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Weathering Storm Season

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wo years after we moved to Pensacola, Hurricane Ivan was cutting its path of destruction toward this area. My husband and I were in panic mode, bracing for our first storm and not really knowing what to expect. I piled my children into my husband’s truck and raced to Home Depot to find more plywood to secure our windows. My husband stayed behind, frantically nailing the plywood we had to our house near Bayou Texar. National newscasters flooded our area. Gas and grocery lines seemed never-ending, as masses of people scrambled to evacuate or stock up on hurricane supplies so they could hunker down in their homes. Store shelves where you’d typically find canned foods, batteries and water were often wiped clean. As I was loading plywood into the truck, MSN reporters and cameramen stopped me for an interview. I told them that, being from Oklahoma, where tornadoes are facts of life, I was accustomed to natural disasters. “What do you think is worse, a hurricane or a tornado?” he asked. Rushed and caught off guard, I gave little thought to his question. “A hurricane,” I replied. Little did I know that this interview would be played and replayed on countless stations across the United States for days. Our family and friends from Oklahoma saw me on TV and called to ask why I would say such a thing. I still laugh when I think about that awkward situation. As many Pensacolians recently learned firsthand, tornadoes and hurricanes are both devastating disasters, capable of reducing massive, longstanding structures to their foundations. Hurricane season is only a month away. As many of us pray for many more hurricane-free years, we still have time to create evacuation plans; get important matters, such as personal finances, in order; and set aside emergency cash. In this issue of Pensacola Lifestyle, we highlight some fun destinations you can hit if another storm is headed our way. These are places where even Weather Channel-addicted, storm-fearing folks can relax and can possibly even tune out what none of us can prevent. Also, we present a feature story on a Pensacola vascular surgeon who served as a flight surgeon on hurricane-tracking missions. Huey McDaniel, M.D., F.A.C.S., works at Coastal Vascular & Interventional. We appreciate your reading Pensacola Lifestyle and hope you enjoy this issue. When patronizing our advertisers, please mention that you saw them in our publication. Check us out on PensacolaLifestylePubs.com, and please “like” us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Here’s to a happy and an uneventful—at least in regard to dangerous weather—spring and summer!

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Northwest Florida Heart Ball, sponsored by Baptist Health Care

Generous, glammed-up guests wined, dined and donated $145,000 toward combating the nation’s No. 1 killer: heart disease. The event featured aerial performers, an Atlanta cover band, and auctions at the Hilton Pensacola Beach. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association’s research, education and advocacy efforts. PHOTOGRAPHY SEAN M.J. SMITH

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39th annual McGuire's 5K Prediction Run

More than 10,000 runners got their green on for St. Patrick’s Day during the nation's largest prediction run. The after-party at McGuire’s Irish Pub featured the restaurant’s signature bean soup, Irish Wakes, beer and Irish tunes. Registration fees have supported local charities and the national Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund.

McGuire Martin, owner of McGuires Irish Pub, Dave Jones and Don Minchew is pictured in the middle of the top row. His granddaughter Katie Martin poses below him. From left to right, the other women are Katie Hampton, India Monjure, Lindsay Walsh and Katie Griffin.

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Pensacola Camellia Club Members Celebrate Club's 79th Anniversary with Evening Fundraiser Club members and guests dined at camellia-topped tables at V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante. The March event raised $45,000 toward enhancing the University of West Florida’s camellia garden. University representative Howard Reddy received a standing ovation for singing "Danny Boy" a cappella. PHOTOGRAPHY DENNIS KOHLI AND NORMAN VICKERS

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Mother and daughter club members Katherine Ann Ferretti, Betty Allen, Norman Vickers and Jim Smith and Marianne Geeker. Katherine is pictured left.

Club president Christi Hankins, pictured right, presents board member Jerri Smith with the “Person of the Year” award for outstanding service. The event included the instillation of board members and officers. This is Hankins' second presidential term.

Roger Vinson, Larry Morris and Paul Bruno. Vinson, the club's foundation chair, spoke at the event. Morris owns Pensacola Seed and Garden Supply. Bruno, a former club president, is the proprietor of V. Paul's restaurant downtown.

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PACE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS HOLD SUPPLY DRIVE FOR SANTA ROSA ANIMAL SERVICES Students from Pace High School's National Honor Society and Beta Clubs donated nearly 4,000 pounds of cat food, cat litter, dog food and blankets to Santa Rosa Animal Services in March.

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"We're very grateful for the members and sponsors," says Dale

• Portofino—the five 21-story towers that, combined, are the larg-

Hamilton, Santa Rosa County Animal Services director. "We go through

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an incredible amount of food and supplies each week, and their dona-

bigger. Two new towers will include 234 two-and three-bedroom

tion will go a long way toward helping us keep overhead costs down

residences. Also, the expansion will add an additional 40,000 square

and to providing comfortable lives for the animals in our care."

feet of outdoor amenities, from cabanas and infinity pools to a children’s play area with a Gulf view. The construction is expected to be completed in about three to five years.

UWF INNOVATION INSTITUTE HELPS STUDENTS EXPLORE CAREERS

• A new high-end, waterfront condominium in downtown

More than 100,000 Florida students have registered to use

Pensacola is almost ready for its residents to move in. The New

MyCareerShines, an online system that helps Florida students plan

Orleans-style structure on South Palafox Street features dwellings

for future career opportunities, since its inception in September 2015.

that range from 1,600 to 4,100 square feet each. The move-in date will be late summer or early fall. At press time, only one unit was still available for purchase.

For free, users can develop personalized education plans that connect their interests and skills to careers and jobs. Two of the online tools were developed by Kuder®, an internation-

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weekly fresh-produce stand that's open to the public. Since October,

Kuder Navigator® helps middle school and high school students develop education plans

owners have been growing organic, heirloom produce— including fruits, vegetables and herbs—under the 110

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Students can build a plan by going through the step-by-step process or by accessing certain features in the system. The system allows students to assess their interests and skills, to explore the extensive catalog of careers, to learn about education requirements for their top job choices, to make plans for school, to create resumes, to prepare for interviews and to find jobs.

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MARITIME BOOK COLLECTION AVAILABLE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA Archaeologists, historians and the casually curious can find gold in a rare and distinctive collection of maritime books recently donated to the University of West Florida’s library. Whether the topic of interest is a legal document, a personal diary or notes about shipwreck remains, researchers are likely to find something in the hundreds of volumes gathered during three decades by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers archaeologist Judy Linn Wood of Savannah, Georgia. “The breadth of the collection is its strength,” says Amy Mitchell-Cook, chair of the university’s history department. “It’s not just compendiums of shipwrecks and maritime artifacts, and it’s not just Georgia-based. It’s much broader, and some books tie into culture, ceramics, stoneware and even gender issues.” Wood, who retired in 2011 and who died last year, was recognized by the Historic Preservation

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uey McDaniel, M.D., seems as calm as the eye of a hurricane. It's a good trait for the Coastal Vascular and Interventional surgeon, whose patients likely appreciate his soft-spoken and focused presence. His unflappable demeanor must be doubly reassuring, then, at 10,000 feet, on a flight through a tropical tempest. McDaniel isn't just a physician; he's a storm chaser. A Lt. Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserves, the Pensacola resident is a flight surgeon with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron—also known as the Hurricane Hunters. The squadron, part of the 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, provides surveillance of tropical storms and hurricanes

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for the National Hurricane Center in Miami. It performs aerial weather reconnaissance in the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the central Pacific Ocean. It's all about that data, McDaniel explains. "As the Hurricane Hunters fly through a storm, weather data is continuously collected and sent via satellite," he says. "The National Hurricane Center uses it to predict the storm's path and intensity."

As flight surgeon, McDaniel is along for the rocky ride. "I'm just self-loading baggage," he jokes. Seated securely in the back of the flight deck of a Lockheed-Martin WC-130J aircraft, he keeps a weather eye on the crew's condition. In the unlikely event that something goes medically awry, he's ready. "You have to be fit to fight and to fly," McDaniel explains. "I'm proud to play a role in that." He is quick to downplay the potential dangers—or thrills—of these aerial outings. "It's really not that exciting," he insists. "If you've flown through turbulence on a commercial flight, it's very similar." He did concede that it can get "pretty bumpy" until the plane, propellers whirring, punches through a storm's eyewall.

And if they should follow a storm over land, instead of open water, that can turn, indeed, "pretty dicey." McDaniel's trust in his crew, though, is absolute. "There's a saying that there are old pilots and there are bold pilots, but there are no old, bold pilots," he says. "These guys are very safe. They've been doing it for years. It's very comforting to be in the air with them." McDaniel is happy to take flight with the Hurricane Hunters when he can. But, most of the time, he's a firmly grounded vascular surgeon. A Birmingham, Alabama, native, McDaniel graduated from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1993. He completed his general surgery internship and residency at Indiana University Medical Center in 2000, followed by a vascular surgery fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2002. He began his service as a tactical physician with the Jackson-Hinds SWAT team in Mississippi in 2002. He joined Coastal Vascular & Interventional in 2014 and moved to Pensacola with his wife and son. "It was a dream come true," McDaniel says. "Coastal is doing some amazing research and very innovative things." The practice focuses on vascular surgery and interventional radiology. It serves patients at its Pensacola center, as well as at several area hospitals and office locations. Every day is different, McDaniel says. "It could be an aortic bypass or a trauma case," he says. "I'm operating basically seven days a week." It's a work ethic he learned from observing his father, a Birmingham physician. "I remember going with him on a house call when I was a young boy and watching him work," McDaniel shares. "He was always available to his patients." Initially, he didn't plan to follow in his dad's physician footsteps. As a scholarly student, he considered medical research, or engineering. But surgery, along with a continuing dose of academia, were McDaniel's destinies. "When I did my first surgery rotation at medical school, I just knew," he says. "I was on fire." These days, he's busy building his vascular practice in his adopted hometown. But McDaniel takes time to enjoy Pensacola's outdoor attractions, from paddle boarding on Bayou Texar to fishing with his son. And, as hurricane season approaches, he's keeping an eye on the sky. Perhaps ironically, he's just a bit concerned. "I've never been through a hurricane on the ground," he admits. But, whatever weather heads this way, and whether he rides it out above or on the ground, McDaniel trusts the Hurricane Hunters to keep him and many others safe. "In my entire (medical) career, I may impact a few thousand people with the cases I do; I may prolong someone's life," he says. "But one weather mission can save thousands."

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Farwell, firepit! Spring is the time to divide and conquer your outdoor space. From patio to pergola, wall- and ceiling-free spaces can become your refuges for relaxation. Carve out small niches, luxurious living spaces that are set apart by large planters, weather-resistant dividers, and other furnishings. Rest your bum–or your beverage–on a garden stool, and soak up the fresh air in your al fresco “living room.” The ideas for extending your home into the great outdoors are seemingly endless, whether your preference is solitude or at-home social functions.

Peaceful patio pieces include weather-resistant rugs, outdoor tables and tabletop treasures.

From furniture to food, fashion, flowers–and even a location for fashionable social functions–duh for garden & home has it all. “duh is a total lifestyle center,” says co-owner Jim Rigsbee. “It’s a gathering place where people can come to eat, socialize, mingle and maybe even pick up something they love that they didn’t even realize they needed.” Swing by to experience this stylish onestop shopping experience.

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Transform your humble house into a haute home with a little help from duh for garden & home. The home-furnishings design store in Pensacola has everything you need to adorn your abode, from the courtyard to the kitchen. Unique indoor and outdoor chandeliers, planted containers, European linens, decorative pillows, rugs, wall art, luxury towels, furniture, pots, outdoor furniture and fountains. “We don’t have appliances, but we sell everything in between, and we offer decorating ideas way beyond ‘let’s fill the kitchen,’ ” says duh co-owner Quinn Stinson.

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EVACUATION VACATION ARTICLE DANA HAIRSTON HOF

e’re a lucky lot to call the Gulf of Mexico shores “home.” After cool fall and winter seasons, many Pensacolians are eager to welcome the sunny days of spring and summer. Beautiful days are the keys to unlocking our paradise playground, and wave after wave can lull us into the spell of the sandy, salty-air life. But hiding in the lure of spring and summer seasons lies the arrival of a not-so-secret fifth season: hurricane season. Downtown Nashville

June 1 through November 20 marks the hurricane danger zone. Of course, we all hope for calm skies and waters; but, in the event a hurricane heads our way, an escape plan can ease the tensions of uncertainty. For many, the goal is simply to drive to higher ground so they can hunker down at inexpensive off-the-interstate accommodations until the storm passes. But, with some simple planning, you can turn a negative situation into an opportunity to explore some of the South’s charming places.

GREENWOOD, MISSISSIPPI

In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, quaint Greenwood is an unexpected jewel. The Alluvian Hotel—with its 45 rooms, five suites and four lofts—is home to the Alluvian Spa, the Viking Cooking School, Giardina’s Restaurant, and Studio A, the spa’s yoga studio. The full-service spa and yoga studio cover 7,000 square feet, and services include massage therapy and cosmetic and hair-care treatments. The Alluvian Hotel is consistently lauded as a crown jewel of the Delta and is a perfect escape for the sophisticated wanderlust. A few footsteps from the hotel is the Viking Cooking School, whose classes can serve as a welcome distraction during an evacuation. Classes are geared to everyone, from novice cooks to experienced chefs. Baking, ethnic cuisine and basic

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cooking techniques are examples of class topics. Also, the Viking Retail Store is a good place to indulge culinary passions.

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS

North of the Mississippi Delta is Arkansas’ capital city, Little Rock. Situated on the banks of the Arkansas River, the city is popular among outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs. The Little Rock River Market District is home to popular tourist sites, such as the William J. Clinton Presidential Center, the Heifer International Headquarters and visitor’s center, and the Museum of Discovery. The Historic Arkansas Museum and the Arkansas Arts Center, home to Van Gogh and Rembrandt masterpieces, are also popular stops; and a stay in the award-winning Capital Hotel never disappoints. Also, P. Allen Smith’s Moss Mountain Farm in nearby Roland is a classic American farm estate that is open for lunch tours and special events.

DAHLONEGA, GEORGIA

If you’d rather head east on the escape route, set your GPS for the charming town of Dahlonega. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, about an hour north of Atlanta, Dahlonega is home to the Montaluce Winery & Restaurant, which features authentic Italian Villa rentals, winery tours and tastings. But Dahlonega offers much more than merely the quiet respite of a winery. Located at the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail and only 10 miles from Lake Lanier, this small mountain town is filled with outdoor adventures, such as hiking, canoeing, golfing, bicycling, fishing and horseback riding. The historic downtown district is listed on the National Register and features a gold museum that is popular with families. Lodging in the area ranges from a Holiday Inn Express to an award-winning bed and breakfast and mountainside cabins.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Driving from Pensacola north on I-65, a drive to Nashville takes about six-and-a-half hours. Known as “Music City,” Nashville is a mecca for country music, and a stop there would not be complete without catching a live performance at the famous Ryman Auditorium or the Grand Ole Opry, the world’s longest-running live radio broadcast.

Another popular tourist attraction is the Country Music Hall of Fame, where the CMA Music Festival takes place in June. While country music is the cornerstone of Nashville’s appeal, this vibrant city offers something exciting for all ages and interests. The Adventure Science Center and the Nashville Zoo are fun for children. The Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art is a must-see attraction, as is Old Hickory, the home of former President Andrew Jackson. To keep your bellies full, try the Chef ’s Table at Etch Restaurant or feast on some good ol’ Southern fried chicken and biscuits at the Loveless Motel & Café. Treat yourself to a stay at the Inn at Fontanel. Other nice options include the historic, five-star Hermitage Hotel and the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

"THE SHOALS"

In north Alabama, the area encompassing the towns Muscle Shoals, Tuscumbia, Sheffield and Florence is known as “The Shoals.” At the Sundance Film Festival in 2013, Magnolia Pictures released a documentary film about FAME Studios and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The film shared with the world what Southerners have known for decades: that Muscle Shoals is known for its captivating musicians. Tour the famous studios where icons Greg Allman, Aretha Franklin, Mick Jagger and Percy Sledge laid down some legendary tracks. But, before heading there, check the studio’s schedule because it sometimes closes for sessions with Jason Isbell, Drive-By Truckers or Jamey Johnson, just to name a few musical talents. With plenty of trails and freshwater fishing on Pickwick or Wilson Lakes, your getaway can be relaxing and low-key. Also, the Rosenbaum Home, which famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright designed, is a fun destination in Florence. It is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and is open for tours Tuesdays through Sundays. If you find yourself traveling to one of the places I mention above, I hope you are taking a true vacation, not fleeing a hurricane. But, if you are creating an evacuation plan or if you are looking for a last-minute destination north of the coast and out of harm’s way, these are my top-five picks. Safe travels! May 2016 | Pensacola Lifestyle

Financial Buzz

ARTICLE MONICA SHERMAN

DISASTERS CAN WREAK HAVOC ON FINANCES

any Florida families have elaborate hurricane plans, yet they neglect to prepare for other "perfect storms,” such as financial disasters. Often, people fail to understand how devastating these crises can be, or they don't know how to begin protecting themselves. Common mistakes, such as these below, can disrupt your financial goals. • NOT SAVING ENOUGH FOR RETIREMENT. Financing a home or a college education is possible, but financing your retirement is not. Many online retirement calculators can provide estimations of how much people should save. Employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as 401(k) plans, are relatively easy ways to save money for retirement. At a minimum, employees should put enough money into their plans so that employers’ contributions match theirs. Highincome earners should save additional money if they plan to maintain their lifestyles after retiring. • FAILING TO PROTECT YOUR INCOME. Families who rely on the incomes of one or more family members should make sure that disability policies protect those incomes. Unfortunately, more than one in four workers ages 20 to 30 will become disabled before they retire. Usually, short-term disability provides a percentage of one's salary for three to six months, while long-term disability covers a percentage of one's salary until retirement. Employees should check with their employers before purchasing policies because many employers offer discounted group-disability policies. Also, Social Security may provide some disability benefits. • NOT RESERVING ENOUGH CASH. Access to cash is critical after unexpected emergencies, such as losing a job, receiving a surprise tax bill or having to pay an unplanned insurance deductible. Having cash to cover all expenses for six months is wise. 26

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• NOT PLANNING FOR CHRONIC ILLNESS. Seven out of 10 people ages 65 and older will suffer from a chronic illness, such as cancer or Alzheimer’s. The average annual cost of an in-home health aid in the Pensacola Bay Area is about $42,000, and a nursing home can cost twice as much. Long-term-care policies can offset these costs. Many options are available, so gathering facts before purchasing a policy is a good idea. • FAILING TO PLAN FOR YOUR LEGACY. Clarifying one's wishes in a will is critical. Dying without a will means intestacy statutes and the probate court will decide where assets go and even who becomes the guardians of minor children left behind. Also, to avoid the large estate tax, some advanced estate planning may be necessary for estates exceeding $5.45 million, which includes life-insurance proceeds. An estate-planning attorney can draft wills and other important documents, such as durable powers of attorney, living wills and healthcare surrogates. Many pitfalls can cause financial troubles. Finding a trusted advisor is a positive first step to financial planning. An advisor can help, but individuals and families must commit to their plans, continually monitor the progress of their plans, and prepare to make adjustments along the way.

Monica Sherman is a private banker with Hancock Bank. She works with her clients to solve their banking and financial planning needs.

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Feel Comfortable in Your Own Skin ARTICLE LAURA SOULE BOYLES

reshening up your yard and organizing your house are standard spring chores. But what are you doing to spruce up your skincare regimen?

ABOUT FACE

BRUSH UP

Facials can brighten dull winter skin, and pampering yourself can help you relax and forget the worries of the day. A Vitamin C facial, such as the one at Still Waters Medical Spa in downtown Pensacola, naturally exfoliates skin. Dermaplane facials are especially effective for sloughing away dead skin cells and preventing clogged pores.

One sun-protection option ideal for all ages is the Colorescience sunscreen brush. You can apply it over makeup, on children, and even on exposed scalp skin. This mineral-based product brushes on like a powder. It is portable and convenient, so it is ideal for convertible drivers. Another bonus is that, unlike many high-SPF sunscreens, this one does not feel heavy or sticky.

BRIGHT IDEA

SOFTER SIDE

If baby oil, rather than sunscreen, was your go-to beach product in the 1980s, or if you ever opted for no sun protection at all, then your spotted skin may leave you longing for long-sleeve weather. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Fraxel Laser treatments can tighten skin, lighten dark spots, and correct sun damage. The staff at Still Waters includes two nurse practitioners who are trained and certified in these medical treatments.

Laser hair-removal treatments can be used on all areas of the body. Most male and female clients can achieve long-lasting, hair-free results—a perk that makes this treatment ideal for swimsuit season.

TAN TALK

Miss that sun-kissed look of your youth? Protected skin does not have to match the Pensacola Beach sand. Achieve a healthy hue with a Still Waters spray tan, which can enliven and even out your skintone. Usually, spray tans last 7 to 10 days. Proper exfoliation before your appointment can maximize radiant results.

Thanks to all the skincare products and services that are available, baring your skin doesn't have to be a burden. Setting aside spa time can lift you from the dreary days of winter into the brighter days that make Florida the Sunshine State.

SCREEN TIME

Prevent sun damage before it occurs. Apply sunscreen yearround, especially on balmy spring days, when optimizing outdoor time after shedding your shirt are especially appealing. You may not realize how much sun you are getting until it is too late.

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Still Waters features popular, effective products from Obagi and Skin Medica lines. Best bets for spring include a good cleanser, a lightweight moisturizer and a lasting sunscreen.

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Lifestyle Calendar

May

MAY 3 - NOVEMBER 30 BLUE ANGELS PRACTICES AND AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM’S FLIGHT LINE, NORTH OF THE MUSEUM, NAS PENSACOLA Enjoy exciting, action-packed aerial maneuvers by the world-famous Blue Angels. Admission is free, and practices last about 55 minutes. 11:30 a.m. most Tuesdays and Wednesdays (including May 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 and 31) through November. ID required for anyone 18 and older. The schedule is subject to change without notice. Details, including information about restrictions: 850.452.3604 and NavalAviationMuseum.org.

MAY 1

MAY 4 - 6

32ND ANNUAL PENSACOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL

NAVAL AVIATION SYMPOSIUM SERIES

BARTRAM PARK, SEVILLE SQUARE

NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM, NAS PENSACOLA

Sample Louisiana’s Cajun fare without leaving Pensacola. The fare

Honor the heritage of U.S. Naval aviation while learning about its role

includes po’ boys, crawfish pies, boiled crawfish and even non-Cajun

in major events. This symposium series includes free presentations

favorites, from gyros to deep-fried brownies. April 29 through May 1.

and panel discussions, a golf tournament ($50 per person), a lun-

Noon to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

cheon ($25 per person) and a closing reception and banquet ($75

Sunday. Details: 850.433.6512 and FiestaOfFiveFlags.org.

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Wildlife Conservation Commission is hosting the family-friendly event. Sponsors: Guy Harvey Magazine, Coast Watch Alliance, Escambia County Marine Resources, City of Pensacola Parks & Recreation, Visit Pensacola, and tournament-host Gulf Coast Lionfish Coalition. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Details: 850.617.6919 and Reefrangers.com.

MAY 6 STARGAZING AT FORT PICKENS MEET AT BATTERY WORTH’S PICNIC AREA Gaze at celestial objects and learn about the night sky. Experts from Fort Pickens’ park staff and volunteers from the Escambia Amateur Astronomers Association will guide the evening event. Telescopes will be available. Starts at 6 p.m. Details: 850.934.2600 and NPS.Gov/guis/index.htm.

MAY 13 PENSACOLA BALLER’S BALL NEW WORLD LANDING’S GRAND BALLROOM Dress up as a glammed-up gangster, a cool cowboy or cowgirl, or any character you choose. Just bring your swagger! The event includes music, food, drinks and "paparazzi." Open to the public, this event is a partnership between Mystic Mafia and Daisy Dukes. $30 to $57. Starts at 9:30 p.m. Details: 850.450.8763

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FIESTA CHILDREN’S TREASURE HUNT, PRESENTED BY ZAXBY’S BAYVIEW PARK IN EAST HILL

MAY 14 - 15

Dig for toys and other “treasures” while learning about Pensac-

LIONFISH REMOVAL AND AWARENESS-DAY FESTIVAL

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Parting Thoughts

Spring Cleaning for Your Soul ARTICLE LAURA SOULE BOYLES

I look at my possessions with new clarity. My children know my sterling cream-and-sugar set was given to me as a wedding gift by my beloved tea-sipping grandmother, who was passing her mother's treasure to me. But do they know about the wooden box that belonged to my grandfather? Or is there a chance of that ending up in an estate sale one day? Kondo might say I’m forcing my children to hold onto something that will not have a story for them. There is a writing activity called “Object Talk." It involves telling the story of a beloved object from its perspective, and the activity can bring out beautiful, creative insights. This exercise has been on my mind as I hold items from my husband’s family home and wish I had their stories. I pledge to speak for my own treasures and to share their stories. As my mother-in-law told me, we are the curators, the gatherers and the placeholders in the lives of the things that come into our lives. We should enjoy that privilege with the intent of maintaining them or improving them for those who will love them after we have. I add to that notion that, when choosing to keep, do so with the intent to share the story and to allow your treasured objects to talk.

he recent bestselling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo contains a formula for finding life's purpose by decluttering your home. Letting go of possessions that no longer serve us or bring us joy shows us the way out of junk drawers, crammed coat closets and cluttered attics. But what about the kept objects? What becomes of the things we love? My family is preparing my widowed father-in-law to part ways with the family home—an emotional, delicate, messy process that we approach with love, respect and reason. But it is hard. My mother-in-law’s vintage 1960s summer party dress, which I have no intention of wearing, connects me to a young, carefree version of her. The portrait of her boys, who are now fathers with portraits of their own children on their walls, was a treasured focal point "THE BLUE VASE": of their family room. A family Bible from the 1800s, inscribed AN EXAMPLE OF OBJECT TALK with names I do not recognize, was originally owned by a rom the window I saw her, quiet, sullen and debating. She teacher, like me. All of these reasons to hold on to these paced in front of the store, talking to her companion, every things become obligations to do so. now and then glancing up at me where I sat on the inside sill of the small But Kondo’s words haunt me as I touch things that store. The couple’s discussion wrapped up, and they entered the store. Using were loved by someone else and offered to other family infantile Hungarian, she asked the clerk to pass me to her. members. Do they make me happy? Have they served She held me gently, turning me over, examining my thick crystal and delicate cuts, out their purpose in my life? Or do I let them go? loving the hand-painted detail and my cobalt finish. She’d never know my whole story; I own things that bring me joy. These things take me such is the life of a secondhand store vase. The crystal foundry in the mountains, the back to moments I cling to or connect me to individuals gift-store purchase in the big city, the kitchen in the farm estate from before the regime, I need but no longer have. the wildflowers from the field just outside—details lost each time I changed hands. I do think Kondo misses a step in regard to holding As he paid the clerk, his young wife’s face brightened: a kiss exchanged on onto an item. As a part of my conscious decision to a foreign first Valentine’s Day a long way from home. Beautiful with flowers retain an object, I must tell the stories of my objects—or or without, I have held her hand-tended yard blossoms, the flowering I must let them go. The meaning and the emotion conweeds her children present to her, and the roses secretly plucked nected to an object can carry forward only if the stories from her grandmother’s casket arrangement, and I await outlive me and remain with the items.

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