tastes better when you are hungry, but I am convinced that the olive oil from the Dalmatian islands is the best ever.

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John Offerdahl’s Gridiron Grill-Off Food, Wine & Tailgate Festival

Photos by Debra Todd Five-time Pro-Bowl Miami Dolphins’ linebacker, John Offerdahl, hosted the 3rd Annual Gridiron Grill-OFF Food, Wine & Tailgate Festival on December 1st at the Pompano Beach Amphitheater to a sold out crowd of fired up fans! 21 Miami Dolphins’ legends teamed up with south Florida’s best chefs, while fans were able to EAT, DRINK, VOTE on their favorite Grill-OFF recipes, and COMPETE in the ultimate Tailgate Game—Cornhole Bean Bag Toss—a competition that paired athletes with fans! “This event allows me to bring together my two favorite worlds,” stated John Offerdahl. “A long time ago I got into football; then I got into the food business. What I realized is that if you put football and food together you have a collision, and it’s an awesome collision. Who doesn’t love football and food,” said Offerdahl. “So I brought together the legends of the Miami Dolphins and South Florida’s best chefs. These athletes and chefs give their talent and their service to this event because when we collide to “Feed the Needs of Kids in Crisis” —we make a difference in our community.” Fans sampled amazing food and wine pairings, talked with the athletes and enjoyed a beautiful afternoon of sun and fun. Former linebacker, Zach Thomas competing in his second Gridiron Grill-Off really got into the event. “This is an awesome event to help kids in crisis,” said Thomas. “John brings all the guys together to help support our community. There’s no other charity event like this in our area.” The Cornhole Competition capped the day with celebrities, chefs and fans competing together. The team of Jeff Cross, Chef Stanton Bundy (The Royal Pig) and fan, Sean Wittneben took home the coveted Gridiron Grill-Off Cornhole Trophy. The “Critics’ Choice” Grill-Off Champion is based on the judges scoring. This year’s judge’s table was headlined by national & local celebrity judges including Ray “Dr. BBQ” Lampe, Robyn “Grill Grrrl” Lindars, and South Florida legends Chef Allen Susser & Chef Mark Milletillo.

“PEOPLES’ CHOICE” GRILL-OFF AWARD: Louis Oliver and Executive Chef David Hackett (Hollywood Prime at the Westin Diplomat) – “Oliver’s HP Surf & Turf”, paired with Kendall Jackson Pinot Noir “CRITICS’ CHOICE” GRILL-OFF CHAMPION: Troy Stradford and Executive Chef Greg McGowan (Pelican Landing) – “Stradford’s Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps”, paired with Kendall Jackson Syrah Over $25,000 was raised for Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation, which “hands-off” the primary proceeds to 4KIDS of South Florida and HOPE South Florida.—

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John Offerdahl’s Gridiron Grill-Off Continued from page 15

Chef David Hackett’s Team (Hollywood Prime at Westin Diplomat Resort)

Culinary Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Sous Chefs.

Chef Jonathan Torres (Shula’s on the Beach, Westin Beach Resort) and Dave Shula.

Fan with Chef Stanton Bundy (Royal Pig).

Dick Anderson autographs for a fan. Grill-Off Competition Official Scoring Team.

Jeff Cross and Mark Higgs.

Zach Thomas and Chef Lauren DeSheilds (Market 17 Farm Fresh Restaurant & Bar).

GIGO Volunteers Heather Moraitis, John Offerdahl and Victoria Israels.

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Pompano Beach Celebrates 50th Annual Holiday Boat Parade Article by Andrea Freygang

Photos by Debra Todd

North Broward’s most decorated event, the 50th Annual Holiday Boat Parade, sailed December 9th at 6 p.m. Those taking part were celebrating area’s rich history, by being a part of this signature event in one of several ways: by captaining a boat in the parade, hosting a shore decorating party, watching along the Intracoastal, or getting VIP treatment in the lead boat with Grand Marshals Gwen and Richard Leys. Presented by the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, the parade is co-chaired by community leaders Dr. Brian Rask and Michele Greene, and kicks off at Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach and ends at the Deerfield Beach/Boca Raton line. “We have looked forward to making this year’s commemorative event really special,” said Greene. “We have involved the residential and business communities of Pompano Beach, Lighthouse Point and Deerfield Beach! This was a fun event for everyone.” Participants and sponsors received a gift bag from local businesses, including a commemorative ornament from renowned local artist Pat Anderson. Sponsors this year include: KMC Marine, Dr. Brian Rask, DMD, Merritt Boats, Festival Flea Market, Pompano Ford-Lincoln, Two Georges at the Cove, Publix, Oceans 234, Broward Sheriff’s Office, Isle Casino, Aqua Marina Hidden Harbor, City of Lighthouse Point, John Knox Village, Michele Greene – State Farm Insurance, Furman Insurance, OK Tire Store, Shane LeMar Entertainment & Productions, Bonefish Mac’s, Beach Raker, Umberto’s Restaurant, JB Dentistry, D&L Janitorial Service, Sawyer and Latimer, P.A., Waste Management and Wheeler Mortgage.

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A s I Wa s S ay i n g

Resolutions 2013 By Alan Williamson

A brand new year begins, a time of hope and growth and ditching the debris of the past. It’s a time of renewal and redemption and salvation. (A time to lose those extra 15 pounds I’ve been lugging around like a recycle bin full of beer bottles.) Here’s how I’m planning to recycle my life and make 2013 my best year ever.

Resolution # 1: I will become utterly absorbed in a new and greater reality while still maintaining my availability to participate in happy hours, barbecues, card games and other traditional, old-reality activities.

Resolution # 2: I will take the initiative to reach out and call people to keep in touch. I will pick up the phone and call distant family members, past and present friends, and people I went to school with. If no one on my A-list is available, I will dial numbers at random until I connect with someone, somewhere and find out how their week is going and what their weather is like.

Resolution # 3: I will take more pictures and capture more memories in 2013 then I ever have before. Since my previous record for taking pictures in one year is four, the pressure is on to snap off at least one shot per quarter and then squeeze in another one sometime during the holiday season. Note to myself: buy a good camera, perhaps a Polaroid so I can pull the picture out, shake it while I count to 60, and see the results sooner rather than later.

Resolution # 4: I will write, produce and star in a theatrical tribute to Mahatma Gandhi entitled “Dinner with Gandhi: Nothing for Me, Thanks.” In contrast to the title, the show will have something for everyone: partial nudity, intense nonviolent disobedience, and a raise-theroof, wake-the-dead sound track alive with ambient chanting and melodic humming.

Resolution # 5: To make the work week seem shorter and less of a grind, I will lead a historic petition of the Federal government to officially rename Thursday “Friday Eve.” While I’m at it, I will also formally request that Tuesday be renamed to reflect what it actually feels like, which is “Monday, Part 2.” 24

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Resolution #6: I will strive to meet people that I have disagreements with half way. At my discretion, as a show of good faith, I will meet them as much as 51% of the way and buy them a complimentary cinnamon bun or multi-grain muffin, subject to availability. If that doesn’t work, screw ‘em – I don’t see anyone buying me a complimentary multi-grain muffin.

Resolution # 7: I will rekindle my personal pursuit of cultural enrichment by reading more books and watching less TV. First book on my list: “How to Read More Books and Watch Less TV.” Second book: “Paradise Unplugged: The Hidden Perils of Reading Too Many Books and Watching Too Little TV.” Third Book: “No Reading Required: A Guilt-free Guide to Watching the Shows You Love and Loving the Shows You Watch.” Resolution # 8: I will reunite with the original members of my 1980s punk band “Chronic Caucasians” and launch a nationwide tour of second-rate amphitheaters, dilapidated band shells and flea market food courts. I plan on calling it the “No Refunds Tour” to convey our commitment to delivering a crowd-pleasing performance and to head off any frivolous lawsuits that would require my appearance in small claims court.

Resolution # 9: I will finally fulfill my potential as a highly-paid public speaker by training myself to talk eloquently in front of large crowds at business functions without prior knowledge of the functions’ purpose or the makeup of the audience. With a preparation approach based on working smarter, not harder, I will win over audiences by addressing them frequently as “a fine group of buckaroos” and by limiting my speeches to exactly 11 minutes. I will also give away small, hotel-size samples of soap and shampoo.

Resolution # 10: All kidding aside, I will strive each day to live fully and spontaneously in the moment with gratitude, passion and a spirit of adventure. Happy New Year everyone. May you live fully, love deeply, share generously and laugh often. (Just remember to pace yourself and take time now and then to be selfish and small-minded.) ◆

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The Garden Lady Says… Pots of Possibility By Donna Torrey

It’s great fun to collect an eclectic assortment; some tall, some short, some oval, some fanciful, some plain, and to arrange them on your patio or front porch, or wherever there is the proper growing conditions. I even put pots right into the garden with shrubs and trees. But the greatest thing about pots, especially those waiting to be used, stacked neatly in pot middens, is how they pull us, ever so gently, into the realm of possibilities. Our imagination is able to roam freely over the personal plant palette in our mind. Can you picture that antique style with moss growing upon it, spilling forth with viola, lobelia, and trailing ivies? Or that new orchid just purchased, or the newest succulent added to our collection. How about the container herb garden we’re continually adding to or more colorful flowers to enjoy… Keep dreaming, don’t stop. Our gardens are like our lives; virtually pots of possibility. Happy New Year. ◆ Garden gate Nursery is located in the Pompano Citi Centre. Donna can be reached at 954-783-GATE, or at www.donnasgardengate.com

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One of the most enjoyable aspects of gardening is being able to collect pots. A well seasoned gardener soon has a wide array of them. Their design and composition can vary widely, but the original pot was made of claylike materials, and to this day, continues to be the most popular. Clay comes in different qualities and colors depending upon where it comes from, and the firing process. Some say the best clay pottery comes from Italy, but Central America and even the United States crank out some excellent ones. I am not that critical of where they come from; I am however, more critical of the shapes and designs. I especially love the ones that look old and are mimics of antiques. The savvy gardener knows that the best pots have lichens, moss and a well seasoned look. Those pots taller and shorter than standards are also high on my list, along with interesting rims and bases, and I also like blonder tones of clay.

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celebrated its 65th Anniversary in November with a Pineapple Jamboree, a community birthday party at the Sample McDougald house. The historic home, now located on N.E. 10 Street, was relocated from its original site on Dixie Highway just south of Sample Road, originally the site of a farm that grew bell peppers, green beans, eggplants and pineapples. But that crop of sweet fruit was not the only reason the Pompano Chamber chose to salute the pineapple. In colonial times, hostesses would set a fresh pineapple in the center of their dining table when visitors joined their families in their homes. Visiting was the primary means of entertainment and cultural exchange, so the concept of hospitality was a central element in colonial life. The pineapple, then, symbolized the warmest welcome a hostess could extend to her guests. The Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Committee that organized the Jamboree made sure that pineapples were in abundance for the evening event to warmly welcome everybody. There were pineapple decorations, pineapple and chicken appetizers, pineapple wine, pineapple shooters, pineapple upside down cake, pineapple luminaries lined the walkway, pineapple chunks were roasted over one the open fires along with marshmallows and everybody went home with their own pineapple plant. The Sample McDougald House was open to attendees during the evening and featured special displays on the second floor that showcased the growth of the city over the past 65 years, and how the Chamber evolved along with the community. One room had a display of photos of each of the organizations past Presidents /Chairs. They also had on display the minutes from the first meeting and various photos and collateral from other Chamber highlights and events. Continues on page 30

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Pineapple Jamboree Continued from page 29 Other evening highlights were the “Bounce Horse Race” that raised funds for the non-profit group “Pompano Has Heart,” and the fantastic music of Bungled and Botched, which had attendees dancing on the house’s wrap-around front porch. “It was a great celebration on a beautiful Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce night, “ said current Pompano Chamber Chair, Jean McIntyre. “It was so much fun we may just do it again next year.” The enthusiastic race crowd cheers on the competitors.

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Bob Sewick, Lisa Spinelli, Manouella Martin and Jesus Martin.

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Lighthouse Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Glow 2012 Photos by Debra Todd

The community jammed Frank McDonough Park on Wednesday, December 5th for the 10th Annual Lighthouse A'Glow. The event was begun by then Commisioner Jane McLauglin, and has become a yearly fun time for the kids and family. The photos by Debra Todd tell the story. Sponsors for the event include: Campbell and Rosemurgy Real Estate, Sheehan Buick & GMC, Shoppes of Beacon Light, Heritage Investment Group, Tim Pine Family, Bill Dudziak Family, Waste Management, Adrian Thomas, P.A., Moran Yacht & Ship, TD Bank, Bonefish Mac's, Oasis Lawn and Landscape and Coral Cadillac.

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CROATIA Continued from page 11

A 16th century monastery built into rock cliffs.

Enjoying a typical Brac lunch in the garden under the olive trees.

One of many tranquil coves.

Homemade gnocchi, wine, olive oil, home grown fruit and many other treats round out the fabulous lunch. As we hiked the trails of Brac, we found all my favorite herbs growing wild. Near our hotel, we noticed hedges made from Rosemary but we found it wild on the trail along with Oregano, thyme, sage, anise and bay leaves. There were wild free herbs everywhere. If you like to cook like I do, this was a gourmet’s fantasy land. Our second day on Brac included a hike to a 16th century monastery built into the rock cliffs on the south side of the island. The priests who fled from the Ottoman invasion on the mainland founded the monastery and developed the surrounding lands which produced 8 tons of honey and 8000 liters of wine for 36

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export per year. The monks kept detailed records of their activities for centuries and these are preserved in a museum in the capital. We hiked down to a private cove where we were picked up by motorboat and delivered to town and waiting minibus. Our lunch today, again in a lovely “Home and Garden” setting at a Sheppard’s hamlet, consisted of “Peka” a local dish of lamb, chicken and vegetables roasted outdoors under ashes for two to three hours. With Peka we also had red and white wine, bread and olive oil. Grappa & figs were offered before lunch as usual. After lunch we traveled by minibus to the highest point on the island where sheer cliffs overlook the beautiful Adriatic Sea. We could see a “Peka” a local dish of lamb, chicken and point of gravel and vegetables roasted outdoors under ashes sand called the for two to three hours.

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The Hvar coastline nestled against the Adriatic Sea.

Milna Cove where we swam and enjoyed lunch.

Golden Horn which changes shapes with the seasonal tides. Afterwards, we met our luggage at the dock and hopped a local boat to the Island of Hvar our home for the next two nights. Hvar was built during Venetian rule (1278) to create a safe harbor for the important shipping to and from the orient. The city is built around this safe harbor and our hotel was one of the buildings. We were on our own for dinner and met the next morning on our breakfast terrace overlooking the harbor. The Hvar harbor, while not big enough for cruise ships, was popular with private yachts. Hvar, like most Dalmatianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s larger islands, has a high limestone peak. On Hvarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peak just above the harbor was built the 16th century Spanjola

The Milna cove experience rated among my favorites. After stuffing ourselves, only three of our party decided to walk the 5 miles back to our hotel, the rest of The view of Hvar Harbor from the Spagnola Fort. us opted to take the minibus. The island of Hvar is known for its lavender fields. The next day we hiked through picturesque vineyards and lavender fields to a tiny coastal village known for its production of a red wine called Plavac. Their local white wine is called Posip. We stopped for lunch and wine tasting once again on a scenic cove in the town of Nedjelja. Our light lunch consisted of octopus salad, salted and marinated sardines and of course bread and olive oil. We met our minibus and luggage for a short ride to another maritime transport, this time to the island of Korcula. This article of the journey through lovely Croatia will be continued in the February 2013 issue.

The trail we were following with Hvar Mountains in the background. fort. We hiked up to this fort for spectacular view of the harbor and surrounding area. And then we were transported to the trailhead a short distance away and hiked down into another lovely cove by the name of Milna, where we changed into swimsuits for a welcomed cool swim in the crystal clear water of the Adriatic. Lunch at the Gostiona Milna Restaurant on the cove consisted of mussels, scampi, octopus salad and sea bass. All of which was prepared to perfection. Of course, there was plenty of bread and olive oil, red and white wine.

Local Zlatan Plavac wine produced from the picturesque vineyards we hiked through.

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Pineapple Jamboree Continued from page 30

Ralph Brigida, Amanda Dona, Yani Payne and Marsha Brigida.

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Shop the Point Debuts At Shoppes At Beacon Light Article by Andrea Freygang Over the holidays, the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce launched a new marketing campaign called Shop the Point. We had a great kickoff event at The Shoppes of Beacon Light, pictured here. The Chamber hopes residents will use the card year-round to enjoy savings at local small businesses. The goal of the campaign is to introduce residents to the many businesses in Lighthouse Point and encourage them to visit them. “When we sat down this year as a board, we wanted to do something that would help our businesses, but also bring exposure to the wider community, so we developed “Shop the Point,” said Mike McLain, chamber president. “It’s the chamber’s version of a ‘Shop Local’ campaign and we really hope residents get behind it and support the initiative.” To date, 40 businesses have confirmed participation in “Shop the Point.” To learn more about “Shop the Point” or the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce, please visit www.lhpchamber.com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lhpchamber.

Photos by Jon Frangipane New Members for the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce include: Performance Insurance Group Worden’s Art & Frame Florida Shores Bank Isagenix –Nutrition Consultant Gina Gabrielle Lighthouse Point Fitness Upcoming Events January 22 – Taste of Lighthouse Point February 19 – Social at Azure Realty March 19 – Venetian Isles Sidewalk Social April 16 – Social at Hecker Dermatology

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Marsha and Dean Payne of Pet Haven with their son, Alex and daughter, Madison.

Robbie Hilliard (aka Robert Friedman of Edward Jones).

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Skin Care

Tattoos and Piercings Can Be Harmful By Melanie S. Hecker, MD, MBA These days, body modifications are all the rage. However, some of these changes to the body are not without problems. Approximately 36% of Americans aged 25-29 years old have had one or more tattoos. Tattoo pigments may contain heavy metal and iron that act as conductors during a routine MRI, can cause a burning sensation and intense pain. There have even been reports of severe burning associated with tattoos and MRI. If this occurs, applying a cool compress or ice pack to the area can reduce the burning sensation. It is difficult to always know what is in a tattoo since there are no federal regulations of tattoo pigments or of tattoo studios. International suppliers of tattoo pigments rarely supply a list of ingredients. Commonly, tattoo artists also may mix their own colors and since they have no training in anatomy, infection control or universal precautions, your guess is as good as mine as to what is truly in the tattoo color being applied. Because of these concerns, the Red Cross prohibits blood donations from anyone who has gotten a tattoo or piercing in the last 12 months unless the tattoo was done at a studio certified by the Association of Professional Piercers or at an Alliance of Professional Tattooists studio.

Body Modification: Tattoos

Piercing is a common practice in many cultures. Among 16-20 year olds, piercings are the most common form of body modification.

Body Modification: Piercings

Piercings can include rings, anchors, studs or other metallic objects that poke through various parts of the body. One survey of 225 adolescents with piercings who were seen at an urban hospital found an associated infection in 74%, bleeding in 30%, allergic reactions in 26%, and keloids in 19%. This was commonly seen in the upper ear cartilage as this area has less circulation, it is prone to poorer wound healing and one can see more serious infections from piercing the upper ear. Other piercing issues include tongue piercings that have been associated with Hepatitis, HIV, endocarditis, significant blood loss, lingering pain and trigeminal neuralgia. Systemic infections such as tetanus have been seen from body piercings as well.

It is very important for clients of these studios to ask questions, do their homework and not just get a body modification ‘on a whim.’ Clients need to know what the risks of these procedures are and to be an informed consumer. ◆

Conclusion

To learn more about this exciting topic or for any other Dermatologic concern, contact us at Hecker Dermatology Group, P.A. New patients welcome and most insurances accepted. Visits are by appointment only. Contact us at: 954-783-2323, visit us on-line at: www.heckerderm.com or like us on Facebook.

Ho l i s t i c We l l n e s s

Your Health is Your Wealth

Holistic Approach of Healing the Body

By Generosa Dingal – Licensed Massage Therapist and Owner of Gen Spa in Pompano Beach Holistic health is a concept in medical practice stating that all aspects of people’s needs, psychological, physical, social and professional should be taken into consideration and seen as a whole. As defined, the holistic view on treatment is widely accepted in the medical field. Another definition used in alternative medicine, claims that disease can be a result of physical, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental imbalances. People should be aware that massage is not just for pampering! Health experts will advise you that massage will help in the healing of your body. Additionally, your stress will be removed. Of course you have to find the right Licensed Massage Therapist to remove your toxins! What are toxins??? Well, toxins are produced due to stress related issues. When a person becomes stressed out their muscles starts to tighten up and when this happens your blood does not flow as it should. As we are all aware, your blood brings nutrients and oxygen throughout your entire system. This will flush out toxins and rejuvenate your body! Massage Therapy is useful for all these conditions listed below: • It alleviates low-back pain and improves range of motion. • Relieves pain from having Torticollis (Neck Area) • Shoulder Pain • Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays. • Ease medication dependence. • Improve blood circulation, pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.

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• Stimulates the lymphatic system and enhances the immune system. • Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles. • Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts. • Improves the condition of the skin. • Improves joint flexibility. • Reduces depression and anxiety symptoms. • Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks. • Reduce post-surgery swelling and adhesions. • Reduce spasms and cramping. • Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles. • Release endorphins (feel good hormone and body’s natural painkiller). • Relieve migraine pains. • Aids injury rehabilitation, pain reduction and elimination, and increase athletic performance. If you are suffering from nagging pain, numbness, or injury, massage therapy can help you. You can choose not to take the medicine that has side effects! But of course, if it is beyond the ability of massage to resolve issues you must seek to see a Medical doctor for any test. At Gen Spa, with our well-trained staff, we have the ability to help you improve your health! You are in charge of yourself, and no one will do it for you. You can make the choice in a holistic way of treating your body without side-effects! Your health is your wealth!! Visit us at: www.genspa.com or www.facebook.com/GenSpa1. ◆

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9th Annual

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Enjoy the best food and wine our local restaurants have to offer! Tickets $50pp Purchased in Advance at Pac N’ Send of Lighthouse Point, 3640-B3 North Federal Highway $60pp at the Door

Join the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce as we sample fare from our fine restaurants. Bobby Rubino’s Bonefish Mac’s Brusco’s Café Maxx Cap’s Place Costco da Campo Osteria Duffy’s Sports Bar & Grill Edible Arrangements El Jefe GFS Marketplace Hot Tomatoes

JC Wahoo’s J. Mark’s Restaurant La Mimosa Lighthouse Point Yacht Club Lito’s Turf & Surf The Nauti Dawg Marina Cafe Oceans 234 Olympia Flame Diner Packy’s Sports Grill Publix Red Fox Diner Sicilian Oven

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Cantankerously Yours

Ignore Me, Will You? By Wendell Abern

Dear Fellow Curmudgeons, It all started with Susie Corrigan. Senior year. High school, Chicago. Susie sat across from me in American History. Every senior guy in the school wanted to go out with Susie. She looked like Mitzi Gaynor’s Siamese twin. And would probably graduate as our Valedictorian. Before each class, I flirted with her shamelessly. Nothing. I’d get serious, ask if she agreed with the Dred Scott Decision. A shrug. Played on her emotions, telling her all about my miniature Dachshund, Neanderthal. A nod. Once class was over, she ignored me altogether. The hell with that. I was not going to be ignored. In fact, I decided to take Susie to the prom! Knowing her popularity, I had to call her before the idea occurred to some other guy. “Hello?” “Hi, Susie, it’s me. Wendell.” “Wendell who?” This did not bode well. There couldn’t be three guys in the city of Chicago named Wendell. “Um...the Wendell who sits across from you in history.” “Oh. I thought your name was Warren.” I had clearly made a big impression. Before any more blunders, I felt I had to get right to the point. “Listen, Susie, I would love to take you to our prom.” “The prom! The prom is in June! This is September!” “I know. I was afraid you’d be married by then.” “Very funny. But it turns out I am going with someone on a kind of steady basis. Do you know Bob Langston?” “From the football team? The one they call ‘Bubba?’” “Yes.” Bubba could bench-press a Cadillac. I went to the prom with Emily Gomberg. But one learns from pain. I determined in that senior year that any time someone ignored me, I would demand attention through any means necessary. Flash-forward 50 years. We move to Florida. It doesn’t take long to learn that people in positions of offering service have made an art form out of ignoring people. My former bank, for example. I go to cash a check on a Saturday morning and get into line at the drive-through. After three minutes, I realize no one has moved, want to back out but can’t because of the two cars behind me. In fact, there are three cars in each of the three lanes. I jump out, run into the bank and see three tellers completely ignoring the cars in line. “You’re losing!” I shout. Everyone stops and looks at me; the security guard frowns. “The car lanes are winning, nine to three!” The security guard comes over and says, politely, “Sir, our tellers are doing as well as they can.” “They got a new thing!” I shout to the tellers. “It’s called drive-through. Cars drive up with people inside and expect to be helped. Very big at places like McDonald’s and Burger King.” The security guard escorts me out. It takes me six more minutes to cash a check and six more days to change banks. And of course, one can always cite the emergency room of any hospital, where being ignored is the accepted modus operandi. My last visit was a little more than a year ago. Badly 56

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infected toe. An angry shade of red. Very swollen. Red streak from toe creeping up my foot. I explain my problem to a nice young man sitting at the admitting desk. He tells me to take a seat. I have very cleverly brought a book with me. An hour passes. I have read four chapters. I go up to the young man at the admitting desk and ask, “Have you figured out a way to solve the problems in this emergency room?” “What problems are those?” “I rest my case.” “Sir, you’re going to have to be more specific.” “Okay, here’s a specific problem. My infected toe is getting redder and swelling up by the minute. You may or may not know this, but this could easily be a staph infection or blood poisoning.” “Sir, everyone here has a medical problem. I will get you in to a doctor as quickly as I can.” Two and-a-half hours later, I see the doctor. X-rays. Antibiotics. And a lecture. “This could easily be a staph infection or blood poisoning! Why weren’t you in here earlier?” The infection cleared up before my toe fell off. Otherwise, I would have sued. When it comes to ignoring customers, however, my local Wal-Mart pharmacy has raised the bar. One morning, I go to pick up a prescription. I’m number four in line. A pharmacist is on the phone; two assistants are working behind the counter, one giving instructions to the other. No one is even looking at the four of us waiting to pick up prescriptions. Three minutes go by. Finally, I shout, “You’re losing, four to three!” The elderly woman in front of me turns and says, “Good for you.” However, not one employee looks our way. Another older woman joins the line behind me. “We’re gangin’ up on you,” I yell. The old woman in front of me crosses her arms, turns to me and says, “They're always like this. Like we’re not even here.” “Hello!” the woman behind me shouts. “We're here! We’re here!” I grin. I had started a revolution. The old woman in front of me suddenly holds her tummy and shouts, “Help! My water just broke!” Finally, one of the assistants makes it over to the counter. By this time, there are eight of us in line. “You probably haven't heard of us,” I say as casually as I can. “We’re a whole new species. At some places we’re called customers.” “We’re doing as well as we can,” she huffs. I get my prescription seven minutes later. The pharmacist shoots me a dirty look. I blow her a kiss. * * * A final warning to all produce clerks, cashiers, tellers and anyone else who chooses to ignore me: arm yourself well. Cantankerously Yours, Wendell Abern

Wendell Abern can be reached at dendyabern@comcast. net.

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Body & Soul Boutique Celebrates 10 Years Photos by Andrea Freygang

Body & Soul Boutique celebrated 10 years in business in Lighthouse Point on November 15th with a party for their customers and vendors. Music was supplied with Karaoke by Fire and Ice Productions, and catering by Lito’s Turf and Surf; everyone had a great time. Owner Millie Walsh said, “This night was a thank you to my customers. I wouldn’t be here without them.” Millie and Brian Walsh.

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Legal Matters

Start the New Year with the Man in the Mirror

By Catherine Iaconis Favitta

At the beginning of the New Year many take a fresh look at their business and personal relationships. Patrick Morley’s book “The Man in the Mirror” is one of the best sources of advice for those in the process of making a living who find they are out of kilter with the people they care most about. Morley says the “rat race” has the single most devastating effect on families. “Do you know anyone who has ever won the rat race?” Morley asks. He defines the rat race as chasing after a wrinkle-free life without realizing there is no possibility of attaining it. It is easy to visualize a small rat running around a wheel inside a cage and never getting anywhere, but the proverbial rat race is more devastating to families than futile. There is the reality of the daily stress, the toll on health and relationships, as well as the insult of all the debt one likely takes on in the process of trying to get ahead. The best part of life is our relationships. Putting them in jeopardy to be profit driven is a tragic mistake. When someone chooses to get caught up in the rat race, Morley explains, “fracture lines soon appear in relationships, and crumbling is not far behind. Unfortunately, all too often, in pursuit of the good life, most men leave a trail of broken relationships.” According to Morley, it is never too late to stop and ask these 58

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questions, which are perfect for the beginning of a New Year: • What is the purpose of my life? • Are any of my relationships in shambles? • Am I so far in debt that I can’t imagine getting out of the mess? • Who am I trying to please when I get up in the morning? For each person caught up in a rat race, the answers are different, but for everyone, the solution is as simple as stopping to ask: What do I want to do about it? How about deciding to get out of the rat race and make important relationships a priority this year instead. The Golden Rule should help. Take responsibility for every action (that’s right —no blaming someone else). Then, make a commitment to treat others the same way you want others to treat you (that’s right— whether the other person does the same or not). Those who choose this path find it leads to personal health, success at work and happier relationships! ◆ Catherine is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Marital & Family Law Mediator who retired from her full-time law practice. She has been serving South Florida for over twenty-nine years.

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Hecker Dermatology Group, P.A.

Prevent or Lament? The 4 Step Anti-Aging Regimen

By Melanie S. Hecker, MD, MBA

Dermatology for the entire family!

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Anti-oxidants neutralize free radicals generated by UVA/UVB rays. The skinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important and abundant anti-oxidant is Vitamin C. When combined, Vitamin C and Vitamin E offer a much higher level of prevention because they work synergistically to increase photo-protection and prevent aged skin. Remember, anti-oxidants are not sunscreens; they work to prevent the damage from exposure to the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rays. SkinMedicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vitamin C and E Complex, which when this product is applied daily helps to prevent fine lines and wrinkles by neutralizing free radical destruction.

Step 2: Daily Application of Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen Physical ingredients in broad spectrum protection sunscreens (both protecting against UVA and UVB rays) are the key to shielding your skin against the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s harmful rays. However, I am not recommending your parents white, zinc oxide paste; now some formulations of zinc oxide are transparent and offer cosmetic elegance when applied to the skin. SkinMedica Environmental Defense SPF 30+ which contains 8.5% Zinc Oxide, Green Tea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, and Caffeine. Additionally, SkinMedicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SPF 50+ UV Proplex is a water-resistant and sweat-resistant sunscreen designed for active patients such as golfers, joggers, etc.

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The gold standard for anti-aging is a nightly, topical application of Vitamin A. Not all Vitamin A products are equivalent. Concentration is the key for effective results. The higher the concentration of Vitamin A, the more irritating it can be so I recommend easing into the higher concentrations. Start with a lower concentration of this powerful anti-aging ingredient and build up to the highest tolerated Vitamin A possible. A stepwise approach to correction is to start with SkinMedicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Retinol Complex 0.65% for three months then bump up to SkinMedicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s TriRetinol ES 1.1%. This will allow you to ease into what is the powerhouse of anti-aging products. For a consultation, contact Hecker Dermatology Group, P.A. New patient and most insurances accepted. Call 954-783-2323 or visit us on-line at: www.heckerderm.com. Please visit our new location in West Broward â&#x20AC;&#x201C; coming December 2012.

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Lighthouse Point Cheerleaders

We have 43 girls this year, under the coaching of Denise Brown, their ages range from 6-12. The girls cheer for the LHP flag football city teams. The city has purchased new uniforms for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cheerleaders. Denise Brown's assistant coach is St. Coleman's cheerleader, Sophia Crissy.

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Cookin’ With The Community

We encourage those who can perform magic in their kitchens to submit favorite creations that can be enjoyed by readers of our magazine. To submit your recipe, please email us at: LHPnews@bellsouth.net and type “RECIPE” in the subject line.

Mom’s Chicken Noodle Soup Ingredients: • 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 medium yellow onions • 1 cup carrots sliced 1/4" thick • 1 cup celery sliced 1/4" thick • 1/2 cup fresh parsley • 4 cans low sodium chicken broth • 1 tbsp Better than Bouillon chicken flavoring • 1 tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp onion powder • salt and pepper • 1 box favorite small pasta (soup noodles, campanelle, ribbons, etc) Preparation: In a large pot, simmer carrots, celery and onion in olive oil under tender. Add chicken breasts, soup, and all seasonings. Add one soup can full of water to dilute a bit. Simmer on low 2-3 hours until chicken is fully cooked. Take out each chicken breast and shred with a fork. Put chicken back into pot and keep on low until ready to serve. In a separate pot, boil water for noodles. Cook pasta, drain, and serve soup over pasta. Serves 6-8 (or freeze leftovers)

Greek Yogurt Caesar Dressing Ingredients: • 1/2 Cup plain nonfat greek yogurt • 1/2 Tsp anchovy paste • 1 Tsp fresh lemon juice • 1 Tsp balsamic vinegar • 1 Tsp dijon mustard • 1/2 Tsp worcestershire sauce • 1 Garlic clove • 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese • Salt and Pepper Preparation: In a food processor, blend all ingredients. Serve atop your favorite caesar salad ingredients.

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Lighthouse Point resident, Courtney Stephens, shares some of her favorite recipes. You can find all of these and many more recipes on her blog at www.floridagirlfood.blogspot.com

Taco Salad Ingredients: • 1.5 Lbs lean ground round • 16 oz can crushed tomatoes • 1 packet taco seasoning • dash of garlic salt • dash of salt; dash of pepper; dash of tabasco • 1 4oz can drained chopped green chilis • 1/2 head of romaine lettuce • 1/2 head of iceberg lettuce • 1 jalapeno, chopped and seeds removed • 1/2 Cup corn • 1/2 Cup rinsed and drained black beans • 3/4 Cup shredded reduced fat 2% cheddar cheese • 3/4 Cup shredded pepperjack cheese • 1/2 Cup chopped green onions • 2 Medium tomatoes, chopped • Fritos chips (about 2 cups) Preparation: Brown meat in pan over medium-high heat. Add taco seasoning. Add crushed tomatoes, chopped green chilis, garlic salt, S&P and tabasco. Let simmer for 20 minutes, then remove from heat. Chop iceberg and romaine, rinse and dry. Layer the following: lettuce, jalapeno, corn, black beans, green onions and cheese. Pour the meat mixture evenly on top, then top with chopped tomatoes and fritos chips. Serves 4 - 6. Toss and serve!

White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Ingredients: • 1 Block white chocolate • 1 Large, or 25 small red white and green striped candy canes, crushed into small pieces Preparation: Heat white chocolate in a double broiler over low heat until it is all melted. Add crushed candy cane to the chocolate. Make sure chocolate stays warm. Pour mixture onto wax paper-lined cookie sheet, spreading thin with a spatula. Place cookie sheet in freezer until the mixture has hardened. Take out of freezer and crack into small pieces. Remove was paper and store at room temperature. (I like frozen chocolate, so I keep mine in a freezer bag and store in the freezer).

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John Offerdahl is…

The Gridiron Griller Wow! What an amazing event the third annual Gridiron Grill-Off was! For those of you that came out to beautiful Pompano Beach December 1st, you were treated to spectacular weather, delicious grilled gourmet food, wonderful wines, beers and desserts while getting autographs from Dolphin legends and competing in cornhole for a cause— Feeding the Needs of Kids in Crisis! For those of you who missed, get your tickets early next year! I’ve included the “Critic’s Choice” Champion Recipe so you can try it at home on your own grill. Running Back, Troy Stradford teamed up with Chef Greg McGowan of Pelican Landing to create an amazing recipe that is packed with flavor you will savor!

Troy’s Pork Belly Lettuce Wrap READY…Line up your ingredients Jicama Kimchi • 1 Large Jicama, peeled & julienned • 1 t Kosher Salt • 1/4 cup Sugar • 8 cloves garlic, minced • 1/4 Cup Ginger, minced • 1 Cup Julienned Carrot • 1 Cup Scallions, sliced fine • 1/2 Cup Light Soy Sauce • 1/4 Cup of Korean Spice Paste Mix together the salt, sugar, ginger, soy, garlic and spice paste together. This makes the brine, which should look like a creamy, red salad dressing. If it’s too thick, add a little water to smooth it out. Mix the Jicama, Scallions and Carrots in, and let it marinate overnight. S & S Pickles • 2 European Cucumbers, sliced thin • 1/4 Cup kosher salt • 1/2 Cup Sugar Take the cucumbers; place them in a mixing bowl. Add the salt, sugar, chili flakes, and crushed garlic. Mix together until cucumbers are coated. Let cure for 1 hour, and remove from brine. Ginger-Scallion Barbecue Sauce • 2.5 Cups Thinly Sliced Scallions • 1/2 Cup Minced Ginger • 1/2 Cup Teriyaki Sauce • 2 Tbspn Sherry Vinegar Mix all ingredients in a bowl and it's good to go 15 minutes later. Braised Pork Belly • ¼ Pork Belly

• 2 Tbspn Kosher Salt

• 2 Tbspn Sugar

• 1 T red chili flakes

• 1/4 Cup Blended Oil • 1 Tbspn Kosher Salt

• 2 Tbspn Lemon Pepper

Braising Liquid • 1 Onion, Diced • 2 Cloves Garlic, Crushed • 1 Bunch Thyme • 2 Qts. Chicken Stock Season the pork belly with salt, sugar and lemon pepper one hour before cooking. Pre-heat oven to 300°. Put all of the vegetables into a Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Turn off heat and add pork belly into pot. Place in oven and braise until tender. Remove from liquid and cool. Pork Belly Lettuce Wrap • Thick Sliced Braised Pork Belly • Ginger-Scallion Barbecue Sauce • Jicama Kimchi • S & S Pickles • Bibb Lettuce, washed & separated into individual leaves LET’S GRILL…Take it to the Grill… Grill the sliced pork belly over open flame, basting with the GingerScallion sauce, when charred and tender, serve in lettuce cup with kimchee and pickles, and enjoy!

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Recommended wine pairing… Kendall Jackson Vintage Reserve Syrah JOHNNY SAYS… “Playing for the Dolphins was a great experience! To Eat, Drink, Vote & Compete where Celebrity, Competition & Charity COLLIDE is even more fulfilling! Grill ON and join the Grill-Off as it “Feeds the Needs of Kids in Crisis” throughout South Florida!!”

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Don't Take a “Holiday” from Working toward Financial Goals

The holidays can be joyous — and expensive. To stay on track toward your financial goals this holiday season, consider these suggestions: First, when giving gifts or hosting holiday parties, set a budget — and stick to it. And do some comparison-shopping for the gifts you buy. Here’s another tip: Minimize the use of credit cards. And if you do use a card, pick the one with the lowest interest rate and try to pay it off quickly. Also, when paying for holiday expenses, try to avoid dipping into long-term investments. You could incur fees and penalties, and you’ll rob yourself of some of the growth potential of these investments. Finally, after the holidays are over, start a fund for next year. By putting away even a small amount each month into a low-risk, liquid account, you may end up with enough to brighten the next holiday season.

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Identity Theft

ID Theft after the Holidays By Denise Richardson

Nothing can wipe out your lingering holiday spirit faster than finding out you've been a victim of identity theft. The holidays are supposed to be a joyous time, but for those who fall victim to identity theft during the holiday shopping season this joyous time can turn into a nightmare. Even if you have taken steps to help prevent identity and credit card theft before it happens, there’s certainly no guarantee you’ve managed to do so successfully. Even if you do everything right—there’s always a chance that somebody else has not. If you happen to be one of the unlucky ones whose personal or financial information has been compromised or stolen during the holiday season, the best thing that you can do is try to catch it as quickly as possible. The best way to detect identity theft is to monitor your accounts and bank statements each month, and check your credit report on a regular basis. Unfortunately, many consumers learn that their identity has been stolen after some damage has been done.

• You may find out when bill collection agencies contact you for overdue debts you never incurred. • You may find out when you apply for a mortgage or car loan and learn that problems with your credit history are holding up the loan. • You may find out when you get something in the mail about an apartment you never rented, a house you never bought, or a job you never held.

Check your credit card accounts online or over the phone and keep checking every day until every single purchase you’ve made is accounted for. If you find any purchases that you didn’t make, contact your card issuer immediately to report the charge so they can investigate and issue you a new card if necessary. Don’t stop watching your accounts as soon as all of your purchases show up, however. Just because someone hasn’t made any purchases with your stolen information immediately doesn’t mean that they never will. Your credit card account isn’t the only thing that you should keep an eye on, either. Take the time to open any credit card applications and other special offers that you receive in the mail. If you just toss them out you may miss an important clue that your identity is being tampered with. Awareness is an effective weapon against many forms identity theft. Be aware of how information is stolen and what you can do to protect yours, monitor your credit reports and personal information to uncover any problems quickly, and know what to do when you suspect your identity has been stolen. 66

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Of course, once you get through the holiday season you’re still not quite in the clear. It’s time to prepare for tax season. Tax filing season is yet another favorite time of year for identity thieves. Now that the New Year has arrived; it's time to start thinking about W-2s and 1099s and other sensitive information due to arrive in your mailbox. All of this paperwork is potentially more valuable to thieves than your credit card number or PIN since it contains your name, address and Social Security number… three items that can not only help a thief to steal your identity but that can also be used to steal your tax return. And the thieves know that this information is coming in January since it’s required by law that employers and financial institutions send it out by the end of the month. Consider putting a lock on your mailbox if it is designed for one, or replace your mailbox if you can so that it can be locked and only you’ll have the key. A lockable mailbox eliminates at least one threat since it allows mail to be put in with little difficulty, but only you can take mail out. Identity thieves have managed to steal millions of taxpayer dollars by filing fraudulent tax returns using the names and Social Security numbers of other people—dead or alive. Thanks to electronic filing, anyone with access to your social security number and your W-2 form could file your tax return—and simply have the refund check mailed to a different address. Beware of tax season scams Con artists will target any sort of vulnerable demographic. Just like with any email, text or phone scam, fraudsters use a hook they know will draw in the most victims. Don’t take the bait. If you get a voice mail, text or email that claims to be from the IRS, it isn’t. The IRS does not send unsolicited emails—nor will they tweet you! They will not contact you on Facebook asking you to fill out a “special form” to receive your tax refund. If you find yourself questioning the validity of any inquiry claiming to be initiated by the IRS, or for that matter, any business or financial institution you do business with, contact them directly. As always, report any fraudulent or suspicious activity as soon as possible to prevent a thief from being able to run up a huge bill or worse; empty your bank account. Armed with the knowledge of how to protect yourself, and take action, you can make identity thieves' jobs much more difficult! ◆ For additional information visit my site at GiveMeBackMyCredit.com or email me directly at deniserichardson@givemebackmycredit.com

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Keeping Lighthouse Point Beautiful By Michael Coe, Wordsmith

The main funding for the Waterway Committee is earned by the very volunteers on the committee. Each January, LHP and Pompano join together to host the Nautical Flea Market. The 23rd annual event will be held on January 26th – 27th in the Pompano Community Park. Through the proceeds of this highly attended event, the committee has been able to fund many local projects, including: ■ Purchased prams for the cities Youth Sailing Program. Kids learn to respect the water while at the same time learning valuable lessons about how to navigate and captain a sail boat. ■ The purchase and maintenance of the “Canal Pal”, a 17ft Carolina Skiff with a 50hp Yamaha engine used by Public Works to travel the canals to maintain their appearance and use.

Photo by Debra Todd

The city of Lighthouse Point’s Waterway Committee is comprised of volunteers that are both long-time residents of the city and knowledgeable boaters. The committee has a deep concern for the welfare of both the waters and land throughout the city. As advisors to the cities Planning & Zoning Department, the committee is able to offer recommendations on various planning and zoning issues.

■ We are currently in the process of replacing all the canal signs that designate the street that the canal is bordering. When completed, every canal will be identified with a reflective sign. ■ In the past, we’ve funded depth surveys of the canals used for the city to determine dredging needs, and recently funded a high tech “Hydrographic Survey” that precisely shows the current depth of every canal in LHP. When completed residents will be able to access this information on line. ■ The construction of the DeGroff Park gazebo was funded by the committee, and just recently we had the gazebo floor and attached walkways resurfaced with brick pavers. Check it out—it’s beautiful and a great place to take your family. Every LHP resident has a responsibility to take care of their property within the city, and equally share a part in helping to keep Lighthouse Point beautiful. The LHP Waterway Committee represents a way for each resident to accomplish this task. With the next Nautical Flea Market coming up on January 26th and 27th, 2013, now is a great time to get involved in your city. If you would like to volunteer please email Lou Petrone, Chairman at louispetrone@comcast.net

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!

Hey Kids! Born in February—Send us your photos before January 6th! Include your name and birthdate and Email: LHPnews@bellsouth.net and type “Lighthouse Point Birthday” in the Subject Line, or mail to: City News Group, LHP Birthday, 3467 17th Terrace, Oakland Park, FL 33309

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On Religion

And What Do You Think? By Reverend Jack Noble

Because of what I do, I suppose, I am asked, “what do you think Jesus would be like today?” Invariably, I respond, “from all I’ve read and studied, I think Jesus would be the most tolerant person we would ever know. Believe me when I tell you that I get more than a few raised eyebrows. But I believe that, especially in a day like this one, when there is so little tolerance. Jesus was always associating with the outcast, the marginalized, the lonely, and the destitute. ALWAYS! And apparently, he did so with very little or no judgment. The only ones he ever came down on were the ones who were smug and felt superior, those who “knew” they had it figured out. See, tolerance is one of the most important spiritual and psychological disciplines any of us can ever practice. And, I hasten to add, one of the most healthy. When we practice true tolerance, we are learning to peacefully coexist with others. Yet, its other benefits are personal. Tolerance also quiets the inner critic that chatters away inside us. I was in my teens when I first realized that I carried with me a voice inside my head. It was offering a running commentary on everyone within my vision. It was that little voice broadcasting instantaneous impressions, many of which were less than kind. I found something wrong with everyone! And I actually thought for a time, “how wonderful to be the only perfect person in the universe.”

Once I realized how ridiculous that sounded, I started to wonder if my reflections on those people were perhaps not judgments on myself, as opposed to some sort of objective reality. Over the years, I am coming to understand that what I see in the people around me says more about me than it does about them. Too fat, too short, strangely dressed. Some part of me knows that judging others is a way of covering my own feelings of inadequacy and insecurity. And one of the things I am slowly learning to do is to use the judgment I am passing as an opportunity, a gift, if you will, to learn more about myself. Making this shift, while a long and slow process, is causing me to judge the world less. When I catch myself at it, I stop feeling so righteous and I realize I am not automatically superior to anyone. When I find myself judging another, I am more and more often asking myself, “what is the feeling underneath this judgment that I don’t want to feel?” Discomfort, embarrassment, insecurity, anxiety…and the list goes on and on. When I find out what’s really going on, I can then embrace my emotions and my actions, rather than focusing so much on the other person. The brilliant psychotherapist Carl Jung once said, “everything that irritates us about others can lead us to understanding ourselves.” ◆

Choosing the Right Lighting

Al ’s Co r n e r

By Al Siefert

After looking at a burned out light bulb in our high living room ceiling for about six months, I decided it was time to replace all of the bulbs with LED bulbs. I went online and bought quality dimmable replacement bulbs. When I ordered the bulbs, I chose the warm white option over the cool white. I found out later that the color was whiter than the original halogen bulbs and made the room look bland by taking the color out of the furniture, tile and painted walls. Unfortunately, the bulbs that I bought from the manufacturer did not show the Kelvin rating. The new LED bulbs sold in retail stores will use a colorrendering index that measures color accuracy. This color rendition will affect the color appearance of objects. These new lights also have a color chart that correlates color to temperature. This chart will usually run from 2700 Kelvin to 6500 Kelvin; The lower the number, the warmer the color. A warm light will be in the 2700 - 3000 range and the Daylight will be in the 4100- to 6000 range. Areas that need low light intensity, such as homes, restaurants, office and business reception areas will use a 2700 Kelvin bulb. For office work, classrooms and medical facilities, the 4100K bulb will work well, and for outside parking lot lighting or the ball parks and stadiums the 5000K and above will work the best. 72

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The wattage on the new bulb will now be measured in Lumens. A standard 100 watt bulb will be replaced with a bulb having 1600 Lumens and a 60 watt bulb will be replaced with a bulb having 800 Lumens.

The energy savings is another important factor. While these lights will cost more upfront, they will pay for themselves over the life of the bulb. A distinguishing factor that will set LEDS apart are that they are environmentally friendlier and safer to use than incandescent and fluorescent lamps. They contain no mercury, UV or infrared radiation. They are also safer because they do not break easily. For me, the best thing about these LED bulbs is that they can last up to 25 years and work well in hard to get to areas. ◆ Al is a State Licensed Electrical Contractor and owner of Al Siefert Electric. The articles he writes are about items of interest and questions from his customers. Please call Al if you have questions concerning electric service, installation and repair. (954) 493-9411

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Merchant of the Month How important is it to use a Mortgage Professional? It could mean the difference between closing and being denied Whether you are a homeowner, someone shopping for a home or a Realtor working with buyers and sellers this article is for you. Over 10 years ago, I started my business intent our company’s motto would be “The Buck Stops Here!” To me this represents the most comprehensive form of customer service that can be provided. In today’s market you need a “do what it takes to get the job done” work ethic. With the Dodd-Frank, QRM, HARP (I and II) and all the guideline restrictions now imposed it is imperative whether you are buying a new home or refinancing that you seek the help of a true mortgage professional, an expert! I received a letter today from Jon and Christina Lieberman that reminded me of how true this is. Jon and Christina’s story began several months ago when they were referred to me to get preapproved by their Realtor. After a brief conversation and a review of their employment record it was determined that they would not qualify for the FHA loan program they sought. Unfortunately, as with many people, the truth was not the answer they were looking for. So they decided to go with their bank who said they were qualified. To make a long story short almost 90 days later I got a frantic call from Jon that he needed my help as the bank was now denying his loan after requesting two contract extensions. They were now outside of their contract date, had agreed to waive the financing contingency making their deposit of several thousands of dollars at risk and the bank had no other options for them. In 11 days, we restructured the loan using a Conventional 95% loan product with No monthly mortgage insurance. Not only were they approved but this option saved several thousand dollars in upfront MI fees and provided them with a monthly payment that was $300 less. So I asked Jon what I could have done differently to have secured their business from the beginning. He simply said “Nothing, they were our bank, we trusted them”. This is typical case of where choosing the Mortgage Professional would have been the better choice. Why? It is important to understand the difference between using a bank, such as BOA and a true mortgage expert. Retail Banks specialize in banking while

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Wholesale Mortgage Professionals specialize in making mortgage loans. Banks have in-house loan programs with stricter guidelines while Mortgage Professionals have established relationships with multiple lenders providing access to thousands of wholesale loan programs at wholesale rates. Banks typically just pull your credit issuing “Pre-Approval Letter” that states in fine print that your loan is subject to normal underwriting guidelines. How do they know you are “Approved” if they don’t underwrite your file? A true Mortgage expert will preunderwrite your file after verifying all of your documentation. Without this, how can your situation be assessed to provide loan options that best meet your needs prior to going under contract. This is where the real difference lies. Pre-underwriting your file is time consuming and costly for the bank. Going under contract without a real approval can be very costly to you. Think about it, the bank employee will get a paycheck no matter what happens to your loan. Mortgage Professionals are paid when you close and in most cases are paid in full by the lender not you. Who do you think will work harder for you? How can you find a knowledgeable, trustworthy mortgage professional? Ask your friends and family for a referral of someone they have used in the past. Realtors are another excellent source, as they can refer you someone they've worked with in the past. Also, ask them questions. Were your options reviewed and easily understood? Did you get the rate and service promised? Were there any hidden or unexpected fees? Were they responsive and able to deal with problems quickly? Were you are satisfied with their knowledge, experience, professionalism, integrity, and commitment to service? Did you close on time? Did you trust them? Go to http://www.namb.org/images/namb/Certification/ CERTDIR06262012Final.pdf?SnID=40562837 to see a list of certified mortgage professionals in your area. Julie Wheeler is one of only eight brokers in the State of Florida with the National CRMS Certification. Wheeler Mortgage Corp is locally owned and located at 665 SE 10th Street Suite 102 Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 954-422-9400 ext 1 or juliewmc@bellsouth.net

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