South Florida Queen B by Forum Publishing Group

IN THE HIVE SOUTH FLORIDA

QUEEN B BUZZ-WORTHY CONTENT FOR SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN

STAFF EDITORS Kyara Lomer-Camarena klcamarena@tribune.com Laura Kokus lkokus@tribune.com ART DIRECTOR Michael Grant PHOTO EDITOR Beth Black SALES MANAGERS Mickie Carusos 954-574-5329

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Suzanne Gallagher 954-574-5341 CONTRIBUTERS Eric Bojanowski, Joanie Cox, Louise Hendry, Ifonia Jean, Beverly Lomer, Andrea Richard, Nadia Sorocka

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POKER FACE The story of two hustling chicks taking a man’s game by storm one chip at a time.

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LIVE IT UP

THE BUZZ ON BIZ

DOING IT IN THE DARK

ASK A MAN

Women get paid less than their male counterparts and have to pay more for insurance.

Get your mind out of the gutter, and put it on a plate. Dining in the Dark is an experience to remember.

What men are saying about weight, mothers-in-law and shedding a tear.

A note to readers

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Woman, chica, dame, doll, gal, mujer, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, bitch, goddess…

INTIMACIES

ANNOYED BY FIBROIDS

NAUGHTY NADIA

Almost one-third of women have theses uterine growths. Joanie Cox battled hers, and guess who won?

Queen B’s sex-pert offers advice behind closed doors.

I DO?

TOO OLD

HAIR APPARENT

Would you still walk down the aisle if you knew?

Yes, even your eye shadow has a shelf life.

Two local women get to the root of hair problems.

The list goes on for the words used to describe our gender. You might be all of these things or maybe just a few, but, most important, you are a woman — a unique South Florida woman whose interests, desires and personality cannot be pegged as one “type.” That’s where Queen B comes in. In this premier issue, we seek to give you not only content to which you can relate but content that will help you relate to others. We give you serious topics that will get the wheels turning, a touch of whimsy, interesting facts and a little something extra to chew on. In our first issue, we

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introduce you to local women who are employed in male-dominated jobs, start frank discussions on sex and tell you an eye-opening story of one woman’s struggle with fibroids. There’s even a piece on how most insurance policies will cover hair loss. We give you a deep look into the lives of women in our community, and we hope you’ll give us your stories, as well. Welcome to Queen B.

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SOUTH FLORIDA QUEEN B

BUZZ-WORTHY CONTENT FOR SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN

MAY 9, 2012

THREE B’s IN A TIZZY QUEEN B EDITORS OFFER DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES ON FEMINISM From Editor Queen Mother, Pam Doto aka Old-School Feminist You never know when a conversation with colleagues will set off an office controversy; most of us stick to subjects that won’t prompt a scene by the Xerox machine. So when I asked one of the editors of this magazine if she considered herself a feminist, I thought it was a safe question, and some commiserating would soon be in order. When she said no — absolutely not! — frowning and shaking her head as if I had just said her mother-in-law was charming, I was stunned. How could this be? When I ran down my checklist of all the characteristics of a feminist, she had them in spades. After all, feminism is simply the advocacy of women’s rights for social, political and economic equality with men. But in her mind, the term conjured up images of beastly, humorless women in heavy boots, burning bras and screeching about oppression. Women are doing just fine, she told me. We are securing more leadership positions, bringing home the bacon, frying it up in the pan and all that other empowering stuff that can be wrapped up in a catchy jingle. Her worldview is vastly different from mine. We were both born in the ’60s, but life experiences have led us to different conclusions. So, here we are in 2012 starting up a women’s publication at a time when women have much on their minds and much to talk about. There are the likes of Rush Limbaugh blasting Georgetown University law student Sandra Fluke, who testified before Congress in support of mandating health insurers to cover contraceptive costs. Limbaugh called her a slut and a prostitute on his radio show. There is the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, which was the first bill President Barack Obama signed into law when he took office. The act provides more legal channels to women seeking equal pay for equal work. Presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s campaign came under fire recently for not having a ready answer on whether Romney would support it.

OBLIVIOUS FEMINIST

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There is a state-by-state scaling back of abortion rights, which has women wondering why we are fighting battles we thought were won decades ago. The “war on women” has become a catchphrase of the news cycle, but obviously not every woman feels under siege. Our perceptions and dreams differ, but we are bound together by our history. At Queen B, we hope to acknowledge our struggles yet celebrate all that we have gained and cheer each other on in these pages. It doesn’t matter if you call it feminism or just common sense. Rebuttal from Editor Kyara LomerCamarena, aka Girly Feminist Women are doing just fine?!?! What about the Indian man who recently beat his baby to death because she was a girl? Or the fact that women in Saudi Arabia aren’t allowed to drive? Or that women who are raped in some countries are stoned to death because their honor was violated? Or in our own country that not all women get paid maternity leave (and that it’s considered a “disability”) and that the equal rights amendment was never ratified to include gender?! Women in the U.S. may be doing better, but women in the

“Our perceptions and dreams differ, but we are bound together by our history.” —PAM DOTO OLD-SCHOOL FEMINIST

“Women in the U.S. may be doing better, but women in the rest of the world are NOT doing fine. Nowhere near fine, actually.” —KYARA LOMER-CAMARENA GIRLY FEMINIST

“I don’t want to be equal to a man. I want to be better than a man.” —LAURA KOKUS OBLIVIOUS FEMINIST

rest of the world are NOT doing fine. Nowhere near fine, actually. What we need to do is preach about what feminism ACTUALLY is. And that just because U.S. women are doing “better,” a majority of women need feminism more than ever. I think the stereotypical feminist

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We still have a lot of work to do. Rebuttal from Editor Laura Kokus, aka Oblivious Feminist I know Pam can defend herself, but when she spoke of “women are doing just fine,” those are my words, so you can blame me for that. And what you mention in your argument is horrible and evil, but that kind of female degradation goes on all the time. The man who beat his baby girl, you think that’s new? Women in India abort their babies if they find out they are girls. Stoning of women; that’s been going on forever. Acid attacks? Child marriages-Yeah, there’s a lot of BS out there right now. The countries that allow that don’t even have a word for “feminism.” I think Pam’s pointing out what is going on in the U.S. It’s been a slow-go for equal rights for all, but think of all the other groups trying to have the same rights as rich white men: women, blacks, gays, immigrants, etc... We cannot take on the ills of the world but we can highlight how women in this country have progressed in the last 40 years. Offer some hope to women, perhaps. For me, I don’t want to be equal to a man. I want to be better than a man. Where did that measurement come from anyway? Oh wait, men.

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SOUTH FLORIDA QUEEN B

BUZZ-WORTHY CONTENT FOR SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN

MAY 9, 2012

Poker Faces Making huge plays in a male-dominated game By Andrea Richard

In the world of poker, Robin McCarty and Lauren Failla do more than massage chips, don poker faces and shuffle cards on felt tables. The two Broward residents are co-owners of the largest female conglomerate in the poker industry — Empire Industries. They didn’t launch their careers anywhere near a casino; the game of cards was merely a hobby that eventually turned into something more serious. McCarty worked a 17-year stint in the entertainment business. She resigned and set her sights on raising a family. Her husband, Jason, taught her how to play poker, and the game of cards won her over. She played cash games and proved to be successful, winning enough hands to earn a full-time living while raising two children. “I have to give credit to my husband,” McCarty said. “He taught me … how to play the game like a man.” There are almost 60 million poker players in the United Stats. Only 10 percent of them are women. Failla, a New York transplant, grew up playing poker. Frequently the only woman at the table, she said the male players weren’t aware of her playing savvy and doubted her ability — something she and McCarty still face today. Despite an often unwelcoming attitude from male players, female poker player have an edge over their male counterparts. “Women players are the hardest players to figure out,” McCarty said. And what man really has a woman figured out?

“Because women are hard to read, men have a hard time playing against them,” Failla said. “Women don’t have as many ‘tells,’ meaning their facial expressions, emotions. Women can control that a lot more than male players.” In the game, a poker player needs to know how to read body language, possess sharp critical thinking and strategy skills, and have basic math skills. Not only is reading body language vital, but controlling one’s own mannerisms and emotions with consistency is key. “A poker face is a lack of expression,” Failla said. She said techniques include wearing glasses to hide the eyes, a hat and something around the neck to hide veins that may throb when nerves kick in. ”The poker face is more than about face; it’s a matter of the player’s entire body language,” McCarty said. Failla adds, “Part of being a good poker player is doing things consistently, the exact same way as you did them before. You’re playing the last 20 hands the exact same way the as you play the last hand you just been dealt.” McCarty said poker isn’t gambling. It’s a sport. Failla recognizes poker as a game of skill. Winning doesn’t come down to luck but rather “manipulating the odds in your favor,” she said. Failla indeed mastered the odds in her favor when she decided to launch her own business. In 2004, she was playing at Seminole Classic in Hollywood, and an idea for an opportunity came to light. “I saw there was a niche in the market for women. There were no women’s-only events, and I thought to myself, ‘Someone should start ladies events,’” said Failla, who has 15 years of event-planning experience under her belt. “So I put the two together, and everyone thought I was crazy.” She launched High Heel Poker Tours, an all-women’s poker tournament. In 2006, Failla met McCarty through the tournaments. They bonded over poker and eventually decided to join forces and go into the poker business together. McCarty owned PMS, a poker attire line, and Failla owned a women’s poker academy and was succeeding with High Heel Poker Tours. Failla now hosts more than 50 tournaments a year in Canada, the Caribbean and the United States. In 2010, they expanded their business and co-founded Peace, Love and Poker, an at-home poker party service. Eventually, the two merged the four enterprises under one company, Empire Industries. How the two balance friendship, a business partnership and a family life with children is a

bit an accomplishment in itself. “My husband says we share a brain,” Failla jokes. “She is my long-lost twin sister,” McCarty chimes in. But in the end, the balancing act the two enjoy is credited to the support of their families. “If this ends all tomorrow, we will still be professional poker players and best friends,” Failla concludes giving McCarty a high-five like a giddy youngster. As for parting advice for newbies entering the world of poker, McCarty stresses to mind your money, never go beyond your means and to “never drink alcohol at the table — ever.” To get into the game and learn more, visit Empire-industries.net.

Care for some chips? McCarty, right, and Failla have a rule they live by: “Never drink alcohol at the table.” Photo by Eric Bojanowski

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JOB More women are taking on jobs that were traditionally filled by men. Let us introduce you to a few.

Why did you choose this line of work? I decided to get into this field because I want to do something everyone dreams of doing – vacationing for life. My job is what people have saved up to do any chance they can. I live on an island with palm trees all around me, great weather all year round, and I am on the water every day. What’s your secret in balancing work and life?   Balancing work and life is easier than the average job. I don’t have to take my job home with me, and if I choose to, it’s in a fun way. What was your most memorable on-thejob experience? This guy got on the boat with his family and secretively brought on his brother’s (cremated) remains, which, by the way, is illegal on any vessel with paying passengers. The family wanted to throw the remains overboard with out anyone knowing. As time went by, one family member asked why all the flags were going in the same direction. About an hour later, the family decided it was time to throw the ashes overboard. When they did it, the ashes flew directly in the

wind and went all over the people on the boat. We had to explain afterwards that what they did was completely wrong and illegal, but it still made for a good story.

LISA GOULD Boat Captain Age: 29 Lives in Key West Single and no children

What are the advantages of being a female in your profession? No. 1, there aren’t many of us out there. No. 2, you have a lot of opportunity to observe male captains and the mistakes they make, and that saves us from making the same mistakes. What are the disadvantages and/or challenges?  Men have a certain confidence level in this line of work. Women must work twice as hard and know twice as much on all sides of the spectrum. Because you are a woman, it is often assumed you know nothing and can’t handle the job. Even to this day, some guys will not accept that I am a captain and will find anything I do wrong. I love this because I just look at them and smile, knowing that what they are saying is wrong and stupid, and they look like an idiot for saying it. When you’re not at work, what do you do for fun?  When I am not working I love traveling. I have to see the world!

DEANNA SOLOWAY-SIMON Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Department, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Age: 39 Lives in Weston with her husband and two children How many years have you worked in your position? 7 years Why did you choose this line of work? My father is a physician, and from the time I was small, he used to take me on rounds with him. I was always in awe of him and all the patients he helped, and I knew I wanted to be able one day to make such a difference in people’s lives. I decided on pediatrics after volunteering at St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, where I grew up, and feeling such immense personal rewards after working with the amazingly strong children who are treated there. What is your most memorable on-the-job experience? It’s difficult to pick just one memorable on-the-job experience. It is always rewarding to make a small difference in the lives of patients and parents. Helping parents through difficult end-of-life moments or holding their hands as we explain a new diagnosis that their child is being treated for is so personally rewarding, and hopefully, these interactions make tough moments for families even a bit easier. What are the advantages of being a woman in your profession? I truly believe that being a woman but more importantly a mother has made me a better physician. When my son was first ill, my medical knowledge went by the wayside and an overwhelming sense of helplessness and anxiety came over me. I have learned to channel those feelings that happen as part of being a parent myself and use them to calm the parents and educate them regarding their child’s illness. In my administrative role, I am not sure that success depends on your gender. I think a good leader inspires those around them... I have emotional intelligence, which is key in managing people and approaching issues that arise. To some, these may seem more feminine characteristics; I believe they should be present in all leaders. I also consider myself a strong person. What are the disadvantages and/or challenges of being a woman in a traditionally maledominated field? I believe that since my performance as a medical director of the Emergency Department has been strong that the respect has been earned. I don’t know if whether being a relatively young female made some people doubt my capabilities initially. In the end, it is about the product delivered. In my role, I am able to voice my opinion and refuse to back down on issues I believe need to be addressed to improve the process in the Emergency Department and overall patient experience.

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WORK STEPHANIE SHORE  Cantor Age: 47 Lives in West Palm Beach In a committed relationship and has a 16-year-old daughter How many years have you been a cantor? I started on the pulpit when I was 17. I have been at Congregation B’nai Israel since 1991 — 21 years    What inspired you to become a cantor? My mother was the first woman cantor in history in 1964. I grew up watching, listening and admiring her and what she did. I was so moved by the beauty and joy of Jewish music. I was also so proud of my mom. I followed in her footsteps. Once again, a first — the first time the role of cantor was passed down from mother to daughter.   What are the advantages of being a female cantor? Both men and women make outstanding cantors. I am not sure

REV. RHONDA LILES Senior Minister at Unity of the Palm Beaches Age: 55 Lives in Lake Worth Divorced, has two daughters and two granddaughters

that there is a specific advantage from being a woman.   What are the disadvantages and/or challenges of being a female cantor?  Throughout Jewish History, the role was only filled by men. The challenges have been made a lot easier because of the fact that my mom paved the way for women cantors back in the ’60s. Now 60 percent of all cantors are female.   When you’re not at work, what do you do for fun?  My free time is limited because of the demands of my position within the congregation and the community; however, when I do have time, I love spending it with my daughter, Gabrielle. I love watching old movies from the ’40s and ’50s, and I love to cook.

How long have you been in this position? I have been the senior minister at Unity of the Palm Beaches for two years. I have been a licensed, ordained Unity Minister for nine years.

to see the world, which I did to some extent. I joined the Air Force and saw a world very different from the one in which I grew up in western Nebraska. I also started on a career path helping people.

Why did you choose this line of work?   It is more like this line of work chose me, as I felt truly called to ministry about 13 years ago. I had worked in community mental health, rehabilitation hospitals and skilled nursing facilities for many years, and felt I was already serving humanity.

What is your most memorable on-the-job experience?   There are so many that my heart remembers, from the very first time I spoke as an ordained minister, to my first church, every christening, wedding, memorial and sacred service, to returning to my home, community and church in Metairie, La., after Hurricane Katrina and being part of the rebuilding process.  I am in awe of the resilience of human spirit

What did you aspire to become when you were young? I planned to join the Air Force

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Dr. Joyce specializes in neuropsychological evaluations, psychoeducational testing, and psychological assessment. She works with children through seniors with many different reasons for seeking services. For example: children with learning or attention problems, seniors with memory problems, or those who have suffered from traumatic injuries. Evaluations can help guide treatment with a variety of professionals including medical doctors, other psychologists or therapists, or educational professionals. For peace of mind, legal issues, or guidance with treatment, Dr. Joyce can provide direction, clarity, and excellent recommendations. Her ofﬁce is located at 1505 N. University Drive, Suite 403 Coral Springs, FL 33071 Call 954-362-3590 Email: info@drpattijoyce.com • www.drpattijoyce.com

Mina Herrera Design LLC Mina Herrera Owner and Designer Mina Herrera Design LLC was established in South Florida in 2008 as a subsidiary of the Venezuelan Company, Mina Herrera Diseños, S.A. As a family owned business since 1990, they are dedicated to the design, manufacture and installation of customized cabinetry for kitchen, bathroom, closet or other furnishings for your home. Since 2010, they are offering semi-custom and standard cabinetry, as well as the installation. The functional, beautiful designs fulﬁlls their client’s needs. Their priority is the service! Mina has been a volunteer for the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens since 2010. She is a NKBA member working towards a CKD. She has an AA degree in Architecture from Santa Monica College, CA (1984). In her spare time she loves cooking, gardening, reading on the beach, eating in a good restaurant, and doing outdoor “easy” sports such as biking, walking, etc.

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Fratelli’s Italian Grill Suzanne Nurrito Suzanne, owner of Fratelli’s Italian Grill is a native Floridian. She started out in the catering business and has always enjoyed working in the food industry. Suzanne and her husband Sal have owned and operated Fratelli’s for 15 years. Sal runs the kitchen operations while Suzanne runs the front end of house, which she enjoys very much because she gets to know her clients. “We have a wonderful family atmosphere here and we have known many of our clients for several years. Some even feel as if we are their family.” Come into Fratelli’s located at 6600 West Atlantic Ave. in Delray Beach and enjoy one of the wonderful lunch specials starting at $6.75 including soup or salad, rolls and a beverage. The delicious complete dinners start at $9.99 and include soup or salad, rolls, a beverage and a dessert. The mouth-watering food at Fratelli’s will conﬁrm why they were voted BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN DELRAY several times by the Forum. Call Suzanne at 561-495-4500 and ask her about the daily specials.

Perfectly Imperfect Consignments Evershore Financial Group This past September 2011, two cancer survivors and retired teachers, Jennifer Gaffey formally of Boston and Lisa Eisenberg formally of New York, opened Perfectly Imperfect Consignments. This is a new venture for the two friends. Opening this unique and beautiful shop has become a dream come true for the two. After becoming best friends through their cancer struggle they both sought after joy and success in their lives. The friends found that their affection for previously owned furniture, art, home décor and unusual possessions, was a mutual one. So began Perfectly Imperfect Consignments located at 3333 N. Federal Hwy. #2 Boca Raton, FL 33431 (561-7569267). The shop is very inviting with exceptional customer service leading to long time customer friendships. The merchandise is ever changing as is the look of the store. The two friends give back to the community donating to a different charity each month. American Cancer Society, Gumbo Limbo, Hospice and Alzheimer’s have been past recipients.

Beverly Provost

Financial Advisor As a Financial Advisor with Evershore Financial Group, Beverly Provost brings quality care into her line of work, where she helps people make the informed financial decisions in order to reach their life goals. Financial Services is a male-dominated field. Why not take the opportunity to receive advice from a woman who understands what you want out of life? Whether you are just out of college, raising kids, going through a divorce, or finalizing your plans for retirement, Beverly can help lead you in the right direction. Beverly offers complimentary, no obligation financial consultations. Contact her to see what she can do for you. bprovost@evershore.com or 561.910.2472

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By Marcia Heroux Pounds Sun Sentinel Working women in Florida are paid 80 cents for every dollar paid to men, according to a recent report released by the National Partnership for Women & Families. In Florida, the median pay for a woman working full time is $32,762 per year, while the median yearly pay for a man is $40,731, the group says. That means there’s an annual gap of $7,969 between full-time working men and women in the state. The report, which examined all 50 states, says there are significant costs of the nation’s genderbased wage gap. The median yearly pay for women in the United States is $10,784 less than their male counterparts. African American women and Latinas fare worse, being paid $19,575 and $23,873 less than men, respectively.

If the gap were eliminated, here are some examples of what working women could afford, according to the group: • 1.7 years’ worth of food in the state of Washington • 2,746 more gallons of gas in Colorado • 14 more months rent in Wisconsin • 3.7 years’ worth of family health insurance premiums in Connecticut

Florida women pay extra for health coverage, report says Florida women pay extra for health coverage, report says Bob LaMendola Sun Sentinel Florida women pay extra for health coverage, report says State one of 39 with ‘gender gap’ in health insurance rates Health insurance costs Florida women as much as 52 percent more than men — up to $1,141 more on average each year —because of a gender gap that has existed for decades, a recent report stated. And that doesn’t include the extra cost of maternity coverage. Florida is one of 39 states that allow insurers to charge different rates based on gender. Young and middle-aged women pay more because they tend to use more health care, insurance experts said. Florida’s gender gap in rates is in line with the rest of those states. “Women go to the doctor more. Young men still have that invincible attitude and don’t go unless someone makes them,” said Michael

Caplan, a partner at Insurance Depot agency in Margate. The question is whether it’s good public policy to make women bear the cost of biology, rather than spread the cost across society, said Mary Beth Senkewicz, an insurance consultant who was Florida’s deputy insurance commissioner until last fall. The health overhaul passed by Congress in 2010 will eliminate the gender gap in rates as of 2014. The report came from the National Women’s Law Center, which favors ending the gap. It looked at individual health policies, but not group policies most people get at work, which do not have gender-based rates. The report found Florida women with individual policies pay 10 percent to 26 percent more than men at age 25, and 20 percent to 52 percent more at 40. Middle-aged women paid $599 to $1,141 more per year on average, depending on coverage. At 55, the gap in rates has disappeared, the report found. Insurance experts said men consume more health care than women — and pay higher rates — starting at about age 50.

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My husband and I are celebrating 20 years in Business at my Lauderhill location. I have been a Ft. Lauderdale resident since 1976. Ourrestaurantspecializesinclassic Italian food. My husband Raul and I have been in the restaurant business all of our lives and have been restaurant owners since 1982. What makes us successful is my husband’s expertise, our persistence, our consistency, great food, wonderful ambience, our chef/partner Diego, and our great staff. We will go out of our way to make you feel at home and have a memorable evening. We are grateful to all of our patrons who have supported us through the years. 5444 N. University Dr., Lauderhill, FL 33351 954-746-3132

Michelle Seidle is a true Floridian born and raised in South Florida, has been a licensed Realtor since October 1975. Her successful 37 years of real estate knowledge, expertise and experience, includes serving the Miami Dade, Broward County and Orlando Markets. Michelle, a 16 year Weston resident has been focusing her business in the Weston and surrounding Broward areas since 1996. Her success is based upon numerous referrals & repeat business from many satisﬁed clients. Michelle is committed to always providing superior service to all of her customers.

Sue Blackard is an Advertising and Marketing Specialist with the Jewish Journal and Forum Newspapers in South Florida. As a native South Floridian, and with over 30 years in advertising, marketing and publishing, she offers a deep understanding of the South Florida market as it has grown and evolved throughout the years. Sue specializes in creating affordable marketing programs that help new and existing businesses grow their market share in the lucrative Palm Beach, Broward and Aventura markets. She can be reached at 561-674-6055 or email sblackard@tribune.com.

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Idalia Talavera MD FACOG For the last 4 years Dr Talavera has been offering da Vinci Surgery to patients, the most advanced minimally invasive approach to gynecological surgery available today. Using the da Vinci Surgical System, she has treated a wide range of gynecological conditions with just a few small incisions. Her practice has been dedicated to minimally invasive surgery not only because it is the best clinical option for most patients, but because it provides patients with a faster recovery time associated with major surgery. Dr. Idalia Talavera is a Board Certified Gynecologist and an active member of the medical staff at Plantation General Hospital, Westside Regional Hospital and Broward General Hospital. Her practice is dedicated to provide care to women in all the stages of life, from adolescence through menopause. You can find out more about her practice at myfloridaobgyndoctor.com or call 954-791-3090 for a consult with Dr. Talavera.

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has been a resident of Boca since 1977. She and her daughter Vanessa Mandeville-Tatge bought Nailize six years ago. They knew they wanted to operate a shop with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, friendly service and unsurpassed cleanliness. They reached their goal with the help of a committed staff of 16 licensed technicians. Together they’ve built a solid base of repeat clients. “We specialize in pink & white acrylics! We now offer ‘Gelish”, which extends your manicure up to two weeks. This is gel polish with no chipping or smudging.” In addition to manicures and pedicures, the spa offers facials and an extensive waxing menu. The spa is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 7pm and Saturday from 9am until 5pm Hope invites everyone to come in and “realize the difference” and conﬁrm why we were voted “Best Salon” in Boca since 2008. 9101 Lakeridge Blvd., Boca Raton, FL • 561-883-5699

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Pamela F. Miller, MCMS, PA-C, is a board certiﬁed physician assistant who practices at the Weston Center For Plastic Surgery, Inc. Ms. Miller is also a faculty member at Barry University, Miami Shores, FL. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1998 and her Master of Clinical Medical Science and Physician Assistant certiﬁcate from Barry University in 2004. Ms. Miller is experienced in cosmetic, medical, pediatric and surgical dermatology, providing personalized treatments for disorders of the skin, hair and nails. Her areas of expertise include Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, Perlane, laser vein and hair removal, sclerotherapy for spider veins, chemical peels, treatmentofMelasmaandRosacea,andMinorsurgicalprocedures including mole removal and earlobe repairs. Appointments can be made by calling (954)384-8300. Pamela is available Monday through Friday 8:30 to 5:00.

Barbara Gobbi Marketing Barbara Gobbi

With over 20 years of sales and marketing experience, Barbara Gobbi found the most rewarding aspect of her job was helping businesses create a marketing plan and come up with creative strategies to grow their revenue. “I caught the problem-solving bug after working on several merger and acquisition projects and discovered the rewards of strategizing and consulting,” said Barbara. Always researching the latest trends in marketing, her firm, Barbara Gobbi Marketing specializes in in-bound marketing efforts, especially social media and other marketing tools that help customers find businesses when they are looking for these services. Barbara says that in this economy many businesses are struggling because they are experts in their own industry, but don’t know how to market themselves. She helps the small business owner hone in on the marketing and advertising strategies that best fit the demographics of their customers, thus delivering a higher return on their investment. “I teach them how to fish, or I can fish for them.”

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Neva is owner and President of Brandon Service Corp., a full service Air Conditioning, Heating and air quality contractor serving south Florida since 1968. Brandon is expert in both residential and commercial repair, maintenance and complete single or multiple system installations. Brandon’s long reputation for excellence and quality service demonstrates our reliable commitment to our many satisfied customers and which are our best referral. As environmental, engineering and regulatory issues become more complex and challenging, it is comforting to our customers that we can accomplish the job correctly and efficiently the fist time. Call us at 954-757-1117 and visit our website at www.brandonservicecorp.com.

Garden of Love Florist opened in 1975 and now its 2012! Who would think 37 years later that I’d still be excited about creating fresh or silk ﬂower arrangements! I’m forever grateful for our loyal clients! It’s hard to believe that I’ve spent more than half of my 80 years as a Floridian. In the 1930’s my dad worked as Interior Designer in the Estate Homes around Key Biscayne. I remember attending Santa Clara Grammar School and playing in the Kids Park at the Orange Bowl. Time certainly ﬂies! Now here we are welcoming new clients or rewarding our loyal customers with a FREE ROSE just for stopping by to say hello or to get acquainted. I know we’ll impress you!

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Marie represents State Farm Insurance Company at 10661 Wiles Road in the Brookside Square Shopping Center, providing insurance and ﬁnancial services. Her agency has served Coral Springs and Parkland for over twenty two years. The agency offers Auto, Motorcycles, Homeowners, Life, Annuities, Health, Long-term Care, Medicare Supplement, Disability Insurance, Mutual Funds, and offers bank products through State Farm Bank. Marie takes pride in her licensed, bi-lingual team’s professionalism and friendly service, and the 24 hour service the agency provides. She values representing the leader in the insurance and ﬁnancial service industry and the opportunity to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected ad realize their dream.

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Age: 52 | Status: Married

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Age: 33 | Status: Single

Do men obsess over a woman’s weight as much she does?

The younger a man is, the more concerned he is about his appearance and those who accompany him. The advantage of the aging process is the reduction of that concern. In other words, old people tend to not give a s#^!

Hardly. At least at my age I completely understand that nature does what nature does to our bodies. Most men actually like a little extra on women. Thin is out. That’s not to say that a thin girl in a bikini is unattractive, but really it’s what’s upstairs that counts (not upstairs as in chest).

Gay men obsess over their weight as much as women do. Straight men just worry about their looks overall — they don’t get the connection between calories and waistlines. Besides, society has decided that an overweight man can still be respected as professional wrestlers, security guards or Southern sheriffs. The same is not necessarily true of overweight women.

I do have a preference for a certain body type. Generally speaking, though, looks tend to get a woman’s foot in the door with a guy, but a lack of personality will get them kicked right back out that same door. Some guys really dig certain body types, and those guys will obsess. Other guys just like the fun times, the sexy times, the romantic times, the comforting times or just plain old time with gals, so weight will not be a factor at all.

What does it take to make you cry?

Crying is an emotional response, not only to an extremely sad event, as the loss of a loved one, but also in response to an extremely good event, where you observe extraordinary behavior by an ordinary person.

Onions. Animal cruelty. Spilt beer. A sharp stick in the eye.

Men don’t cry. They will tear up over sports, but those are always tears of joy when their teams win, not tears of sorrow, so they don’t count. When their teams lose, men get mad. They know they could have done a better job had they been on the team, regardless of their age, weight or physical abilities. Little known fact: Gay men cry less than straight men because they don’t like sports and were teased about crying too much while growing up.

In the past? Not much. Nowadays? Quite a bit. Girls used to make me cry. Looking back at the things I used to cry over made me feel like a huge-mongous (the offspring of an incestuous relationship between huge and humongous) tool. I did not like those parts of my personality, so I work to remove them. Now, Rocco’s last scene in Boondock Saints barely jerks a tear from my ducts.

When you use the term verbally attacked, it implies a harsh, unwarranted exchange. Most men would defend their wife if that were the case. If the verbal exchange is concerned with conflicting views of a woman’s domestic responsibilities, most men are better off staying out of it. If the mother is degrading your wife on a personal level, I believe you then are required to oppose your mother, which isn’t easy. In most cases, the mother was the one who raised the husband. She is only applying the same doctrine you already experienced as a child in her house.

It seems my mother liked my wife better than me. Regardless, if my mother would give my wife a hard time, she’d just ignore it, as my wife knew who was really in charge (my wife was, not my mother). Situations like Everybody Likes Raymond are rare, at least as I see it.

For the same reason they don’t defend themselves when their own wives attack them: Because men are frightened of women. Didn’t you know that? Gay men aren’t frightened of women. Gay men are fond of women in the exact same way a cat is fond of its owner.

This one is pretty simple, really. In a highly emotional situation, logic flies right out the door, and instincts take over. A man can exert dominance over another man because we are wired to strive to be the alpha male. Another man assaulting his woman just gives him an outlet in this day of reason for exercising that primal desire. I am not familiar with primal instincts toward the matriarch, but I would imagine most species hold the matriarchal figure in high regards. The other thing is, guy number two can be pruned from your life. Mom will always be there, even when she is a prune.

Why are men quick to defend their wives when they’re being physically or verbally attacked by another man but are silent when the attacker is their mother?

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WIGGING OUT » Linda Alfieri, owner of Linda Alfieri Hair Replacement Salon in Boca Raton, makes wigs by hand. Photo by Marta Mikulan Martin

APPARENT Two local specialists offer insight and solutions to female hair loss By Ifonia Jean Hair loss is most commonly thought of as a man’s issue. But according to the American Academy of Dermatology, women are almost just as likely to suffer from this condition. “Anyone after the age of 17 can experience hair loss and thinning,” said licensed cosmetologist and trichologist Peggy Nisbett–Rigg, of Hair Is In Unisex Salon in North Lauderdale. “By the time a woman realizes that she is experiencing hair loss, she will have already lost 30 to

50 percent of her hair.” On average, women shed 50 to 100 strands of hair a day. Rigg said the loss of more than 100 strands a day may be due to a hormonal imbalance, illness, medication, postpartum, psychological issues, stress, poor nutrition or genetics. Even bad hair weaves can impact the growth of your natural hair. Linda Alfieri, owner of Linda Alfieri Hair Replacement Salon in Boca Raton, agrees. She said a lot of her clients’ hair loss conditions are unique. “Many of the women I work

“Many of the women I work with have lost their hair due to chemotherapy, lupus, alopecia, and some of them are burn victims.” —LINDA ALFIERI OWNER OF LINDA ALFIERI HAIR REPLACEMENT SALON IN BOCA RATON

HAIR TO HELP YOU » Peggy NisbettRigg, of Hair Is In Unisex Salon in North Lauderdale, gives her clients hair exams. Photo by Eric Bojanowski

with have lost their hair due to chemotherapy, lupus, alopecia, and some of them are burn victims,” she said, adding that her clients are referrals sent to her by dermatologists, oncologists and plastic surgeons. “My relationship with these doctors enables me to offer medical billing and financing options to my clients. I am able to process medical insurance claims for up to $4,000 for hair loss. We don’t accept all insurance, but the ones we do usually cover about 80 percent of the hair replacement and treatment costs.” To help her clients develop a hair care regimen, Rigg encourages a hair exam to gain some insight on their sudden hair loss or thinning. Rigg’s exam includes a health history questionnaire, various tests on the clients strands of hair, as well as a close–up look of the hair and scalp using a microscope. “Just as we care for our bodies and get annual physical exams, we

should also be as concerned about our hair and have it examined,” she said. Once she is able to make a diagnosis, Rigg can create a rigorous hair regrowth treatment. “My method of treatment includes scalp exfoliation, washing the hair with a clarifying and cleansing shampoo, conditioning the hair with a volumizing conditioner and applying a dihydrotesterone (DHT) blocker to inhibit the growth of the hormone,” she said. “DHT is known to attack hair follicles and stipulate further hair growth.” She also uses a low-laser therapy machine to help stimulate regrowth in the hair follicles. “My clients can expect improvement within four weeks of intense treatment,” she said. Alfieri also makes handmade wigs. “My staff and I create wigs by hand, paying careful attention to the needs of each client,” she said.

“We do custom fittings, coloring, styling and repairs.” She also provides hair extensions for clients with thinning hair. “Our extensions are mainly European and Remy hair,” she said. “We have three factories overseas, which we work very close with, and they are willing to ship products to us overnight for emergency situations.” Alfieri said she is looking to expand her company to a greater network. “I want to educate doctors so they can build their business in the field of hair replacement and put more people to work,” she said. Rigg continues to bring awareness to women on hair loss prevention and treatment in her biweekly hair seminars. “I am very passionate about helping women overcome hair loss through commitment, dedication and time,” she said.

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Weddings and fairy tales have a lot in common. The attention is focused on the bride in an elaborate gown and often wearing a tiara. There is an air of magic surrounding the wedding party, ceremony and reception. The princess of fairy tale lore is also the central character: She’s beautiful, richly dressed and often assisted by spirits and charms.

et’s face it, even though a wedding represents the joining of a couple, it is usually the bride who does most of the planning, and much of the ceremony revolves around her. It is the rare bride who forgoes the dress and the wedding party. And often the selection of attire for the attendants becomes an exercise that tests even the closest friendships. Tracing the history of modern wedding traditions back to their origins in the Middle Ages, we find that some of them derive from the subjected position that women held in premodern times. If brides (and grooms) today knew where some of the cherished wedding customs actually came from, would they continue to embrace them?

BRIDESMAIDS The origins of wedding attire are rooted in a belief that spirits sought to attack the bride. So in early times, female attendants dressed identically to the woman being married so as to confuse the evil demons. Later, the bride dressed in her best, but the custom of identically attired attendants remained.

GROOMSMEN On the male side, the attendants had an entirely different origin. In the tribal and isolated societies of the premodern period, women were scarce, and brides were procured by capture. The original attendants were the groom’s helpers in kidnapping and absconding with the woman. This is also why the bride stands to the left of the groom during the ceremony. In olden days, the man had to keep his sword arm free in case members of the woman’s family sought to take her back. It is also the origin of the custom where the groom carries the bride over the threshold after being wed. In the past, the unwilling woman sometimes had to be dragged into the man’s abode.

THE DRESS In weddings today, the bride’s appearance is a central — if not the central — feature. Though most women wear an elaborate white or version of white gown, the wearing of white is a fairly recent development. Women in earlier eras simply wore their best dress. It was Queen Victoria’s choice of white in the 19th century that initiated the tradition we now continue. Since its introduction, the symbolism of the white dress evolved and often denotes purity, originally meaning virginity, as per most Christian religious beliefs.

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THE VEIL While the veil might be an elaborate fashion statement in today’s weddings, its origins had a variety of meanings, some of which might give us pause. The veil was thought to hide the bride from the evil spirits until she was wed. It was also used to cover the face of the woman in arranged marriages to prevent the man from rejecting her until the vows had been spoken. And more troubling, the veil has had a long history of denoting women’s submission to men. According to St. Paul, men do not veil themselves because they are the image of God, while the woman is the image of man [1 Corinthians 11:4-16]. And thus, the veil represents the sign of male authority on her head. Brides originally wore their hair long and flowing to symbolize their virginity. The veil that covered the face originally indicated virginity, and lifting the veil by the man symbolized both the consummation of the marriage that would take place later and his taking possession of the woman.

DOWN THE AISLE In premodern times, women were officially and legally considered the property of their closest male relatives and had few rights and little independence. The origin of the cherished tradition in which a father walks his daughter down the aisle to the waiting prospective husband is rooted in the ownership of women. The “giving” of the daughter to the groom represents the transfer of male authority over her.

FLOWERS, CAKE AND THE GARTER Because weddings were initially equally about property rights and fertility (need for heirs), many of the customs derive from fertility motifs. The bouquet, for example, contains flowers today. Flowers were always symbols of fertility. Though some early women carried foul-smelling herbs to ward off the evil spirits! Throwing the garter literally came from the practice of friends following the newly wed couple to their bedchamber and taking turns removing items of clothing from the pair. Likewise, the wedding cake was originally multiple small cakes made of wheat that were broken over the head of the bride. Why? Again, it was intended to ensure fertility and to symbolize the groom’s authority over her.

THE RING Finally, the wedding ring, a symbol of eternal love — even though love did not become the basis for marriage until the much later. The ancients believed that the third finger of the left hand contained a vein that led directly to heart and so initiated the custom of wearing the ring there.

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HOW DID YOU BEGIN COLLECTING? I began collecting cookbooks seriously about 15 years ago. I used to collect records (I have approximately 3,000 of those). I found that too many people were on the hunt for these records, and they were becoming scarce and expensive. I shifted my focus to cookbooks because I love old things. Old books, magazines, advertisements. My cookbook collecting really began in earnest, when some of my friends took me to Just Books in Tampa. I found a 1963 edition of Larousse Gastronomique for $15. The 1963 edition is the first English language edition of that book. From that moment on, I was hooked. It was my mission to seek out as many cool, old cookbooks as I could find. WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR COOKBOOKS? I buy books at thrift stores, flea markets, used-book stores, estate sales, library sales, and occasionally friends buy them for me. I buy online sometimes. It’s much more fun to find a great book in a thrift store or flea market.

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Symptoms They may cause irregular bleeding, abdominal swelling, pain during intercourse, lower abdominal and pelvic discomfort or pain, and increased uterine cramping before and during menstrual periods.

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Diagnosis Usually, fibroids are found by abdominal or pelvic examination or pelvic ultrasound. Sometimes MRIs or CT scans are used.

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