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SPECIAL LOOK AT RUNAWAY COUNTRY

BEST DATE NIGHTS OF OSCEOLA

VALENTINE’S PICKS

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Jan/Feb 2016

BOOTS!

The Newest styles

AN OSCEOLA COUPLE WHO HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME AROUND OSCEOLA

Events this Jan & Feb

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14 NEW RESOLUTIONS

Finding ways to stick those New Year’s resolutions this year – from reducing stress, to reducing your waist line.

DATE NIGHTS OF OSCEOLA

Where to hit-thetown on your next date night (or day) in Osceola.

departments WORK & PLAY

All the goods of living in Osceola SPOTLIGHT IN THE COMMUNITY p8

A couple standing the test of time FINANCIAL RESOLUTIONS p9 RUNAWAY COUNTRY p10

Coming to our backyard SILVER SPURS p12

HOME & STYLE Keeping life in fashion BOOTS, BOOTS, BOOTS! p28

LIFE

Tips and stories for everyday life SHOPPING HOTSPOT p30 JOE THACKER p31 AN OW EXCLUSIVE p32

Achieving success with David Ruggieri

HEALTH

COMMUNITY

Staying fit and healthy

People, events and activities

FLU-101 p38 NEW YEAR, NEW SKINCARE p39 THE AIRLINE APPROACH TO HEART HEALTH p40

OSCEOLA HAPPENINGS p42

Events and Must-do’s AROUND TOWN p46

News and Pics from your back yard

PET CARE p36

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MAGAZINE

Publisher KENA BLAIN

(kblain@osceolawoman.com)

Here’s to a happy and healthy 2016!

Editor SARAH LEVANTI

(editor@osceolawoman.com) Art Director CHRISTINA GEIGER

he ball has dropped, and it’s time for a fresh start. I don’t know about you, but every year I make a resolution, but it only sticks around for a few weeks. This year, I’m hoping to change that! If you are too, then our Healthy Beginnings on page 14 is what you’ve been looking for! Let us know your New Year’s Resolution on our Facebook page, Facebook.com/ OsceolaWomanMagazine; we’d love to hear what you have in store for 2016! As February approaches, what a great time to think about that special someone in our life. We searched high and low for the best date spots in Osceola. Pick your favorite starting on page 21, and set out on a romantic adventure. You may see a few Valentine’s picks throughout this edition, too.

We hope your year starts out with a bang!

-Sarah

Here’s me and my special someone, at one of our date-night picks, Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

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TRUE LOVE

Jimmy and Leslie Chapman share how they have stood the test of time, right here in Osceola County, through hard work, dedication, and a bond that has lasted a lifetime.

LOVE THROUGH WORK AND COMPANIONSHIP.

When asked what makes their love last; Leslie explained how they formed a unique bond; “we worked together, it allowed us a special bond. We both wanted the ranch to thrive. We were partners in more than just in marriage.” He taught her ride a horse, gather cows, drive a tractor, and about fence building. They both were raised going to church and attended every 1975 week, and still do. “Our belief “We believe in and faith in God was ever prescommitment and ent in our marriage. We believe share a great in commitment and share a great respect for each respect for other.” She explains. “We feel that is something July 21, 1973 17-year old Leslie each other.” that has helped us work hard on our relationship. It Coffman and 23-year old Jimmy –Leslie is so vital to raise children within the church with Chapman started a life together when they said values apart from the troubled world we live in.” I do. Leslie, whose family had moved down from Their children have been wonderful blessings in their Pennsylvania 10 years prior, met her future husband at First many years of happy marriage. Seven years after they were Christian Church in Kissimmee, where a future love would married, their lives changed in the sweetest of ways. Their blossom. “Jimmy’s parents really became very close friends first child, and only daughter, RyAnne Rousch, was born. with my parents. After a few years the two families spent a lot Their family grew over the next five years adding three sons, of time together at each other’s houses. I would see Jimmy Denton, Gibbs, and Clifton. Being parents deepened their at his house occasionally, but he being older than me and my relationship as they really felt as a team with a goal to raise sisters and brother, he didn’t pay a lot of attention to me. But respectful and successful young adults. The family unit was as I grew older, that did change”. strong as the kids were involved with working in the business. “We are now enjoying watching our kids raise their families As her sophomore year approached, they started dating while and us being involved in the lives of the next generation. We are so blessed to see RyAnne and Brandon, Denton and he was away at the University of Georgia. Michelle, Gibbs and Tiffany, and Clifton and Ashleigh being It wasn’t until he came home after graduation that things involved in not only the business but in the church, and all became serious, and they started their plans to be married. the many youth activities.” This chapter in their lives is trying ‘We knew we would stay in the general area, because at that to attend as many sports, school events, or any other activities time Osceola County was proud of its heritage of the cattle the grandchildren might be in, as they were once involved in and citrus industries. That is what built the economy, and their kids and their friend’s lives and youth activities when was the uniqueness of the area.” Although things have grown they were young. “We are proud that our kids now are as and changed, Jimmy and Leslie remain in Osceola, the once dedicated to their kids and their activities.” Leslie and Jimmy “Cow Capital of Florida” and have worked to keep that have truly formed a family legacy. heritage alive.

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Time for Some NEW YEAR’S (FINANCIAL) RESOLUTIONS | By Cleve Grissom |

2016

is here! If you’re like many people, you might be mulling over some New Year’s resolutions, such as hitting the gym more, learning a new language or taking a cooking class. All are worthy goals, but why not add some financial resolutions as well?

For example:

PAY YOURSELF FIRST. Even if you aren’t living “paycheck to paycheck,” you probably don’t have much trouble spending your money – because there’s always something that you or a family member needs, always a repair required for your home or your car, always one more bill to pay. But, if you are going to achieve your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you need to invest consistently. So before you pay everyone else, pay yourself first by having some money automatically moved from your checking or savings account each month into an investment. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR OPPORTUNITIES. If you

have a 401(k) or similar plan at work, take full advantage of it. Contribute as much as you can afford, or at least enough to earn your employer’s match, if one is offered. Choose the mix of investments that give you the potential to achieve the growth you need at a level of risk with which you are comfortable.

FOCUS ON THE LONG TERM. In the short term, you might be excused for not wanting to invest. The h adlines are typically scary, the financial markets are frequently volatile, and the future often looks murky. Yet, if you can look past the uncertainties of today, and keep your focus on tomorrow, you will find it easier to follow a disciplined

investment strategy that gives you the opportunity to meet your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement.

DON’T BE DRIVEN BY FEAR. When the market is down, investors tend to react with fear. Specifically, they rush to sell their investments, afraid that if they don’t “cut their losses,” they might sustain even bigger ones. If you can get past this feeling, you may find that a down market can offer you the chance to buy quality investments at good prices. FORGET ABOUT THE “HOT STOCKS.” You’ll hear friends, co-workers, and talking heads on television tout today’s “hot stocks.” But by the time you might hear about them, they may have cooled off, and in any case, they might not be appropriate for your needs. Forget about “getting rich quick in the market” – it probably won’t happen. True investment success requires patience and persistence. CUT DOWN ON YOUR DEBTS. It’s easy to pile up debts, but a lot harder getting rid of them. Yet, if you can reduce your debt load even moderately, you’ll free up money you could use to invest. So look for ways to conserve, cut back and consolidate; it will be worth the effort. Making these resolutions, and sticking to them, can help you as you work toward achieving your financial goals.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. For more information on investing your money please contact Cleve Grissom at 407-891-7833.

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RUNAWAY COUNTRY

GET OUT YOUR BOOTS AND HAT, FLORIDA’S HOTTEST COUNTRY CONCERT IS COMING TO OSCEOLA.

This

March 18th, Osceola Heritage Park will be opening its doors to Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Jake Owen, Neal McCoy, Sawyer Brown, Jamie Lynn Spears, Radio Romance, and many more of country’s most boot-kickin’ bands. What makes it Florida’s best country show? How about 3 days and nights with a 4-story mobile stage, Nashville’s best audio and light show, dance clubs, taverns, and special side-stages.

Eric Church The fest offers much more than just music. All-day shopping and dining will line Osceola Heritage Park; and when the lights go dim, country’s biggest stars will come out to entertain. “Every March, country fans get together in central Florida with the biggest stars in music! Classic Country, New Country, Hit Country, Country Rock, it’s a spring tradition! 2016 will be the best year, yet” says executive producer Gary McCann. “Fans will enjoy the largest line-up ever with 30 artists playing over 3 days. Plus an amazing facility, with both indoor and outdoor “dance halls,” a food court with the Blue Grass Tavern located under the canopy of 200 year old oak trees.”

WE SPOKE WITH MCCANN, AND OHP’S ROBB LARSON TO SEE WHAT ELSE IS IN STORE:

OW Which band/ performer are you most excited to see? RL: There are so many artists to be excited about but if I were cornered and forced to pick one, I would say Old Dominion. They are an up and coming band that has a hit song “Break Up With Him” that has reached the number one spot on the charts! They have a good sound and I believe they will continue to

gain fans. It’s always fun to watch groups on their way up to superstardom. OW Any great vendors our readers can get excited for? GM: Shopping and dining offers just about everything one can think of. From healthy wraps, to deep fried Oreos. Of course BBQ, steaks, gourmet burgers, wood fired pizza, and much more! Shopping for gifts 2015

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Kenny Chesney

Jake Owen Thomas Rhett or shopping for yourself, there are more than 100 vendors with a wide array of apparel, jewelry, boots, buckles, hats, even RVs and cars! OW Are there any special transportation notices (like traffic or road closures) Osceola County should know about? RL: We are working closely with the Osceola County Sheriff ’s office and the

promoter to finalize traffic and parking plans for the area. As with any highly attended event there will definitely be heavy traffic, and our goal is to be as effective as possible at limiting inconveniences for attendees and local commuters alike. Stay tuned for details. OW As this is the inaugural RC for Osceola, why should Osceola County

be excited that it’s coming to our own back yard? RL: The Runaway Country Music Fest has been very successful for 5 years, and now coming to our County for year 6 there will be great excitement and enthusiasm. We expect the event will blossom even more now that it will be here in Osceola County. Festivals take time to develop and we are fortunate to have the best of both worlds this March with a brand new festival for our complex,

yet a festival with history. Having experienced the event in the past I am excited for our community to benefit from the tens of thousands of visitors that will be coming to our area to enjoy the music as well as our hotels, restaurants, shops, and theme parks. Osceola County is a great place to live, work, and play; we expect Runaway Country to make a big splash in a good way for all of us! OW Explain the Outer Limits Party Zone and My Apartment, and what they offer to RC’s guests. GM: For three days, the Silver Spurs Arena is turned into The Outer Limits Party Zone; line-dancing during the day and an after-hours night club when the Main Stage goes dark. My Apartment is a 17,000 sq.ft. duo saddle span structure with more artists playing all day and into the late night. Between Main Stage acts, fans enjoy more great entertainment AND another after hours party till the early morning.

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AN EXPERIENCE YOUR VALENTINE WON’T SOON FORGET | By Lindsey Lupfer |

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a new year comes another couple of weeks of stressing about what to get your special someone on Valentine’s Day. What are your plans? Are you going to rush to your honey’s favorite clothing store, fumbling to find something they’d like, and end up settling on a gift card? Or do you plan on actually doing something this Valentine’s Day? You could revisit your first date restaurant. Or go see that new romantic comedy that got good enough reviews.

We get it. It can be hard to plan something and make it unique. But we’ve got an idea. Why not take your date to the Silver Spurs Rodeo? Don’t worry, we’ll explain why the rodeo is a great date idea for you and your sweetheart... Whether you’re a newbie or a Silver Spurs regular, the rodeo won’t disappoint. It might be something to cross off your bucket list, but it’s definitely a chance

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for you and your partner to experience something exciting together. You’ll catch events such as bull riding and bronc riding, meet real cowboys and cowgirls, and you can even play games at the Osceola County Fair afterwards. Maybe you’ll happily accept this opportunity to rock your best Western wear and truly make this a night to remember!

Don’t just take our word for it, gifting an experience is a trend that has blossomed out of the standard “gift giving” habits you might be accustomed to. Over the past decade, an abundance of research has shown that experiences bring people more happiness than material possessions do. According to James Hamblin, a contributor at The Atlantic, “Experiential

purchases like trips, concerts, movies, et cetera, tend to trump material purchases because the utility of buying anything really starts accruing before you buy it.” In other words, waiting for an experience will bring more joy and anticipation than just waiting for a gift. Research has even indicated that waiting for a material possession might actually cause people to become impatient or anxious. So maybe money can buy happiness, as long as you spend it on experience. Do you like the sound of doing something special for your true love while helping others? One of the best things about the Silver Spurs Rodeo is that while you enjoy yourself at the rodeo, you’re also giving back to people within your community. The Silver Spurs Club is able to give back about $40,000 annually to other local nonprofit organizations. So trade those ol’ movie tickets for tickets to the rodeo! Cuddle up to your partner in your best boots and prepare for a night entertainment you won’t forget. Who knows, you might learn a thing or two about ropin’ and ridin’!

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GETTING HEALTHIER

he number one resolution on everyone’s mind; to get more trim, and stay healthy throughout the year. It’s always easier said than done, especially with our busy lifestyles. Here are some ways to keep you on track, even with a few splurges here and there!

MEAL PLANNING

With so many things filling up our days, from meetings to soccer practice, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see why many of us fall right into the frozen or box-dinner trap. A great way to break this cycle, is with meal-planning and prep. Eating right is a main key to staying fit, trim, and healthy; so incorporating one morning or afternoon to this, will keep you moving (and losing) in the right direction.

AN EASY PROCESS

Plan for 5 to 6 days of eating-in. By reducing your restaurant visits, you can also control exactly what goes into your meals, and your body. Pick a few of your favorite cookbooks that lean towards the healthy-side of cooking. One great series, is from Weight Watchers; by using spices and herbs, they kick up the

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DON’T SK IP BR EAK FAST !

BR EAK FAST G ETS YOU R METABOLISM G OING, AND K EEPS HUNG ER AT BAY. IT T RU LY IS THE MOST IM PORTANT Y. MEAL OF THE DA flavor, and keep your buds satisfied. You can find many of their choices, on WeightWatchers.com or Amazon.com. Select your favorite recipes, for either all three meals of the day, or just for dinners, depending on your schedule (don’t worry, we have your breakfast and lunch covered, with easy recipes on OsceolaWoman. com). Make a food-itinerary for each day, including the name of the cookbook and page of the recipe, while writing the ingredients down on your shopping list. Once your days are filled, you’re done, and can hit the grocery store to fill up your cart with your healthy choices! Check out some easy recipes for snacks, breakfast, and lunch, on OsceolaWoman.com. Head home to prep any major work for the weeks dinners, and your lunches and snacks, and you can rest assured that your healthy week is covered, no matter what life throws at you!

MOVE IT TO LOSE IT! Eating healthy is important, but making your body move, is another key ingredient to fitness success. Don’t worry about going crazy; implanting three to four days of exercise, for 30 minutes to an hour a day, can help you reach your weight loss or fitness goals! Here are some key tips to help keep you moving! Make a schedule, one week at a time. Write your work-outs for the week in a fitness journal, and then go back to checkit off and comment on your progress. It’s a great way to see how far you can go. Even print out pics of yourself along the way, to visualize your changes. Make sure to write your goals along the way, so you can treat yourself (see below) for your hard work! Change it up! Don’t stick to one work-out. Change things up, each week or after a month. This can keep those

REWARDING YOURSELF All this effort, doesn’t have to go without a sweet, sweet reward! There are several ways to make sure you pat yourself on the back, but we like the money-jar system! Each time you do something healthy, throw a denomination of your choosing in a jar. For example, each time you complete a work-out, put a dollar in your healthy-jar. Then, when you reach a goal, say losing 15 pounds, empty it out and buy yourself a new piece of clothing, or a spa treatment. You truly worked for it!

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work-out boredom blues away, and surprise your body with new techniques that will accelerate your progress. Check out your gyms class schedule, or pick up a new home DVD; you’ll never know what work-out you may fall in love with! Lose the guilt. Missing days (or a week) WILL happen. Don’t beat yourself up over it. Fitness is a journey, and a lifestyle. Missing a day, doesn’t mean you have to over-compensate the next time, or mean that you have to quit either! Just work it back in, and keep moving with your new healthy life.

Also, make sure you do give yourself that occasional treat. By skimping out on all your cravings, you could fall into a downward spiral. If you are wanting, say chocolate, get yourself a small bar, and indulge. However, the key word is occasional. Learn to satisfy your sweet tooth in other ways, too. Some great alternatives include fruit or nuts, which will keep you wanting less of the “good stuff.”

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HERE’S THE PROCESS: STEP 1: $1,000 to start an emergency fund An emergency fund is for those unexpected events in life you can’t plan for. Whether there’s a plumbing issue and everything but the kitchen sink is draining, or your brakes are squealing at every stop sign, you can be ready!

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STEP 2: pay off all debt but the house List all debts but the house in order. The smallest balance should be your number one priority. Don’t worry about interest rates unless two debts have similar payoffs. If that’s the case, then list the higher interest rate debt first.

OUT G N I T T GE AND T B E D OF ORE M G N I SAV on you. Saving now will put you ahead of the game when your kids graduate from high school. Two smart ways to save for your kids’ college are a 529 college savings fund or an ESA (education savings account). These are both taxadvantaged savings vehicles that let you save money for your kids’ education expenses. STEP 6: pay off home early It takes the average family five to seven years to pay their home off early. Just imagine life with no mortgage. There’s only one more debt standing in the way of freedom from all debt! Apply all the extra money toward paying off your home. Not only are you paying off your home early, you’ll be saving tens of thousands of dollars in interest fees. STEP 7: build wealth and give This is the last step and by far the most fun. It’s time to live and give like no one else! Build wealth, become insanely generous, and leave an inheritance for future generations. You know what people with no debt and no payments can do? Anything they want! Now that’s leaving a legacy. Want to learn more? Check out Dave Ramsey’s book: The Total Money Makeover. »

STEP 3: 3 to 6 months of expenses in savings This step is all about building a full emergency fund. It’s time to kick debt for good, with 3–6 months’ worth of emergency savings. Sit down and calculate how much you need to live on for 3–6 months (for most that’s between $10,000–15,000) and start saving to protect yourself against life’s bigger surprises like the loss of a job. You’ll never be in debt again—no matter what comes your way. STEP 4: invest 15% of household income into retirement Now it’s time to get serious about retirement. With no payments and a full emergency fund, put 15% toward the retirement of your dreams. Between your 401(k), Roth IRA, and Traditional IRA, you have a lot of options. Find the fit that is right for you. The money you were using to attack debt can now help build your future.

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PLAN A VACATION Sometimes all we need is a week (or even a long weekend) to recharge our batteries. Lucky for us, we live in the cruise capital of the United States. We have plenty of ports to choose from, but the hot one now seems to be Port Canaveral, voted North America’s best home port by Cruise Critic. With a new terminal and plans in the works for The Cove, a 250,000 square foot marketplace, this port is pulling in some fantastic cruises! The one to watch for, is Norwegian Cruise Line. NCL will be bringing its largest ship, The Epic, this November, and will be offering seven, four, and three day trips to the Bahamas and the Caribbean. And, the cherry on top, they are more affordable than you think! Weekend cruises start at $249 a person. And this ship is jam packed with elegance and adventure; from Cagney’s Steakhouse, the SVEDKA and Inniskillin Ice Bar to an adult-only Beach Club and onboard bowling! Check them out at NCL.com.

LEARN TO SAY NO We don’t have to do it all! The simple act of saying no, can really take some of the load off of our shoulders. The guilt that comes with saying no to simple requests such as making cookies for your kid’s class, or giving someone a ride to the airport, will subside in time.

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REMEMBER THE BALANCE Work, activities, and day-today chores take up almost all of our time. It’s easy to see relationships and everimportant alone time suffer, when we don’t make them a priority! This year, remember the balance. Make a monthly schedule for your house, and remember to include the three important things — time for you, time for your spouse, and time for a family day. Time for you is essential to help relax. Choose your favorite hobby and concentrate on that during this special down time. Maybe it’s shopping, going to a yoga class, or seeing a movie – it’s time just for you! Time for your spouse is often the one left out. Make sure to mark that calendar with a big red heart each month for a date night (page 21). If you are

in need of a sitter, check out Care.com; which will allow you to search from listings of trustworthy and background-checked sitters in your area! Make sure to choose something new each month, which will keep the excitement and anticipation of that night going throughout the year. Time for the family. Put away the phones, and make a family meeting this January. During your sit-down chat, make a list of things and places you want to do and see. Put them in a jar, and then each month, pick one out to put on the calendar. Make sure everyone gets to put in their ideas, and keep them all within budget to reduce the stress of any financial burden.

If your plate is full enough, make sure that you prioritize what you take on. You deserve a relaxing night at home after a hard day at work. Try leading with some positive sentiment, such as, “I appreciate you thinking of me” or “I really enjoyed doing it last year, however” which will make you feel less guilty, and really show that you’re unable to help at the moment.

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Bring back those memories of when you first fell in love, with glamping. Yes; it’s a word! Glamping is camping in style, or – glamour camping. Enjoy nature’s wonders, under the stars, with your own fully-furnished, air-conditioned canvas tents at WESTGATE RIVER RANCH in Lake Wales. These aren’t just any run-of-themill tents, either. They are set on platforms, with a mosquito-screened porch, ceiling fans, microwave, mini-fridge, your own private bathroom facility, and much more! Although you may never want to leave your love-tent; there is so much to do at Westgate River Ranch, to get your adrenaline pumping. From a fullservice marina, to mini-golfing; and everything in between. Love on the Wild Side Take your turn on a There’s nothing more wild than Florida nature, except zip-line, take your best maybe your love for each other. If you are looking for a shot at the trap and skeet unique date destination, look no further than SHINGLE range, or take a water CREEK, in Kissimmee. Receiving the presidential seal adventure in a one-hour as one of “America’s Great Outdoors”, Shingle Creek is swamp buggy ride. And described as an “urban oasis at the headwaters of the when you’re ready to cool down; grab a pole and head to Florida Everglades” by Osceola.org. Beginning in Orlando, the Kissimmee River for some relaxing fishing, or join the Shingle Creek meanders 23 miles to Lake Tohopekaliga, dinner hayride, spotting Florida wildlife along the way. For along beautiful Florida wetland. You can experience this more info on your glamping adventure, check out www. haven by foot or bicycle, but to get the full experience, we WestgateDestinations.com suggest taking the adventure by water.

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Magical Spark

ho said Disney is just for kids? With this much magic in our back yard, it’s a shame not to take advantage of it. Skip the Magic Kingdom, and head straight to Disney’s other less hyped parks; HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS and EPCOT. Both Epcot and Hollywood Studios offer an array of adult fun; shows, specialty dining, international flair, and so much more; with plenty of adrenaline-packed rides in tow. MAKE YOUR HEART PUMP, ON THE ROCK ‘N’ ROLLER COASTER®, STARING AEROSMITH

Row, Row, Row Your Love Boat

If you own a kayak, chances are you’ve already experienced this Florida treasure. If not, take a visit to THE PADDLING CENTER, located at 4266 W. Vine Street in Kissimmee. Offering kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards; you’ll surely find what rows your boat here. Pack a lunch, and hit the water. With peaceful surroundings of tall cypress trees, and the chance to spot some of Florida’s wildlife, it’ll be the quiet retreat you were both needing.

The Magic of Hollywood

Start off at Hollywood Studios, and take your time. Many guests rush to an attraction, or shop. However, look around and you’ll see plenty of things to spark up a conversation with each other. Another great part about Hollywood Studios, is that you are bound to catch a comical street performer from the Citizens of Hollywood Cavalcade of Stars. Dressed to the 9’s from the days of Hollywood; these performers make you laugh, and bring the show right to you. Make sure to hit one of the many vendors, to pick up an adult beverage, many of which can change with the season, as you continue your handin-hand stroll through this magical place. And for a thrill, make sure to hit up both the Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster®, starting Aerosmith and the famous The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™. That shared love of adrenaline will really make your heart pump for each other!

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Once you’ve indulged in the magic of Hollywood Studios, and your adrenaline fix, take the stroll to Epcot with your Park Hopper ticket. Although it’s more walking than taking the bus, a trail leads through Disney’s Boardwalk area from Hollywood Studios, which then connects to your next stop, Epcot. The Boardwalk area is a destination in itself, with shopping and scenery only Disney could create. The walk will really make for some great alone time, instead of waiting in bus lines with crowds of people. Who knows what you may see along the way, to create that romantic adventure! Now, Epcot is truly a spot for couples. From the Boardwalk, you’ll head right into the famous World Showcase. There are so many options for drinking and

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dining, with plenty of seats to enjoy some private time. Just pick your favorite country, and you’ll be transported across the ocean, no passport or suitcases required. Each piece of the world offers several dining choices, each at a different level of price. Download the My Disney Experience App for your smart phone, and you can check out menus for each one. If you are thinking the sit-down experience is for you, than make sure to make reservations before your big day. Just like that, you have a dinner for two, a world away. The walk around the World Showcase Lagoon will be a walk to remember. With so much around you, it’ll spark your imagination, and possibly some memories. Find a table, and grab an VALENTINE’S DAY PICK after-dinner drink, and CHECK OUT LES VINS DE continue your night before FRANCE, IN FRANCE’S WORLD IllumiNations: Reflections of SHOWCASE LOCATION AND Earth, a marvelous fireworks PICK UP A GENUINE FRENCH display over the water. There WINE FOR YOUR ROMANTIC is nothing more romantic VALENTINE’S DAY PLANS. than fireworks! Get your tickets at, www.Disneyworld.com

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Authentic Japanese, served to you hot from the hibachi grill; talk about yummy thrills! With three location in Osceola, one in St. Cloud and two in Kissimmee, they will surely fit into your date night plans. All hibachi dinner menu items are served with mushroom soup, house salad, shrimp appetizer, assorted vegetable, noodles, and fried rice. If you’re more into sushi, there is a large selection of rolls or fresh sashimi. Or try something new, with a dinner Bento Box, served with miso soup, house salad, and California or Spicy Tuna roll. Check out the yumminess at www.mizukissimmee.com or by calling (407) 846-8828.

Savion’s Place

Looking for a great new place to dine? How about one with Emeril’s stamp of approval? Savion’s Place, in Kissimmee, offers just that. Described as “island zest mixed with modern American flavor” Chef Pouchon Savion doesn’t disappoint, which is why Savion’s Place was featured on the Cooking Channel’s Emeril’s Florida. The dinner menu offers an extensive selection. Our top picks are the Tostones Bowl, fried plantain bowls filled with juicy prawns and pulled pork, drizzled with citrus aioli, and the house specialty meatloaf, a flavorful blend of meats served with mushroom Marsala wine sauce, sweet potato mash and broccoli. Make a reservation, by going to www.SavionsPlace.com or calling (407) 572-8719.

Nona Sushi

Finding a good sushi place, is a joy like no other. You brag and boast about it, and plan your next trip, before your current one is over. Nona Sushi, on Narcoossee Road, is THAT sushi place. The traditional rolls are all there, from California to Philadelphia. However, the exotic rolls would be something fun to share on this date night. We suggest the Jade Dragon; eel, cream cheese, and cucumber, topped with avocado, eel sauce, and sesame. There is also a great selection of fresh sashimi, including a sharable platter of 5 nigiri, 9 sashimi, and a Kalifornia Roll. Check out the menu, and plan your date night, by visiting www. lakenonasushi.com or calling (407) 381-7777.

Nona Blue

Looking for a casual dining experience, yet still crave that upscale taste? You’ve found it here, at Nona Blue in Orlando. The menu has an incredible range, including a mouth-watering 8oz. Barrel Cut Filet Mignon, which comes from “off the hardwood grill” selection. If you’re thinking seafood, then try the Paneed North Atlantic Sea Scallops. If you’re looking for more casual dining, then grab a “Handwiche” like the BLT Grilled Cheese, Cold Water Lobster salad with applewood smoked bacon, Havarti cheese, diced tomato on Texas toast. Wash it all down with a draft beer, or one of their many choice of delicious wine. We think you’ll be returning real soon, to this one. For more info, visit www. nonablue.com or call (407) 313-0027.

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elaxing can be hard! With full plates of work, soccer practice, and day to day chores; who has time for it?! This date night, make the time, with a well-deserved spa visit. Whether it be for a deeptissue massage, or full body pampering – take this time to relax together, and let your worries melt away.

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LGE Massageworks Salon & Day Spa

DOWNTOWN KISSIMMEE Massageworks offers a great variety of massage choices. One that sticks out, is Le Stone, a basalt rock massage, that penetrate tissues with the combination of hot stones and hands. Get a full hour, for $85 per person. www. massageworksdayspa.com

Mokara SPA OMNI ORLANDO RESORT AT CHAMPIONSGATE Two words; Spa Vacation! Stay overnight and really indulge with a spa vacation package at the Omni Orlando resort. It’s the ultimate getaway! Check out www.omnihotels.com for more info.

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Relâche Spa

GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER, KISSIMMEE Get your relax on at the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rated, Relâche Spa. With specialty massages such as Thai, Bamboo Fusion, and Lemongrass to treatment enhancements like a scalp treatment or deep exfoliation, you’re going to be glad you choose this for your date night! Plus, this is at one of the coolest hotels in our area! Call (407) 586-4772 for more info.

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HAPPY Hour

ometimes you only have time for a quick date. Check out the local happy hours that will fulfill your timecrunch needs.

Vintage Vino Join Vintage Vino, in Kissimmee, on Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. for $4 wines, and $4 draft beers. Grab a gourmet cheese plate while there, and explore the many fine-wine offerings from owner John Siudut. www.VintageVino.com | (917) 627-8432

Three Sisters Speakeasy

Stop in for some sushi, and some fun, at Three Sisters Speakeasy in Kissimmee. Happy hour is MondayFriday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. www.3SistersSpeakeasy. com | (407) 201-3270

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Get your Mexican Food fill, at Abeulo’s Mexican Restaurant in Kissimmee, where happy hour is daily from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Say it with us, Margaritas! www.Abuelos.com | (407) 870-0901

BJ’s Brewhouse

Talk about a happy hour! BJ’s Brewhouse at The Loop in Kissimmee, offers ½ off shareable apps and mini deep-dish pizzas, $2 domestic bottles, $3 Barefoot Chardonnay and Merlor, $4 call drinks, and more! Check it out, Monday – Friday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday – Thursday 10 p.m. to close. www.BJsrestaurants.com | (407) 932-5245

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Outback St. Cloud

Go down under, and enjoy no worries hours, Monday – Thursday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday – Sunday 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Grab your mate, and enjoy $4 call single-mixed drinks, $4 signature cocktails, $4 sangrias, and $1 off 6 oz. glasses of wine and Big Bloke draft beers. Don’t forget the Bloomin’ Onion. www.Outback.com | (407) 891-2042

Hit up the shell bar for oysters, clams, and mussels, and wash it all down with their “all day” happy hour from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. It includes $3 house wine, $2 single liquor wells, $3 Bud Light, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, and Yuengling 12 oz. $2 draft beer. www.CrabbyBills.com | (407) 979-4001

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JO THACKER SERVES AS SILVER SPURS RODEO’S SECOND FEMALE “BIG BOSS” | By Lindsey Lupfer |

Thacker is no stranger to rodeo or to leadership, so it should come as no surprise that she’s serving for a year as the Silver Spurs Club’s board chairperson, which club members affectionately refer to as Big Boss.

Celia, Clarence, Jo, Henry, and Celeste Thacker Jo, a University of Florida College of Law alumna, is a partner at Broad and Cassel. She’s married to Clarence Thacker, an Osceola County School Board member, business consultant, and past Silver Spurs Big Boss. Jo and Clarence have three grown children – Celia, Celeste, and Henry – who all live in Central Florida. Jo has been around the Silver Spurs Rodeo since before she could walk. She’s a sixth-generation Osceola County resident. Her parents and grandparents were Spurs members. Her father, Murray Overstreet, was honored as a Silver Spurs’ Coca-Cola Cowboy in 2001

(an award that recognizes an Osceola County resident who has worked to promote the ranching and rodeo way of life). Her sister-in-law, Patsy, was the first female Big Boss in 1992. And now, while she serves as Big Boss, all three of her kids are first year Spurs members, too. “Mom’s role as Big Boss is the culmination of years of service and dedication to the Silver Spurs Club. She encouraged Henry, Celeste, and I to volunteer for the Rodeo once we were tall enough to see over the concession stand counters. We’re thankful to have an incredible role model,” says her oldest daughter, Celia.

on a board or advisory council for the following organizations: Osceola Regional Medical Center, the Education Foundation of Osceola County, The Howard This photo, originally published Phillips Center in the Osceola News-Gazette on July 1, 1965, shows Robert for Children Bronson and Jo Thacker (then Laura Jo Overstreet) before the and Families, 36th Silver Spurs Rodeo. Though the University of this is a black and white copy, this was the first full color photo Florida College to be used in the Gazette. of Law, Valencia Foundation, and the As Big Boss, Jo is leadKissimmee/Osceola County ing board meetings and the Chamber of Commerce. club’s actions, promoting its Whew. Time mansemi-annual rodeo events, agement skills are truly a and spreading the message of what the club is doing for necessity for Jo, who says of handling her schedule, the Central Florida region. “It’s about always being She says that many willing to help others, but people are unaware that remembering that you need the Silver Spurs Club is a to take care of yourself at nonprofit organization. the same time. That includes In the past few years, the trying to get enough sleep, Spurs’ rodeos have beneexercising, and eating right, fitted the Florida Hospital as well as feeding your soul, Foundation and Heavenly and building relationships Hoofs. The club also gives in all that you do.” out scholarships each year Jo has worked hard to based on academic merit. create healthy habits. As Jo is eagerly preparing a young mother, she used for February’s rodeo events, to wake up before her kids the 136th Silver Spurs did to walk in the neighRodeo and fifth annual borhood. She says having Monster Bulls competition. a good walking partner to (Monster Bulls is on hold her accountable was Saturday, February 13, and vital. Now, her younger rodeo performances will daughter, Celeste, fills that take place Friday, February role once a week when they 19 through Sunday, meet up for a workout and February 21.) mother/daughter time. Who Jo’s community can argue with that kind of commitments don’t end at high quality multitasking? Big Boss. She also serves

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SUCCESS IS A ROUTE YOU

Follow | By Jeannette Rivera-Lyles |

David

Ruggieri, CEO of Florida Technical College (FTC), is often asked about strategies to reach professional and personal success. He believes â&#x20AC;&#x153;Success is a route you followâ&#x20AC;? and cautions that achieving success and THEN maintaining it is hard work. Also, success generally eludes those who require instant gratification.

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Ruggieri, recently co-wrote a book with motivational author Jack Canfield, of the famed Chicken Soup for the Soul, titled Soul of Success VOLUME 1. Since its release late this summer the book climbed to the top spot of Amazon best sellers. We talked to Ruggieri about his book and another topic he is passionate about, post-secondary education.

Tell us a bit more about the book. What are some of the strategies to attain success?

“I

participated in this project because Jack Canfield, who spearheaded it, is a respected authority in the subject of self-help. His Chicken Soup for the Soul series has helped millions. Success requires discipline. But first, we must identify what we’d like to do, what brings a sense of fulfillment and how that fits into opportunities in the market or in your community. Once you have identified those elements, we establish short and a long term goals and set a plan to achieve them. We should also accept, from the get go, that we will fall along the way. But I always tell my students, if you fall, don’t fall backwards, fall forwards. You’ll be at least four feet ahead from where you fell. But to summarize it, success is a process. Those who seek immediate gratification will likely not get it.”

How did you get started in the post-secondary education industry?

“I

got started as an instructor at a technical school in California. I had just completed my military service and was attracted

to by the fact that this institution in San Diego, was registering lots of people like me fresh out of the service. I realized that many of these veterans were coming back into civilian life with plenty of skills, but many had little or no application in the civilian world. I felt a calling to help these guys reinvent themselves. Funny thing is, I told myself that I’d do it for a year or two, much in the way someone donates their time to the Peace Corps, but 40 years later, I’m still here.”

What differentiates FTC from other colleges?

“W

e have 35 years of experience and knowledge of the Central Florida market. In that time, we have developed solid relationships with many of the area’s largest employers which enables us to understand demand and where it is coming from. Another element that sets us apart is the quality of our instructors and staff. They are knowledgeable on their fields but also

compassionate and caring. To them, our students are like family and they treat them with that same sense of caring.”

In your years as FTC’s CEO, what do you consider to be your top accomplishment?

“G

rowth, most definitively. When I was appointed CEO seven years ago, we had three locations and less than 1,000 students. Today, we have twice the campuses (6) and have quadrupled the number of students to 4,000. I’m also very proud of our success rate. We take starting and graduating seriously as well as helping our graduates find jobs.”

One of your objectives as an educator is to enroll more Hispanics and other minorities in college. What is stopping these demographics from pursuing a college education, money or time?

“I

don’t think it is because of money. It is a more

complex social issue. Often times, young people in these communities grow up in larger, more complex family situations that sometimes prohibit the opportunity to attend college or a training program. After high school, some go straight into the labor market to help the family. The problem is that the jobs that are available for people with just a high school diploma are not going to help these students break the cycle so the cycle continues with each generation. We have to break this cycle.”

Some people choose a career track based solely on financial projections: how much money will they make upon graduation. Is that right or wrong?

“I

t’s not the smartest way to pick a career. Money should be one of the considerations, of course, but not the only one. We try to spot students like that from the start and try to steer them the right way. We make it clear to someone who say,

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wants to study criminal justice, that they may see bloody scenes. If blood or violence, is something you can’t even think about, you’d be wasting your time and money in a career in the criminal justice arena. It is important for us to HELP counsel these students because choosing the wrong program cannot only lead to the student dropping out of the program, but ending up with debt and no benefit.”

So, do you see yourself as an academic or a mentor?

“D

efinitively a mentor. In this role, I complement the work of our instructors who are the academics. They are knowledgeable in their respective fields and are great at imparting that knowledge.

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Part of my job, is to make sure our students stay on track. That they have all the support they need to be able to finish what they have started and walk across the graduation stage to receive their diploma. This is important because our students, for the most, are not the traditional students that come here right after high school. They are young adults in their mid-twenties, thirties and older. They have lives, families, jobs, and sometimes balancing all of that with college can be trying.”

As CEO, what do you think are post-secondary educations biggest challenge for an institution like FTC?

“O

ne of the biggest challenges is jobs.

As a nation, it is important that we continue to incentivize industries that generate well-paid jobs. The medical sector and technology are good examples. I take the pulse of the labor market almost daily. I don’t guide myself just by national statistics. I speak to the leaders and employers of the communities that our campus locations are part of and also with state leaders. They know better than anyone whether the economy is expanding or contracting in their areas. This is necessary to ensure that our graduates are a reflection of the workforce that is needed, so they may transition easily from students to professionals. Otherwise, we wouldn’t fulfill our mission.” “Another challenge we face is that grants and financial AID for low-income

students are dwindling. The same is true for public schools, whose budgets keep getting slashed. K-12 is the foundation for college, so without that base students will struggle.”

What are some of FTC’s future projects?

“W

e are developing more programs in technical fields as well as construction, construction management, business, IT and the medical field. We are also developing programs taught in Spanish that would be complemented by English classes for non-native speakers. The goal is to help people who are new here earn a post-secondary education while at the same time learn English so that they may be productive citizens. “

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PUPPY AND KITTEN NUTRITION

| By Gary Borgman, DVM |

the most recent issue of Osceola Woman, I discussed some considerations when choosing a new household pet. The legally required Florida Certificate of Veterinary Inspection is your best assurance of good health and appropriate preventative immunizations/parasite control medications. Healthy and hungry puppies and kittens do need to eat, and this is the time to do it right!

We usually recommend sticking with the current diet from the breeder or a pet store for at least the first few days. Any changes in type of food should be gradual. The new diet should be introduced over several days, gradually increasing the percentage of new food in the bowl. There are many choices of diets. Selection of specific brands and types of food should be any early conversation with your family veterinarian and staff. Kitten nutrition advice is easy. Most kittens readily accept dry kitten chow/ growth formulas and the food can be offered “free-choice” with the full bowl re-filled as needed. An important caution is that milk can cause diarrhea in kittens (and puppies) and should be avoided. As kittens grow up, most

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adults will need portion control to avoid obesity and all the associated health risk factors such as diabetes and internal organ disorders. At some point, it is advantageous to consider introducing canned food to maturing kittens and young adult cats, while decreasing or eliminating dry foods. Cats are carnivorous. Higher protein canned diets are considered healthier in the long run. Puppy nutrition is much more complicated. Most puppies can receive all their nutritional needs with two meals per day of a well balanced growth formula. Some small and active individuals such as Yorkshire Terriers need multiple small meals per day to avoid hypoglycemic events. There are many choices of brands of puppy foods and this is

best discussed with your veterinarian at the first wellness visit. I like to recommend a “timed meal” which means we offer enough food to satisfy the puppies appetite by filling his/her stomach in about 15 minutes. I like to offer this meal inside a crate with the door open. This makes the crate training easy because entering a crate is rewarded. When the puppy emerges and starts circling and sniffing the floor it is time to move to the designated elimination venue. Crate training is the “best thing since sliced bread” for puppy house training. Large breed dogs (over 50 pounds at maturity) should be fed a growth formula (puppy chow) specifically labeled for large breed dogs. These diets will help minimize joint problems such as hip dysplasia and the resultant osteoarthritis later in life.

The nutritional needs of mature dogs and cats is a complex issue. There are literally hundreds of pet food manufacturers, hundreds of products available, and thousands of opinions about feeding pets. The Hills Company, which manufactures and distributes the Science Diets and Prescription diets, has been involved in pet nutrition longer than any other pet food manufacturer. Additionally, the Purina Company offers their Pro-Plan Prescription diets. Innovative Veterinary Diets also offers some unique and effective prescription diets. Many other manufacturers claim superior knowledge and products. As my fatherin-law was fond to quip “the advertising speaks well of it”. We are here to answer your questions and assist you in your nutritional decisions for you puppies, kittens and adults pets.

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IT’S FLU SEASON – Do You Know the Facts? | Florida Hospital CentraCare Physicians |

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changing, the flu virus and the impact it causes, varies from year to year. Because many flu symptoms mimic that of the common cold, it can be difficult to tell what illness you have. If it is influenza, the earlier you are diagnosed can make a difference in how long the flu lasts or how severe it may become.

How do you tell if it’s flu, or just the common cold? Both are upper respiratory infections caused by viruses, so many of the symptoms appear to be similar. Chest congestion, a sore throat and a feeling of tiredness are all symptoms of a cold, but if they are accompanied by extreme weakness, muscle and joint aches and a high fever, then you also have symptoms of the flu. Generally, flu symptoms come on more quickly and are much more severe than cold symptoms. Common symptoms include: • HIGH FEVER • SEVERE ACHES AND PAINS • EXHAUSTION, FATIGUE & WEAKNESS • HEADACHE • COUGH • CHEST DISCOMFORT Symptoms can also include: sneezing, sore throat and stuffy nose, however these aren’t as common. What’s known as the “stomach flu” actually has nothing to do with influenza. In fact, stomach issues are rarely a part of flu.

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WHO SHOULD BE VACCINATED? VERYONE 6-MONTHS AND OLDER SHOULD GET A FLU VACCINE EACH YEAR . This f lu vaccination recommendation

was just created by the CDC in recent years. Vaccination is especially important for those at high risk of having serious f lu-related complications, or those who live with or care for high-risk individuals. According to the CDC, high-risk categories include: • YOUNG CHILDREN, PREGNANT WOMEN, PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS LIKE ASTHMA, DIABETES OR HEART AND LUNG DISEASE, AND PEOPLE 65 YEARS AND OLDER. • CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN 6 MONTHS ARE AT HIGH RISK OF SERIOUS FLU ILLNESS, BUT ARE TOO YOUNG TO BE VACCINATED. PEOPLE WHO CARE FOR THEM SHOULD BE VACCINATED INSTEAD.

WHY GET PROTECTED?

The flu can be deadly. Seasonal flu shots are up to 90% effective in prevention. And even if you still get the flu, if you’ve had your shot, your symptoms will likely be less severe. Contrary to what some people believe, it is impossible to get the flu from the flu shot. The flu vaccine generally takes about two weeks to be most effective in fighting off the virus, so it is possible to contract the virus during that time, but the vaccine is not the cause.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SUSPECT YOU HAVE THE FLU:

Osceola is home to Centra Care, who has a quick influenza test that can confirm flu within minutes. The earlier you are diagnosed can make a difference in how long the flu lasts or how severe it may become. Prescription anti-viral medications (like Tamiflu) are very effective in shortening the duration of flu, and all Centra Care locations carry this, but you need to start the medication within 48 hours of symptom onset, so do not delay before being seen when you have flu symptoms. Not only do they have great care, but Centra Care doctors can gather data from across the state to provide Osceola with statistics on where illnesses are on the increase. Be preventative, and check out the What’s Going Around Health Alert, at www.CentraCare.org

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A NEW YOU FOR THE NEW YEAR… Healthy and Beautiful Skin in 2016! | By Michael Steppie, MD |

The

New Year has begun and if you’re like millions of Americans, you too have a list of resolutions aimed at a healthier, happier, more beautiful you. But while developing a svelte figure is often the undisputed number 1 annual goal, there’s another beauty objective that should be on your list as well – taking better care of your skin. After all, your skin is your body’s largest single organ, and its first line of defense against disease, infection, and other harmful elements. It’s also your calling card, so to speak – the first feature that others notice about you.

If healthy and beautiful skin is among your goals for 2016, there are some important things to keep in mind. • MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THE ENTIRE FAMILY. Children can often experience skin conditions such as eczema. Starting them on skin care routine can have life-lasting health benefits! • FOR YOUNG ADULTS learning to keep acne at bay, a trip to your local dermatologist is a great first step. Researching how diet can affect your skin is a great way you can battle acne at home, too. • THOSE LOOKING TO TURN BACK THE CLOCK A BIT, a skincare regimen tailored for your specific needs is an important part of your daily ritual. • MOST IMPORTANT, DAILY SUN PROTECTION IS A “MUST”! Since 1975, the skin cancer death rate among Florida residents over age 50 had doubled and in the past two decades alone, melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) incidence among Hispanics has risen nearly 20 percent! Keep your skin on the top of your “to do” list this year.

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THE AIRLINE APPROACH TO HEART HEALTH “Place

the mask over your face, oxygen will begin to flow immediately into the mask. Place the mask on yourself first, and then help those around you.” Anyone who’s flown on a commercial passenger airplane has heard the “put on your oxygen mask first” speech. Your stewardess knows if you don’t get the oxygen you need, there’s no way you’ll be able to assist others around you. This old airline approach can be a great teaching tool for women when it comes to heart health.

Women make nearly 80 percent of health care decisions for their families, and are more likely to be the caregivers if a family member falls ill; yet in a Kaiser Women’s Health Survey 23 percent of women report they went without care they needed because they couldn’t find time to see a doctor. Women are notorious for putting aside their own medical needs to take care of work and home. When it comes to heart health, women are also more likely to ignore symptoms like shortness of breath, unexplained extreme fatigue, and upper back pain (all of which are warning signs of a heart attack). The price tag of self-neglect can be costly. One in four women in the U.S. dies from heart disease, but with the right information and action, heart disease can be managed and prevented. Here are three actions you can take this Heart Month to put your ticker in first place.

GET A DOCTOR’S EXAM. Ask your physician about a cardiac risk profile screening. These screenings will check for total cholesterol, HDL/LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose levels. Few hospitals can offer a greater range of services to effectively diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease than the Heart & Vascular Institute at Osceola Regional Medical Center (ORMC). For a physician referral contact ORMC’s Consult-ANurse line at (800) 447-8206. BE PROACTIVE. You can reduce your risk by managing your blood sugar and blood pressure, lowering your cholesterol, staying active and eating healthy. Osceola Regional’s Online Health Library has resources to help you assess your heart health. You can take the online Cardiovascular Risk SelfAssessment, which determines your risk of developing significant heart disease within the next ten years based on your age, blood pressure, cholesterol levels and other risk factors. Visit www.OsceolaRegional.com for full access.

HAVE A PLAN. No one plans to have a heart attack, just like no one plans to be in a house fire. Yet it’s always good to be prepared if an unfavorable situation arises. Central Florida women can take comfort in the fact that one of the nation’s best hospitals for cardiovascular care is right in their backyard. The Heart & Vascular Institute’s star-rated for Excellence in Cardiac Surgery has placed it in the nation’s top 13 percent. As the only Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI in Osceola County, the Institute is consistently beating the national STEMI benchmark of 90 minutes, dramatically improving the lives of heart attack patients. ORMC also offers the latest surgical techniques for vascular and heart surgery. Despite treating some of the most complex heart conditions, the hospital’s cardiac outcomes are among the best in Central Florida. Once you get cardiovascular disease you’ll always have it, but it’s not a death sentence. There’s much you can do to ensure you’re around for your family and friends, and it all begins with listening to your heart - and in this case, your stewardess. For heart healthy recipes, heart health tips and more information about the Heart & Vascular Institute visit www.OsceolaRegional.com/HerHeart.

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JANUARY 30

INSANE INFLATABLE 5K he Insane Inflatable 5K, a dynamic fun run series made up of inflatable obstacles and taking place in over 115 cities across the United States, and is coming to Kissimmee! The Insane Inflatable 5K is designed to be accessible to everybody – from competitive runners looking for a different type of challenge, to weekend warriors looking for the next great obstacle run, and

JANUARY 15 - 24

MECUM KISSIMMEE AUCTION he Mecum Kissimmee Auction, the world’s largest collector car auction, returns to Osceola Heritage Park on January 15-24. More than 60 acres are covered in 3,000 collector cars and more than 1,000 Road Art items for 10 days of auction. The event is massive; its size and subsequent variety are unparalleled. The Kissimmee 2016 lineup will include everything from entry-level collector vehicles to multi-million-dollar investment pieces.

JANUARY 15-31

“FOOLS” BY NEIL SIMON eon Tolchinsky is ecstatic. He’s landed a terrific teaching job in an idyllic Russian hamlet. When he arrives he finds people sweeping dust from the stoops back into their houses and people milking upside down to get more cream. The town has been cursed with Chronic Stupidity for 200 years and Leon’s job is to break the curse. No one tells him that if he stays over 24 hours and fails to break the curse, he too becomes Stupid. But, he has fallen in love with a girl so Stupid that she has only recently learned how to sit down.

JANUARY 9

12TH ANNUAL DON’T CURB IT… S.W.A.P. IT! From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at PegHorn Nature Park and Trail, come drop off your live Christmas trees to the park and swap it for a containerized tree for your yard. 2101 PEGHORN WAY, ST. CLOUD

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HIPSTORIC 3RD FRIDAY DOWNTOWN ST. CLOUD tart your evening with the host business for refreshments, mingling, and supporting your local shop and more. Visit at least 8 Downtown businesses, and enter to win the monthly GIVE AWAY! Food Trucks will be located in the Downtown Area. Look for special happenings at the various businesses and sponsor activities in the Food Truck Area. Immediately following is a FREE movie in Centennial Park on the corner of 10th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.

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SILVER SPURS RODEO 7:30 PM he Silver Spurs Rodeo is the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi and is annually ranked among the top 50 events sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). This event has been a tradition since 1944. You can expect exciting events such as bull riding, streer wrestling, tie down roping and there’s even an event for the little cowboy’s and cowgirls to compete called Mutton Bustin’.

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CITY OF KISSIMMEE APPOINTS OSCAR MEMBERS TO ADVISORY BOARD

Congratulations go to Olga Castano who was appointed to the Fire Pension Board, Frank Fernando “Ben” Robles who was appointed to the Charter School Board, and Christina Barnhardt who was reappointed to the Charter School Board.

ST. CLOUD HIGH SCHOOL TAKES PART IN HOLIDAY PARADE

St. Cloud High School took part in the annual St. Cloud Christmas Parade, lead by their coaches, St Cloud High School Coaches, Brandon Higdon, Joe Rienzi, Brandon Pennington, Bryan Smart (Head Coach), Danny Thompson, and Codie Nieder.

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