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INSIDE • Sun City comes through with wreaths for veterans 14A • Concert set as fundraiser for Gullah museum 16A • Nonna Rosa to be featured in ‘prime’ time show 18A • USCB student interns for Rep. Clyburn 14A • Photographer captures visuals of migrant pelicans 55A
Bridge at Calhoun offers new potential, concerns some locals By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR
If all goes according to plan, there will be a groundbreaking before the end of January for a new, ambitious, multi-faceted enterprise on a one-acre lot along Calhoun Street between Green and Bridge streets. The Bridge at Calhoun plan features three two-story buildings, each less than 7,750 square feet. The top floors will be a mix of 1- and 2-bedroom apartments along with one 3-bedroom. The street-level spaces will be filled with a mix of three industries that owner Matt Cunningham said goes “into the arts direction.” “One of those is culinary arts. People are going to The Farm because they’re going for good food, Michelin-star level. This could be a destination for foodies,” he said. The second industry is contemporary art. “Obviously Calhoun Street is known for its arts. Amari Ferris is going to have his studio in that space. He and I started a nonprofit in March looking at how do you grow art as an economy,” said
Cunningham. As part of increasing contemporary art in the downtown area, a number of rotating murals will be incorporated into the walls of the buildings. “You can say things through art – poetry, song lyrics, visual arts – that you can’t say in normal conversation.” The last thing is artists in retail. “This is a retail space. We are looking at encouraging entrepreneurs, and business ownership is part of it. Who is currently participating, who is benefiting, who will be there five, 10, 15 years from now,” Cunningham said. “Twenty-five percent of the business owners in Bluffton are women and seven percent are African American. If you look at that specifically – and community growth – when you invest with women business owners, more often the dollars will flow back into the community, and they will be reinvested.” He added that in the “inside of the bridge that I am helping to grow, there’s a specific interest in women and African American entrepreneurs. I think it will demonstrate economic value, which will cause more investment.” Cunningham moved to Hilton Head Island in 2007, working for CareCore
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A rendering of the Bridge at Calhoun, viewing the corner of Calhoun and Bridge streets. The building in the middle is the former site of the original Eggs ’n’ Tricities boutique.
National before it was renamed eviCore Healthcare. He worked with the late Don Ryan, co-founder and CEO of CareCore, who moved here and believed in helping make Bluffton grow. Cunningham said he believes the same thing. “Part of this is because I moved to
Bluffton and really love Bluffton. It’s not that I moved here to make an investment,” he said. He and his family moved into the Promenade three and a half years ago. “I like that multi-use space above shops. Your neighbors see
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Welcoming a New Year like we never have before By Lynne Cope Hummell EDITOR
So ... here we are in 2021. Is everything better yet? Did you hear that collective sigh of relief just after midnight Dec. 31? I suspect it was heard ’round the world. 2020 is over and done, and hallelujah. Who has anything new and different to say about last year? I certainly do not. We all know it was disastrous. Horrible. Painful. Divisive. Deadly. Just plain crummy. The year started out with great anticipation. It could be a year of “perfect vision,” a good year for forward thinking, new perspectives – and all those other optometric analogies we could make up with the year’s assigned numerals. It started fairly normally. The 131st Rose Parade was held New Year’s Day, followed by the Rose Bowl, both with thousands of spectators and millions more via television. Super Bowl 54 was held Feb. 2. In
addition to all the players and coaches on the field, more than 60,000 fans filled the stands. It didn’t seem so odd at the time, did it? On Feb. 7, I was fortunate enough to attend with a good friend the first concert of the Eagles “Hotel California” tour in Atlanta, along with more than 39,000 other people. It was an amazing evening! None of us thought twice about chatting with strangers crowded in line, in the lounge, or around our seats. Yet, soon after that, in early March, large events started to be postponed – and eventually canceled. Then smaller events. On Friday the 13th of March (how oddly appropriate it seems now), Gov. Henry McMaster announced all South Carolina public schools would be closed immediately. Across our nation – and the world – closures began happening. The coronavirus shutdown began. It was the beginning of the dark times. As restaurants, stores, libraries, churches,
travel – everything! – shuttered, we fell into a collective “not knowing-ness.” What was happening? When will it be over? We couldn’t have known then what we know now, that tens of thousands of lives would be lost, and even more impacted, from COVID-19. We’ve since lost friends and loved ones. We’ve lost jobs and incomes, a senior year, and wedding dates. Some have lost hope that we can ever return to the way things were. But ... Good things came out of that bad year as well. We adapted. We figured out different ways of doing things. We got creative – on many levels. We came together, even as we stayed apart. “Zoom” became a household word. Some of us developed deeper perspectives about what’s truly important to us. In early December, a friend began posting daily on social media only good things that had happened in her life during 2020.
Friends got married, babies were born, she read more books and watched less TV. She and her husband got good at puzzles. She picked up the phone and called old friends. Many of us have cleared out clutter – from our homes, from our minds, from our lives. We live more efficiently with what we have. We drove less, and saved gas. (Global emissions were said to be down 7% for the year – an unprecedented drop.) Some of us discovered, or rediscovered, our “back yards.” Whether it was gardening or bird-watching at home, or bike riding along leisure paths and beaches, kayaking at sunrise or sunset, or simply being in nature, we found solace in simple things. So now, as we welcome a New Year, we are armed with determination, perseverance and fortitude built up through the past 10 months. We are stronger for our troubles, and are encouraged that now, we can face pretty much anything and at least survive. Happy New Year indeed.
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Big assignments face returning delegation By Weston Newton CONTRIBUTOR
The 124th session of the South Carolina General Assembly got underway last month with representatives returning to Columbia for two days to take the oath of office and to reorganize the House of Representatives in preparation for the Jan. 12, 2021, start- Weston Newton ing date. This type of “re-organization” is held every two years following an election to elect the leadership officers, receive committee assignments, and adopt procedural rules for the upcoming two-year session. Beaufort and Jasper Counties saw the return of our entire delegation and strong committee assignments covering almost every House standing committee. Bill Herbkersman and Shannon Erickson both retained their seats on Ways and Means; Jeff Bradley was assigned to the Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee; Michael Rivers will serve on Education, and Public Works; Shedron Williams will serve on Agriculture, Natural
Resources, and Environmental; and I will serve another term on the Judiciary Committee, where I will again be the chairman of the Constitutional Laws Subcommittee. Additionally, I was re-elected chairman of the Legislative Oversight Committee. These assignments mean that the Lowcountry is well and fully represented in Columbia with seniority and key committee roles. Our delegation is one of the strongest and most influential in the entire state, and will serve our community well over the next two years. In the 123rd session, 1318 substantive bills were filed, with 187 being enacted (81% originated in the House). That’s a mere 14% passed by both bodies and signed into law. More than 1000 bills have been pre-filed to be considered over the next two years. As I have previously reported in this space, Speaker Jay Lucas assigned me to the Equitable Justice Ad Hoc Committee, and tasked me as the Chair of the subcommittee dealing with Hate Crimes Legislation. Our committee will be returning to Columbia next week both in person and virtually to present our subcommittee reports on Asset Forfeiture Reform, Hate Crimes, Sentencing Reform and Drug Courts
in anticipation of the full committee debating these measures and finalizing legislation to be filed on Jan. 12. Despite the limitations we have all been enduring, we were blessed to have all of our children home and healthy for the holidays. While extended family visits were modified and some even held virtually, we were still able to spend time with our entire family. As we all prepare for the New Year and say good riddance to 2020, I would be remiss if I did not recognize the act of kindness of my good friend Catherine Donaldson. When parts of Bluffton lost power on Christmas Eve, Catherine was able to identify the linesmen for the power company that were called away from family to restore power on that chilly night, and raised money from the community as a thank you to the linesmen. These types of acts of kindness are what make our community so strong. It is a privilege to continue to serve the residents of District 120 in the House. If I can be of service, please do not hesitate to contact me. Weston Newton is the representative for District 120 in the State House of Representatives. WestonNewton@ schouse.gov
Letter to the Editor To the Editor: Make way for humans! That’s what the shorebirds struggle with each day as they attempt to dine and nap on their home turf, the beach. Most people are so into their own agendas, they don’t even know the birds exist. When I speak up for the birds, some people thank me for telling about their needs; others aren’t so nice, especially those with uncontrolled dogs. On a recent morning, I stopped to
thank a lady for taking pictures at a distance, not disturbing the birds, not making them fly. She laughed and said she loved this little family of the big mother bird watching over her little ones. I almost corrected her that it was, instead, one lone laughing gull feeding along with a dozen sanderlings – no relation – until I thought about what was really important: Not identification, not avian knowledge, but simply courtesy and caring about
another species besides ourselves. I smiled and walked on. What a lovely lesson she imparted about kindness ... toward a family of birds pecking away in the sand and deserving our attention and respect. Just birds! That’s enough. I hope that others will stop to notice, and not disturb, our friends the shorebirds. Debby Boots Hilton Head Island
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the early 2000s, in a former mechanic’s shop was artist Amos Hummell’s studio, often the scene for years of monthly impromptu performances of “Living Colors,” a show directed by Hummell and performed by whoever couldn’t evade his shanghaiing onto the stage. With a history like that, opinions are divided on the impact the Bridge at Calhoun will have on Old Town’s character and traffic with its architectural style and new businesses. Bluffton native Nancy Golson, the former owner of Eggs, said she thinks it is “way too massive for that part of town.” A founder of the May River Montessori School, which is across the street, Golson is concerned about the impact on the students and the school traffic. “There are more than 125 children going to Montessori. It’s been there for 30 years,” she said. “The amount of traffic that is at 8:30, 11:30 and 2:30 when the children are picked up is heavy. It is a traffic jam there at 2:30, especially on farmer’s market days. There may be 10 cars on the street, and across the street there will be space for 58 more cars. I don’t know how the town can think this is a good idea. I never thought we
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nitaries in order to demonstrate what a harmonious outcome the town has had by following this plan,” she wrote. She was also worried about the impact of the development on the historic site adjacent to the new structures. “Given the current climate for Black Lives Matter, I would encourage you to respect the Heyward House’s close proximity to this site, and the proposed location for trash and parked cars,” she noted. “Heyward House has demonstrated that slaves were housed in the small outbuildings on the property, and COURTESY COURT ATKINS GROUP this proposal overshadows and all but Another rendering of the Bridge at Calhoun, viewing the corner of the Calhoun and Green streets encroaches upon this historical site.” from across Calhoun. Gardner was as dismayed about the project size as Golson. “I don’t know how anyone is going plan: since 1990, has been in Bluffton since to be available to afford it. As far as I “The mayor, along with other town 1985. She has several concerns about officials, feel our cultural, historical and am concerned there is no way three the project and took action. 8,000-square-foot buildings belong environmental position is important “I wrote several letters to the town next to the historic building,” Gardner enough to protect through the continthat were read out loud for the develsaid. ual use of this master plan. The town opment review board. I posted a letter Cunningham is aware of many resof Bluffton has hosted several historic even on my Facebook page,” she said. symposiums and tours of our small In one letter, she noted two specific Please see BRIDGE on page 12A issues, beginning with Bluffton’s master charming Southern town to visiting dig-
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In June 2020, Eagle Scout Matthew Sherburne of Bluffton was selected by the American Legion to be the Outstanding Eagle Scout for the Year of 2020 – out of all the candidates throughout the state of South Carolina. A ceremony to commemorate this auspicious achievement was held in December at the Bluffton Veterans’ Memorial at Buckwalter Place. Bluffton American Legion, Post 205 hosted the ceremony with state Legion officials, members of various Boy Scout troops and the Bluffton Police Department taking part. Pictured is American Legion State Commander Walt Richardson presenting Sherburne with a Commendation plaque for his achievement.
BRIDGE from page 10A idents’ concerns and worries, and he understands their love for Bluffton. “I appreciate that they would feel passionate enough to make the statements that they have. This is a town that people feel really strongly about. I think the concept that I am trying to build represents growth, and I think there are a lot of people who don’t want the growth to happen,” he said. “The reason we got unanimous approval is the town planned for this growth, and it became a lightning rod around the conversation ‘Is growth a good thing?’ I think it’s a good thing. They’re not wrong in their opinions, but I just disagree with their perspective. There’s going to be growth but let’s do it smartly. I also believe they represent the town.” But not everyone is opposed. Babbie Guscio, owner of The Store across the street on Calhoun, said she thought it would be a nice addition. “It doesn’t bother me at all. Once they build it, I think it will be fun. It’ll fit into everything in Bluffton. And I’ll bet everybody in town will be shopping
there or living there. Bluffton in the old days, this was the main shopping area around and everyone was shopping here until they built the bridge to Savannah,” said Guscio. “This will bring the town back to life. I’m looking forward to eating in the restaurant there and shopping in the shops. ... Any place that is being reborn, it’s always a problem with parking. People will always come. Anyone that opens a store down there, I wish them well. We need to lift us all up, and go on and live life.” Cunningham said he expects to break ground mid- to late-January. “We’ll be finalizing the commercial loans and then going to the permitting process which has been happening since October,” he said. “Once the ground breaks add 10 months. We really want to try to make the holiday season next year with a big ground-breaking ceremony.” Gwyneth J. Saunders is a veteran journalist and freelance writer living in Bluffton.
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Despite pandemic, Sun City raises $57,405 for wreath project By Carol Kaminski CONTRIBUTOR
The Sun City committee dedicated to raising funds for the annual Wreaths Across America community effort had no idea what to expect when they met last spring to plan the 2020 campaign during a pandemic. Nevertheless, chair Andy Hoerner and this writer, vice chair of the committee, planned to engage as many neighbors as possible to contribute to the cause. Individuals, organizations and communities throughout the U.S. have been raising funds to lay holiday wreaths on the graves of veterans since 1992. No one could know how the pandemic would affect the 2020 effort. It soon became apparent that many organizations could not fundraise as they had in the past. In 2019, the Sun City community raised $25,200, with 27 neighborhoods participating. Wanting to surpass that total, this year’s committee decided to increase their efforts and encourage more of Sun City’s neighborhoods to join in, eventually involving 41 of
Sharon Blount, left, and Phyllis Sippel, Sun City residents and volunteers, helped place more than 15,000 holiday wreaths on veterans’ graves at Beaufort National Cemetery Dec. 19.
them. With the concern very real that Sun City would fall short of past years’ donations, individual neighborhood captains were selected and encouraged to develop their own campaigns. Throughout the fall, Wreaths Across America was promoted in various resident publications, on television and radio. The checks began pouring in – many for
much more the $15 per wreath requested. Each donation was recorded and the 2,700plus checks were mailed in bulk to Wreaths Across America headquarters in Maine. In November, it was announced by the National Cemetery Administration that there would be no wreath laying or ceremonies in December anywhere in the U.S. due to the pandemic. That was quickly overruled by the White House and rules were
established that severely limited volunteers. Sun City was allowed just 50 residents to lay wreaths for a one-hour period Dec. 19. With the help of several other Beaufort County fundraising organizations, the volunteers solemnly placed 15,561 wreaths that morning. Cemetery officials and their employees were instrumental that day, distributing the wreaths safely to the various sections of the cemetery where volunteers received and laid them. Throughout the U.S., more than 1.75 million wreaths were laid in 2,527 cemeteries that same day. Unfortunately, not all graves at Beaufort National Cemetery received a wreath. The wreaths will remain in place until their retirement at 8 a.m. Jan. 16. The cemetery, located at 1601 Boundary St. in Beaufort, is open to the public. The Sun City committee encourages neighbors to visit the site in honor of fallen veterans. Carol Kaminski served as vice chair for Sun City’s fundraising committee for Wreaths Across America.
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Annual winter concert for museum goes virtual with variety By Carrie Hirsch CONTRIBUTOR
For the past nine years, in what has become one of the most popular concerts on Hilton Head Island, pianist Sanford Jones and invited guest musicians and singers have performed at Providence Presbyterian Church as part of the church’s music series to raise funds for the non-profit Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island. “The COVID-19 pandemic will not allow us to perform a live concert like we have done for nearly a decade, but we are happy to provide a virtual performance,” said museum founder and Executive Director Dr. Louise Cohen. In late January of 2021, the concert will be recorded in the church’s sanctuary with Jones playing the program, but the concert will be broadcast in a virtual format. “As always, the program includes a diverse collection of composers representing various eras, musical genres, and
Valerie Capers, born in 1935, attended Julliard School of Music. She was blind from age 6, and was the first blind student to graduate from the prestigious music school. The program will include the ever-popular Scott BUTCH HIRSCH Joplin 1902 clasSanford Jones will present his annual piano concert in January virtually. sic piano rag “The Entertainer,” subProceeds will again benefit the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island. titled “A Rag Time geographical origins. This year’s program Two Step,” which was featured on the includes well-known European compossoundtrack for the Oscar-winning film ers, among them Bach and Debussy, along “The Sting,” released in 1973. with two women composers,” Jones said. “This concert finale is special on a Venezuelan Teresa Carreño was a personal level involving the premiere of a pianist, soprano, composer and conducnew vocal work. My lips are sealed!” said tor born in 1853, and during the course Jones. of her 54-year concert career become The Gullah Museum has continued known as the “Valkyrie of the Piano.” with several projects during the pandemAfrican-American pianist and composer ic. A new mural by artist Amiri Farris
is scheduled to be unveiled as part of the community support by Great Dane, a manufacturer of high-quality trailers and truck bodies, established in 1900 in Savannah. To the great surprise of Great Dane executives and historians, the silver trailer on the site of the museum is only one of two trailers built in 1947 that survives today. This trailer served as a home to Cohen’s aunt whose house had burned down. “We made do with what we had,” adds Cohen. The silver trailer, once referred to by some as “an eyesore,” has had a rebirth of sorts, given the renewed interest in the preservation of the Gullah culture during the past decade. Music lovers will be able to view the concert on Jan. 29 on Youtube.com at no charge with the option to go to the museum’s website and make a tax-deductible donation. Please visit gullahmuseumhhi.org to learn more about the museum’s preservation programs.
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Ever since the first televised food show “Cookery” hit the British airwaves in June 1946, the cooking and eating public have been obsessed with celebrity chefs and their cuisine, whether the programs were the initial 10 minutes hosted by Phillip Harben or the current hour-long celebrity competition “Iron Chef.” Soon a third local restaurant will be the subject of a broadcast – with a twist. Nonna Rosa, an Italian restaurant in Okatie Village owned by Chef Giuseppe “Peppe” Gialone, is scheduled to appear in an independently filmed series on Amazon Prime, the online streaming network. Gialone and his restaurant will be the final episode in season two of “Beyond the Check,” a series that focuses on owner-operated restaurants, produced by Independent Lasagna Productions. Bluffton’s Pour Richard’s and Pomodori on Hilton Head Island were among the six restaurants featured in season one in 2020. Three others were in Savannah, with one in Athens, Ohio. Savannah businessman Reyshan Parker, owner and host of the production company, interviewed Gialone at the restaurant Dec. 18 during filming. The first season began this past November and can be viewed
on Amazon Prime by searching “Beyond the Check: Worker Owner Edition.” “I have been a chef all my life. I always worked in a restaurant,” Gialone said. “My family had a restaurant, my grandmother had a restaurant. The school bus would pick me up at the restaurant and take me back.” Nonna Rosa has been in the Okatie Village for four years. “I like to find family restaurants, and there’s nothing more family than Italian,” Parker said. Gialone, who was executive chef and co-owner at Bella Napoli in Savannah, and head chef and co-owner of La Fontana Waterfront Grill at Shelter Cove, brings his culinary heritage from Pozzuoli, Italy, a city near Naples – and also the home of actress Sophia Loren. While he doesn’t watch much TV, Chef Gialone expects people will watch the online series, and the publicity will be good. “It’s free publicity and it can’t hurt,” he said. Parker finds restaurants by searching online for chef-owned restaurants. He and his wife, Jordan, and their film crew conduct informal interviews with the chef-owners as they prepare for the day’s menu. Then, the Parkers sample whatever is brought to
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the table, from starter to dessert. For the production, Gialone prepared one of his favorite dishes as the entrée – Boscaiola, an infusion of ground sausage with mushrooms served with a creamy blush sauce and served over rigatoni. Based on the dishes served up online,
foodies will probably find themselves looking for the phone number to make reservations or order take out. The Nonna Rosa’s episode is scheduled for viewing June 2021. Gwyneth J. Saunders is a veteran journalist and freelance writer living in Bluffton.
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Antonia Quintero of Hilton Head Island recently became a U.S. citizen – and she celebrated this milestone by immersing herself in national politics. Quintero, who was born in Colombia and grew up in South Carolina, just spent a semester working for U.S. Congressman James Clyburn in Washington, D.C. A senior at the Bluffton campus of the University of South Carolina Beaufort, she participated in a highly competitive selection process to become a congressional intern. This fall, she was behind the scenes of the U.S. legislative process, attending meetings and helping constituents who called to express their concerns about issues large and small. The phones never stop ringing at Clyburn’s office – he has represented South Carolina’s 6th Congressional District since 1993 and is the third-highest ranking Democrat in the House of Representatives, as well as chairman of the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis. “I had an incredible experience,” she
said. “I wasn’t as aware of what was going on in politics before. I learned how to communicate across many different levels, and how to take good notes quickly that others on my team would be able to understand later.” South Carolina residents contacted Clyburn’s office to express their opinions about the incoming administration’s cabinet picks, and request that lawmakers pass a second COVID-relief stimulus package, among other concerns, Quintero said. She describes Clyburn, who has crusaded for civil rights and racial justice since the 1960s, as accessible – despite his busy schedule and tremendous leadership responsibilities. “He is interested in where you’re from and what you think,” she said. “He wants to know what is important to the younger generation.” After graduation, Quintero, 21, plans to pursue a master’s degree in public administration with concentrations in advocacy and public policy. The personal connections she made in D.C. “could really help me in the future,” she said.
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Noteworthy • Coastal Discovery Museum will host “The Day of Jubilee Has Come” – The Dawn of Reconstruction in the South Carolina Lowcountry, a virtual program at 2 p.m. Jan. 6. Chris Barr will be the presenter. On Jan. 1, 1863, the men of the First South Carolina Volunteers were presented with a flag emblazoned with the phrase “The Day of Jubilee Has Come.” It was the birth of a decades-long process to reconstruct the American social, political, and economic landscape. Barr is the supervisory interpretive ranger at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park. He has worked for the National Park Service for eight years, previously at Andersonville National Historic Site and Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. The cost is $5 for this virtual-only program and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223. • Maye River Quilters Guild will meet at 10 a.m. Jan. 9 via Zoom. To get the link for the meeting, visit may-
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istration must be made in advance. For fees, reservations, or information about this event contact the WACHH office at 843-384-6758 or wachh.org/evening-speaker-series-2021.
• Jonathan Haupt, executive director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center in Beaufort, will be the guest speaker at 7 p.m. Jan. 12 via Zoom as part of the 2021 Evening Speaker Program for the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head. Haupt will speak about acclaimed Southern storyteller Pat Conroy (1945-2016), the author of a dozen beloved books, including “The Prince of Tides,” “The Great Santini,” and “The Water Is Wide.” Haupt will explore Conroy’s legacy as a teacher and mentor through informative profiles of representative teachers from Conroy’s formative years as a student at Beaufort High School and through profiles of Conroy’s own students at BHS and on Daufuskie Island – using photos and excerpts from published and unpublished writings by and about Conroy. The event is open to the public, and reg-
• Palmetto Quilt Guild will host a membership meeting from noon to 3 p.m. Jan. 21 via Zoom. Featured speaker Lilo Bowman will discuss “Love Where You Create: It’s Not a One Size Fits Solution.” Learn to build a creative place that works for you, your space, your budget and where you are. Bowman has worked as a floral designer translator, tour guide, wedding planner and is now editor-in-chief of the TheQuiltShow. com. For more information, visit palmettoquiltguild.org. • Memory Matters will host another session of Brain Boosters on Fridays, Jan. 22, 29 and Feb. 5, live-streaming from 1 to 3 p.m. Participants can learn the benefits of memory enhancement techniques, five brain-
health interventions, how to increase brain reserve, and how emotions affect your brain. Cost is $99 per person and includes a digital manual. The event is presented in partnership with Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and USCB Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). For more information and to register, call (843) 842-6688. • A number of good seats remain available for the Lowcountry Speaker Series March 18 in-person presentation by Robert O’Neill, former Navy SEAL and one of the most highly decorated combat veterans of our time. This lecture was postponed from April 2020. Ticket holders also have the option to participate in the lecture via livestream. Two seating options are available, at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., at Harbour Town Clubhouse Champions Ballroom. A sit-down dinner is available between the sessions, for up to 120 participants. For more information and tickets, visit
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Business Briefs • Financial advisor Amy Covington, of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Hilton Head Island, has achieved the professional designation of Accredited Asset Management Specialist (SM). Covington successfully completed the Accredited Asset Management Specialist, Amy Covington or AAMS, professional education program from the Denver-based College for Financial Planning. Those who complete the program, pass a final exam, and sign a code of ethics and disclosure form earn the AAMS designation. This advanced training offers investment professionals the hands-on information needed to provide comprehensive financial services. Study topics include understanding the asset management process and understanding asset allocation and strategies. Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 compa-
ny headquartered in St. Louis, provides financial services in the U.S. and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the investments offered to the location of branch offices, caters to individual investors. The firm’s 19,000-plus financial advisors serve more than 7 million clients with a total of $1.2 trillion in client assets under care. For more information, visit edwardjones.com. • Cross Schools of Bluffton was presented the prestigious W. Keller Kissam School of Honor Award by the South Carolina Independent School Association. The award was presented to Peter Laugen, head of school, at the association’s annual Fall Heads’ Conference virtual meeting in November. The award was established to recognize member schools that have demonstrated extraordinary academic service to their school community and our association as a whole. Dr. Spencer A. Jordan, executive director, said that Cross Schools was being
recognized for the school’s cutting edge interactive academic programs and the school’s commitment to STEM education initiatives. Additionally, Cross Schools was recognized for its overall commitment to parental involvement and community-centered outreach education. For these reasons and many others, Cross Schools exemplifies honor in all they do. • David La Pour, a golf professional at Colleton River Club, has been named a 2020 Top 50 Golf Coach by the golf player development program Operation 36. The Operation 36 Top 50 Golf Coach list is the only one of its kind that uses quantitative measures to determine who is making the biggest impact on golf through their program. Golf coaches are evaluated by their use of formal golf matches throughout the year, application of the Operation 36 curriculum, assessing golfers’ progress throughout the season, and the use of online social tools to encourage more practice
and play. La Pour said he is “not a method teacher, but use more of a holistic approach to help students enjoy this great game of golf.” • Colleton River Club has been honored with the Platinum Clubs of America Recognition for 2021-2022. This distinction is given to only 150 Country Clubs across the country each year. Platinum status has been the most revered recognition in the private club industry since the franchise was established in 1997 by John R. Sibbald. “I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our devoted members and hardworking staff,” said Tim Bakels, general manager and chief operating officer. “During such an unprecedented year, our team has stepped up to make the Colleton River experience a perfect fit for every family. It is because of this that we are honored to accept such a reputable honor alongside the best golf clubs in the country.”
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Culinary scene gets upgrades, international infusion By Dean Rowland CONTRIBUTOR
Retailers, restaurants and other service businesses are changing the retail and commercial landscape in Bluffton and Hilton Head Island. Here’s the latest in new construction, renovations, relocations, mergers, planned projects, closings and grand openings. • Yummy House, 2 Southwood Park Drive, Hilton Head. This Chinese and Japanese restaurant has reopened after an extensive renovation. The 17-year-old eatery now offers inside dining for its lunchtime buffet, take-out and delivery. Customers are required to wear face coverings and gloves before serving themselves at the all-you-can-eat buffet station. The modernized look features new flooring and walls, tables and chairs. The family-owned eatery is closed Tuesdays. • The Quarterdeck, 160 Lighthouse Road, Harbour Town, Hilton Head. This
iconic waterfront restaurant and bar, with outdoor patio views of the marina featuring live entertainment, is getting an expansive makeover this year. Located at the foot of Hilton Head’s famous lighthouse, construction will begin this spring with a completion date scheduled for spring 2022. The redevelopment will take full advantage of Calibogue Sound sunsets, the 18th green on the Harbour Town golf course, and marina views. An oyster bar will be perched rooftop, and a walk-in, take-out market for casual food will be located on the ground level. • Underground Burritos, 1253 May River Road. Unit A, Bluffton. This graband-go dining establishment has limited indoor and outdoor patio seating in the space formerly occupied by Twisted European Bakery. Customers can order individual burritos or lunch boxes hot and ready to eat or chilled for take out to be heated later at home. Eight single burritos are listed on the menu for less
than $11, including shrimp, pork, chicken, and bean and cheese. Boxes with two burritos, guacamole and other goodies are less than $27. • Casablanca Mediterranean Grill, 1012 William Hilton Pkwy., No. 5 (between U.S. 278 and Dunnagans Alley), Hilton Head. The new owners spent a year renovating the space formerly occupied by Pure Natural Market. Seating indoors for 34 patrons presents a direct view of the open kitchen where meals are
prepared. The health-conscious menu – everything is made from scratch – reflects traditional dishes from Israel, Greece, Turkey, Spain and Morocco. Chef-owner Hicham Elmadi, a native of Casablanca with 24 years’ experience in the culinary world, relies heavily on herbs and spices. Falafel, kabobs, Spanakopita, hummus, chicken Shawarma, lamb chops and baklava are some of the specialties. • Nectar Farm Kitchen, Office Park Road, Hilton Head. Marleys Island Grill near Sea Pines has given way to SERG’s latest culinary offering with an emphasis on food procured from local farms. Construction at the site has begun and an early February opening is planned for hosting breakfast, lunch and dinner. Have Bluffton or Hilton Head business news to share with our readers? Send information to Dean Rowland at leaftoo@live. com. Rowland is a veteran senior editor and freelance writer.
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Business Briefs • Moss Creek Golf Club has been recognized in the December 2020 issue of Club + Resort Business as a top innovator. The club was noted for introducing meal kits, a “Home Cooking with Lenny” video series, and a “Sunday Sauce Menu.” As at many clubs, the culinary and food-and-beverage teams at Moss Creek Golf Club quickly hurdled the dining restrictions imposed by the pandemic by responding with innovative and enticing to-go menus and other marketplace services. Moss Creek’s Executive Chef Lenny Giarratano developed a special following for his meal kits, a “Home Cooking with Lenny” video series, and especially his “Sunday Sauce Menu.” Moss Creek members were also able to order and pick-up groceries from the newly developed Marketplace menu, which provided a convenient way to grocery shop without leaving the community. For more information, visit clubandresortbusiness.com and search “Top Innovators.”
• Abby White has been promoted to community manager of the Bluestone Apartments in Bluffton. Continental Realty Corporation (CRC), a Baltimore-based real estate investment and management company, announced the promotion recently. The Bluestone Apartments Abby White is a 360-unit multifamily community. White, who has worked for CRC since 2016, was formerly the community manager of The Flats at Ballantyne Apartments in Charlotte, N.C. White will lead and direct leasing and property management operations for the multifamily community located at 4921 Bluffton Parkway. Her role will include planning and implementing marketing programs that attract prospects to The Bluestone Apartments; and creating an environment that retains existing residents.
White will also oversee activities of all on-site team members and work with asset management professionals to maintain the property’s peak operating performance. Additionally, White will engage with the local community to establish and strengthen relationships for the property. White earned a Bachelor of Science degree in economics from Towson University and a Certified Apartment Manager designation from the National Apartment Association. While in North Carolina, she was involved with the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association and served on its Government Affairs Committee. For additional information, visit crcrealty.com.
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LEGAL
Addressing estate plan among vital New Year’s resolutions By Rebekah N. Freeman CONTRIBUTOR
This past year presented many challenges in so many ways, from losing loved ones, loss of jobs and income, isolation, social distancing, and the list goes on. However, as we embark into another New Year also means another list of New Year’s Resolutions. One resolution that Rebekah Freeman should be at the top of everyone’s list is “Dealing with my estate plan.” Whether that means finally creating your estate plan, or simply reviewing and updating your plan, it does not matter. Take the time to make certain your estate plan still works for you. Here is a basic idea how to get started with this 2021 New Year’s resolution: 1. If you do not have estate planning documents. If you do not have a will, trust or powers of attorney, now is the time to get those documents in place. Give yourself and your family peace of mind. 2. Locate your existing estate planning documents. Many people have no idea where their estate planning documents are kept. Do you have originals or copies? If only copies, who has the originals? Do you keep them in a safety deposit box? Do you have electronic copies only? For those of you who are able to put your hands on your documents, follow the remaining items on this list. 3. Review your estate planning documents. Reviewing your documents periodically is very important. As time goes by, your life changes. Reviewing your documents allows you to make sure your estate plan works for your current situation. Ensure that your documents comply and are reliable in the state in which you live. A. How old are your documents? If
your documents are more than 10 years old, chances are you are going to need to update at least some facet of them. B. Assess your current situation. Since the creation of your estate planning documents, have you gotten divorced or married? Have you had any more children or grandchildren? Major health issues? Death in the family? Major financial issues? Children or grandchildren who have any major health or financial issues? These life changes and others could significantly affect your estate plan. For example, if you recently remarried, do your documents reflect the new spouse or do they still mention the old spouse? If you are no longer in contact with a child, are you still considering leaving them part of your estate? Have any of your named agents died? It is important to review your existing plan regularly in order to ensure it will always meet your current goals. C. Are you satisfied with your named agents? In all of your documents, are you still satisfied that those named are the best choices to handle your estate or make financial or healthcare decisions for you? 4. Review beneficiary designations. Another vital step to take when reviewing your estate plan is to review who you have named as death beneficiaries on your assets. For example, if your spouse is named as the primary beneficiary on your IRA, did you think to name a contingent beneficiary? Reviewing your estate plan regularly is the only way to ensure it is always up to date. A good rule of thumb is to review your plan at every big life event, i.e., divorce, marriage, birth or death, or every three to five years. Contact a qualified estate planning attorney to have documents prepared and/or reviewed. Treat procrastination as your enemy. Rebekah N. Freeman is an associate attorney with Elder Law & Estate Planning Center. hiltonheadelderlaw.com
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LEGAL
Good estate plans do more than avoid unnecessary probate By Mark F. Winn CONTRIBUTOR
Should you use a will or a revocable trust? Most want to use a revocable trust because it can provide instructions for their trusted person (the trustee) to follow during their life if they are incapable of effectively managing their affairs and on their passing. With a revocable trust, the court does not need to be actively involved in supervising the trustee. This streamlines the process and reduces costs and fees substantially. Why? Because there is no fee due to the treasurer based on the value of your probate assets. Why? Because there are no probate assets. Should assets left to loved ones be left “in trust” or “free of trust”? What is the difference? Leaving assets to loved ones free of trust makes it so they inherit the assets but the assets they inherit will be subject to lawsuits, estate taxes, and loss to in-laws.
On the other hand, leaving assets to loved ones in trust can make it so the loved one can use the assets, can spend the assets, but if they get sued, the assets are protected. You see, if we insert a clause in the trust that directs the right a beneficiary has to the income or principal is not subject to lawsuits, then the assets will not be subject
to lawsuits. There are two exception creditors: the IRS, and if the person owes child support. Leaving assets in trust also allows you to direct that when your loved one passes, it stays in the family. For instance, mom leaves assets to son in trust for his benefit. During his life, son
is the trustee and the beneficiary. He can distribute to himself income and principal for his needs. On his passing, what is left goes to his kids. If they are under 30 at the time, their share can be held in trust for their education, etc. This kind of planning is very powerful and effective if you want to avoid unnecessary costs, problems, and make sure your assets stay in your blood line. Most informed people choose to use a revocable trust instead of a will and opt to leave assets to loved ones in trust instead of free of trust. Know that there are many considerations and every case is unique. The advice and counsel of a well experienced and qualified estate planning lawyer will go a long way to ensuring all your goals will be achieved. Mark F. Winn, J.D., Master of Laws (LL.M.) in estate planning, is a local asset protection, estate and elder law planning attorney. mwinnesq.com
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DRCI launches women’s business group A new women’s professional and networking group, under the auspices of the Don Ryan Center for Innovation, will launch Jan. 13, with its first monthly meeting from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom. The group, Networking Entrepreneurial Women (NEW) Masterminds of the Lowcountry, was created to provide professional women throughout the Lowcountry with an opportunity to network with other women professionals and have access to a wide range of business-building resources through both DRCI and a network of some of the area’s top women business leaders. NEW Masterminds of the Lowcountry will be led by two of the Lowcountry’s top advocates for women’s professional growth and local business leaders: Dr. Karen Mitchell and Lucy Rosen, who will provide participants with business-building insights as well as facilitate networking among members. Mitchell is an accomplished present-
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Technology has allowed many of us to continue living, learning, and working from home during a difficult time. You may find that your screen time has gone up, and while our screens have kept us connected, we must remember to incorporate healthy habits into our new routines. Here are three healthy habits to practice while using technology: 1. Limit Screen time. To the extent that we can, it is essential to limit our screen time. Our minds and eyes need breaks. So how do we know how much time we are spending looking at our screens? There are apps and software that track and report this activity. iPhones have a Screen Time setting that tracks your daily activity and allows you to set time limits for individual apps or limit communication with specific contacts. 2. Protect your eyes. Screen time can have adverse effects on your eyes. To protect your vision, set up good lighting, and consider purchasing blue light filtering glasses. These are non-prescription or prescription glasses that block the harmful blue light that screens emit. Not only will proper lighting and
visibility protect your eyes from any long-term damage, but it will increase comfort and help reduce headaches and blurry vision. 3. Practice good posture. While it is easy to put comfort first, we must practice good posture when spending long hours at a desk. Make sure you have a comfortable seat with good back support. If you are prone to back pain, use a lumbar support pillow on your chair. Suppose you are serious about fixing your posture. In that case, posture correctors are a small wearable device that sticks safely onto your upper back and notifies you via a vibration or an alert on the corresponding smartphone app when you are slouching. If you want to squeeze in exercise during a busy workday, some fitness enthusiasts use desk bikes and treadmills to move while they work. Smart exercise equipment comes with a mobile app to track activity and reach your goals. To make sure your computer and connected accessories perform at top speed, you’ll need the fastest internet in town. Make sure to ask your internet service provider if you are getting the right speed for your online activity. Michael Cole is the general manager of Hargray.
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HEALTH
Increasing your willpower can lead to healthy results By Ricca Callis CONTRIBUTOR
Improving your health often requires change, and for many, this change begins with setting goals. You fuel your capacity to meet your goals by drawing on your supply of willpower, much like a gas tank. If you think of willpower as a limited resource capable of being depleted, then it stands to reason that you can also replenish it. 1. Build on your strengths. Willpower can build on itself. Using willpower in one part of your life can help boost it in others. A study that found smokers who avoided sweets for two weeks were more successful at quitting smoking than those who performed tasks that didn’t require self-control. Daily activities such as exercise and food-logging can strengthen your capacity for self-control and willpower. Choose a daily activity that requires you to practice self-discipline. Then think about your stron-
gest attributes. If you build on your own strengths, resisting unhealthy impulses will become easier over time. 2. Find your motivation. One study found that people were able to exercise more self-control if they knew that their efforts would benefit others or earn money. For long-term success, focus on rewards, whether external or internal, that are meaningful to you, and foster a sense of enjoyment for the task at hand. What makes you want to get healthier? How can you make
your healthy habits more enjoyable? 3. Prepare for temptation. We often attribute our failure to resist temptation to an empty willpower tank. But if we know our tanks are low, we can minimize choices and decisions that are likely to deplete our willpower. If you’re heading to a party and trying to avoid alcohol, bring your own non-alcoholic drink. If you’re eating out at a restaurant, look up the menu ahead of time and preplan your meal. Ask the server for healthier modifications. By preparing ahead of time, the pressure of the moment won’t overtake your good intentions. 4. Set appropriate goals. Setting the right goals will help you create realistic and achievable expectations. Small, behavior-based (not outcome-based), ap-
proach-based (not avoid-based) goals help you stay committed and avoid frustration. Small changes, implemented one at a time, tend to have the highest success rate. Focus on one habit, one week at a time. Instead of trying to completely change your entire diet, focus on one aspect of it. If desserts are your weakness, set a goal to eat a bowl of fruit after dinner. This goal focuses your behavior on actions you can do, instead of the things you can’t. 5. Reframe the situation. The next time you feel you’ve exhausted your willpower, ask yourself how you can reframe what willpower means to you. If you’re having trouble making it to spin class, remind yourself that every time you work on a challenging task, you become more capable of succeeding elsewhere. What successes have you already achieved and how can those provide you fuel to meet your goals? Ricca Callis is a wellness coach at Beaufort Memorial LifeFit Wellness Center.
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HEALTH
COVID-19 vaccines, phases, protection: What you need to know By Karen Balerna CONTRIBUTOR
The FDA recently approved the emergency use authorization for two COVID-19 vaccines, one from Pfizer and the other from Moderna. What does “emergency use authorization,” or EUA, mean? An EUA can be issued during public health emergencies Karen Balerna once it has been determined it meets certain statutory criteria and when the “known and potential benefits outweigh the known and potential risks,” according to the FDA. During Phase 1 of the clinical trials, the vaccine is given to a small number of healthy participants at increasing doses to gain information on the immune response and safety of the vaccine. In Phase 2 trials, the vaccine is given to hundreds of people with differing health status and demographics, in varying dosages to find the lowest effective dose and to monitor for side effects. Phase 3 entails testing the vaccine on thousands of participants, who are representative of the population the vaccine will be used on, in randomized controlled studies. This final phase helps determine the effectiveness and safety of the vaccine, compared to a control group, who receive a placebo. An EUA can be given before Phase 3 of the trial is complete as long as data has been collected on adverse events for more than 3,000 participants representative of the general population, who have been followed for a median of two months after completion of the vaccine series. The FDA will continue to collect data by tracking adverse event submissions.
On Dec. 11, 2020, Pfizer was granted emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine on people who are 16 years of age and older. This vaccine is a two-part vaccine consisting of two shots given three weeks apart. It was determined to be 95% effective in preventing COVID-19 disease, but both doses are required for full protection. Just like any vaccine, protection is not immediate, as it takes your body time to produce an immune response. A person will not be considered fully vaccinated until two weeks after the second dose. This vaccine does not contain a live virus, so it cannot give you COVID-19. Some people have had some soreness at the injection site, fatigue, headache, fever, muscle or joint pain for a few days after receiving the vaccine, and these can occur after either the first or the second shot. Even if you experience these symptoms, it is important that you receive the second dose. This is just your body’s way of producing an immune response to the genetic material in the immunization. On Dec. 18, 2020, Moderna received its EUA from the FDA. The Moderna vaccine was authorized for use in people 18 years and older. It consists of two doses given four weeks apart. It has similar side effects to the Pfizer vaccine. It has been found to be 94.1% effective in preventing COVID-19 approximately two weeks after getting the second dose. Scientists are not sure what percentage of the population needs to be vaccinated in order to attain herd immunity; the more contagious the disease, the more people that will need to be vaccinated to achieve herd immunity. Even if you have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past, it is important to get the vaccine since it is unknown if, or for how long, protection lasts after testing positive. You should defer
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HEALTH
Mohs surgery appropriate for skin cancers in sensitive areas By Oswald Lightsey Mikell CONTRIBUTOR
Mohs micrographic surgery is used to treat skin cancer and is often cited as having the highest cure rate for the most common types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, especially for recurrent tumors and those in areas with higher recurrence rates. Q: What is Mohs surgery? A: Mohs micrographic surgery is a stateof-the-art procedure for skin cancer treatment. It’s both unique and precise in that, instead of removing the whole clinically visible tumor and a large area of normal-appearing skin around it, the Mohs surgeon removes the minimum amount of healthy tissue while totally removing the cancer. Thin layers of tissue are removed and examined under a microscope for malignant cells. When all areas of tissue are tumor-free, the surgery is complete. The concept is to
achieve cancer free margins by taking the least amount of normal skin. Q: How is it determined if one is a candidate for Mohs surgery? A: The Mohs technique is appropriate when the cancer is in a sensitive area where it is important to preserve healthy tissue for maximum functional and cosmetic results, such as the eyelid or the tip of the nose. In addition to effectively treating previously treated recurring cancer, Mohs also effectively treats cancer that is growing rapidly or uncontrollably.
Q: What is the success rate for Mohs? A: Mohs surgery has the highest success rate of all treatments for skin cancer – up to 99 percent. Q: Does Mohs surgery require a hospital stay? A: This procedure is done under local anesthesia, and nearly all patients can be managed on an outpatient basis. Local anesthesia is administered around the area of the tumor. Typically, the procedure starts early in the morning and can be completed the same day, depending on the extent of
the tumor and the amount or reconstruction necessary. Q: Is post-op follow-up required? A: Post-surgical check-ups are recommended in order to monitor the patient’s progress and spot any possible cancer recurrence in a timely manner. Since it is likely that two out of every five patients with one skin cancer will develop another within five years, follow-up is extremely important for early detection of any new lesions. Q: Do only specialists perform Mohs surgery? A: Yes, this procedure is performed by dermatologic surgeons who are experienced and trained in surgery and pathology of skin tumors, and often in reconstruction of defects from removal of skin tumors. Dr. Oswald Lightsey Mikell, a Mohs certified surgeon, is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, and is the owner of Dermatology Associates of the Lowcountry.
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VACCINES from page 40A getting the vaccine if you have a current infection of COVID-19 until acute symptoms and criteria for discontinuing isolation have been met. For people who have received monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma as treatment, vaccine should be deferred for 90 days to avoid interference of the treatment with a vaccine-induced reaction, since there is no data on efficacy of vaccine on these patients. There is not enough data on how effective the vaccines will be for immunocompromised people, as they might not have the ability to produce enough of an immune response to protect them from COVID-19. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the vaccine, you should not get it. It is important that you get both doses by the same manufacturer since studies have not been done on the safety and efficacy of mixing the vaccines. Given the limited information we have on these new vaccines and
whether immunized people can still spread the virus, vaccinated people should continue to follow CDC guidelines to protect themselves and others. The distribution plan for the vaccine in South Carolina can be found at scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccination. Karen Balerna, RN BSN BCPA is a board-certified patient advocate and owner of Nurse Advocate Partners, serving Beaufort County. KBalerna@NurseAdvocatePartners.com or NurseAdvocatePartners.com
CARING IS OUR BUSINESS! Welcome To Palmettos Assisted Living
Doug Mayer, our Director of Marketing, takes time to answer some frequent questions: What does the admission process look like for residents during this time? If your loved one needs to move into our assisted living facility from home, it is a very easy process First, I will send you the apartment floor plans with pricing to review. Once you select a floor plan, we start completing the admission paperwork. One of our nurses will come visit your loved one to complete the onsite evaluation. If move in day occurs while visitor restrictions are still in place, we will coordinate moving your furnishings into your apartment at no charge.
What precautions are being taken to appropriately protect your residents on campus? • Assisted Living team members trained in universal and isolation precautions • Frequent cleaning and disinfectant always.
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Overcoming fears of the dentist makes for a healthy smile
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The number one thing that keeps half of the population in the entire country from going to the dentist is fear. Usually based on childhood experiences, the fear is very real and needs to be acknowledged. I would say that in the past 20 years, most dentists are aware of this, and take the steps necessary to make their patients as comfortable as possible. For the extremely fearful, Conscious Sedation is the number one choice between doctors and their patients. Once a diagnosis has been made and the treatment plan accepted, any treatment that needs to be done is performed in one visit. I.V. sedation is more potent than relying on taking oral medications. Special training is needed for both, and both will do the job. The patient is never at risk by being totally “asleep” as with general anesthesia given in the hospital during some surgeries. The effect of this sedation in the dental office is milder and it has an amnesic quality. The patient cannot recall what was done during their treatment visit. Just about everyone has heard of laugh-
ing gas. The use of inhalation of nitrous oxide and oxygen also has a calming effect. The added benefit is that any effect can be immediately reversed by cessation of the nitrous oxide. The trick is to find the proper level for each patient. The second cause of fear is the money. When you think about it, we all have a life-long need for things. We need clothes, housing, transportation and teeth. The only thing that is different about these life-long needs, is that most people do not have a budget for their dentistry. It has been said that dentistry is not expensive, neglect is. For those in the latter category, long-term financing is available after using any dental insurance. For the elderly, their activity drops and many engage in only two things: eating and talking. Both require teeth. The third fear is time. Usually this can be accommodated for any situation. Regardless of which fear is keeping you from going to the dentist, just know you are not alone. There is help to get you past your fear. Having a worry-free healthy oral condition is a wonderful thing, and can be made available to everyone. James G. Jenkins, D.M.D. is the owner of Bluffton Dental Care in Bluffton.
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WELLNESS
Various treatments available for wrinkles, double chins By E. Ronald Finger CONTRIBUTOR
1. Can I do anything about the lines around my mouth? The treatment depends upon how bad the wrinkles are and how much time one has for recovery. The simplest treatment that can be done at the same time as the consultation would be “fillers” and a very small amount of either Botox or Dysport to weaken the muscles causing the wrinkles. No recovery time is needed. These treatments are reserved for mild-to-moderate wrinkles. For more advanced “barcode” wrinkles, the best treatment is the Deca laser using the advanced settings. This can virtually eliminate the wrinkles, but there is recovery time needed due to swelling and pinkness. The pinkness can last for several weeks, but can be covered with makeup after the first week. Sun blocks must be used until the pinkness is gone.
These before and after photos show the difference a year can make in a patient who received liposuction and Renuvion of her neck.
2. What can be done about a double chin? Double chins can be from excess fat, aging or sun damage to the neck, and in some cases due to lack of prominence of the chin. As expected, the type of treatments needed are based on the underlying problem(s). If the neck problem is only excess fat, often genetic, the treatment requires liposuction. If it’s expected that liposuction will leave loose skin, then Renuvion done at the same time will tighten the skin. The Renuvion probe shrinks collagen
and skin with instant intense heat, like micro-bolts of lightning. This can be used to tighten skin virtually anywhere. For severely wrinkled neck skin a proper laser can do an excellent job. This is often combined with the Renuvion. These can be done under local anesthesia as are all of the above-mentioned procedures. If the patient has microgenia (small chin), correction can be done with long-acting fillers or a chin implant. The benefit is immediate, making the neck-jaw ratio more
normal and also tightening the neck. It is often used with other procedures, and can make a dramatic improvement, particularly in one’s profile. Last, of course, is a face-and-neck lift. When both face and neck sag beyond what can be treated with non- or minimal-surgery techniques, then surgical options are needed for the best result. This requires general anesthesia, and the recovery time can be two to three weeks. There are different degrees of facelifts, geared toward the individual’s problems, and what they see as their main goals. Since a major part of sagging of the face is from loss of volume, most facelifts do involve some volume enhancer, usually fat grafts (fat transfer) or fillers. Properly done, facelifts should make the patients look younger and better, but not different (too pulled, or looking “face-lifted”). E. Ronald Finger, MD, FACS is a board certified plastic surgeon with offices in Savannah and Bluffton. fingerandassociates.com
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Achieving goals relies on attainability, flexibility
By Holly Wright CONTRIBUTOR
2020 has come to an end, and most of us have started thinking about goal-setting. Maybe some of us have already felt that we have failed our goals and have abandoned them altogether. Right before Christmas, my husband and I took a retreat to plan what we would like to see happen in 2021. We made attainable year-long goals in different categories. We broke them up into how we would start to achieve each goal during the first quarter of the year. We then further outlined what needed to be completed each week, and if applicable, what must be done daily. We did not stop there, because we needed a way to clarify and track the process toward our goals. We made a weekly meeting time where we know we will not be interrupted, and we committed to making it our top priority. During the meeting, we will review how successful we were during the prior week, where things got in the way, and how we will adjust to a new weekly plan to stay on track. The most important part of goal-setting is that the goal is achievable and realistic, especially keeping in mind the restrictions of your schedule. If you only have five minutes of time in your week to spend towards achieving your goal, make sure your goal reflects this. There is nothing more defeating than the sense that we cannot achieve our goals, but that is simply not true. It is all in how you
create your goals. If your goal is weight loss, and you want to lose 20 pounds this year, you will feel defeated on Jan. 30 if you lost only 1.5 pounds. If you look at that 20 pounds to lose this year on a monthly goal of 1.5 pounds, you will feel accomplishment and success. That is why it is important that you can track your goal, and break it up into smaller fragments to show if you are making daily or weekly progress. Adjusting the approach instead of abandoning your goal is essential. You may not know how to map out your goal initially, but if you are willing to adjust as you go, then you will be able to reach your goal. It is only a failure if you give up. Reframe your failures. Think about failures as a chance to find a different way to approach a situation. Then they will be learning opportunities, not failures. Edison said it best when he said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” To attain your goal successfully, you will have small failures, but when you persevere through your failures you will be successful. Have fun dreaming what you can accomplish in 2021, create your plan, and then act. If you stumble, look at how you are trying to achieve your goal and adjust your approach, but above all else do not give up. Holly Wright of Bluffton is a Reiki Master, reflexologist, NASM certified personal fitness trainer, and co-owner of Trinity TheraSpa in Moss Creek Village. trinitytheraspa.com
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PETS
New Year, new puppy: January is training month By Abby Bird CONTRIBUTOR
Each year, I write about the holidays being the time of year in which many families purchase or adopt dogs. It is a difficult time to establish routine, since these new family members have been added during the holiday break. Families can generally spend plenty of time with the new dog, but the routine during this season is not the normal one and the return to a regular routine can be difficult. As a private dog trainer and behavioral consultant, January is often my busiest time. The coming quieter times gives owners a chance to embark on training necessary to teach the dog how to become an acceptable pet and acclimate to an everyday routine. Dogs are creatures of habit and do not like change. For those with new puppies, the most
important things to do within their first months are potty training, eliminating nipping and biting, redirecting chewing to positive items, good manners (including not jumping), introduction to their world, proper greetings with children and adults, and socialization with dogs. A pup trains easily with treats, toys, play, praise and touch rewards. Leadership skills demonstrated by the owner are critical so the puppy learns to respect as well as love you. For the human, knowing what to do and what NOT to do, so that mixed signals are not sent to your dog, might make the difference between a healthy relationship and one that is fraught with difficulties. Most owners have had dogs before, but somehow memories of puppyhood are very short, and we don’t remember doing all this work. Basic obedience should begin early and include Sit, Stay, Come (the most important safety command), Down,
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patient! Lifestyle and family type play an important role. Are you home during the day? Do you have young children? How much time can you devote to the dog? How long will the dog be alone? Do you have other pets? Are you expecting a baby? Will your dog be exposed to men, women and children? If the dog is a rescue, are you aware of any history? Are you prepared to be patient with any behavioral issues? Personally, I look forward to January. Meeting new people and dogs that will become part of my life, as I become part of theirs, is extremely rewarding as it is challenging. Giving a family confidence that their new dog will indeed become the dog they want, with work and patience, is the best reward. Abby Bird is owner of Alphadog Training Academy. alphadogtrainingacademy@ gmail.com
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PETS
Rescue kitten weighing less than one pound finds hope, healing By Lindsay Perry CONTRIBUTOR
X-Force might be a tiny kitten, but make no mistake, this little guy was born with an enormous amount of strength and courage. Hence his name, bestowed upon him as an ode to a particularly powerful team of superheroes in Marvel Comics. A good Samaritan brought X-Force to Palmetto Animal League after finding him injured on the side of the road, his bottom jaw completely exposed down to the bone. We’ll never know how this kitten sustained such a gruesome injury, but we do know he survived thanks to the caring person who brought him to PAL. His weight when he arrived was less than a pound. “When he first came home with me, X-Force didn’t play and he had trouble eating,” recalls the kitten’s
foster mom Starla Wicks. “I fed him wet food at least three times a day and washed his little mouth after each feeding so his wound would not get infected.” Shortly after arriving at PAL, X-Force underwent surgery to repair his mangled mouth, and his recovery was nothing short of epic. “After surgery, you’d hardly know he had an injury at all,” said Wicks. “He has a healthy appetite and eats dry food with no problem. He’s a wild man at play who rarely stops for cat naps.” Even while facing the darkest of circumstances, X-Force had a cosmic will to live. Thanks to the compassionate people who support PAL’s rescue efforts, he found healing following surgery, and now he is thriving at home with Wicks, who decided to adopt the little kitten, making him her own.
Sadly, X-Force is just one of many pets at PAL in need of urgent, costly medical care. “The medical cases we have encountered this year at PAL are among the worst we’ve ever seen,” says PAL President Amy Campanini. “In late spring, kittens started coming in with
an infectious eye disease, requiring intensive specialized care. Some of the kittens made a full recovery, some were left partially blind, and others lost their sight altogether.” These most helpless, vulnerable beings come to PAL looking for compassion. Thanks to support from kind-hearted people like you, when animals show up in a pitiful shape, we can act quickly to save them before it’s too late. Extend a lifeline to innocent pets in need of healing by making a gift to PAL’s Urgent Medical Fund at palmettoanimalleague.org/donations/urgentmedicalfund. No gift is too small. Together, we can save lives. Together, we can give more pets like X-Force a second chance at life. Lindsay Perry is the marketing coordinator for Palmetto Animal League. PalmettoAnimalLeague.org
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GIVING
2021 brings changes to the Community Foundation By Jean Heyduck CONTRIBUTOR
On Jan. 1, Scott Wierman joined the Community Foundation as our president and CEO. As an introduction, we’re sharing his responses to a recent Q & A session we conducted in late November as he was packing up his house in Winston-Salem to move to the Lowcountry. Scott Wierman Q: What do you enjoy most about working for a community foundation? A: I enjoy the breadth of the work. Strong community foundations can be engaged in numerous areas of civic life, with an eye toward improving the quality of life for its residents. Connecting charitable people with causes that matter makes the
work invigorating and rewarding. Q: What is the greatest value a community foundation brings to the community? A: Bringing together a coalition of groups to address local challenges and opportunities is the “sweet spot” for community foundations. Seldom is the foundation the expert on any specific issue, but its perspective and networks can help advance conversations and move them toward positive action. Q: Share the most meaningful story you have from your community foundation work. A: In 1990, a homeless man called to ask about the process of establishing a scholarship fund. Obviously, I had some questions about the appropriateness of accepting money from a person who didn’t have safe housing. He showed up to our offices with all his belongings and a check for $45,000. I shared my discomfort with accepting such
a large gift when he had other personal needs. He explained that the money was from his mother’s estate, that she had been a career teacher, and that he needed to do something positive with “her” money. We established the scholarship that day; since then dozens of students have benefited from his generosity. I was curious as to how he had found out about the foundation and our scholarship program. He laughed and shared that many years earlier he had applied for a foundation scholarship and had been declined, which he said was the right decision, so he knew that the foundation would make the best decisions for his mom’s fund. We remained in touch for many years until his passing. He carried my business card in his wallet and I carry his lesson of generosity with me to this day. Q: What is the accomplishment you’re most proud of? A: Other than my family (wife Lauren
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and our three grown children and their spouses), I am most proud of my work in growing relationships with hundreds of people who chose to work with The Winston-Salem Foundation. Growing relationships with nonprofits, civic leaders, and donors in order to collaborate on community issues allowed our community to become a better place to live. Q: When you’re not working, what do you do to relax and have fun? A: I enjoy cycling and look forward to the flat bike paths across the island! Q: Dogs or cats? A: We have one dog, a 10-year-old rescue named Sadie. Q: Sunrises or sunsets? A: I am an early riser so I’ll go with sunrises; I like the potential each new day brings. Jean Heyduck is the vice president for marketing and communications for Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
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Featured Pet
Makita came to Palmetto Animal League after she lost her favorite person. She had been found at a construction plant as a small kitten and had never known the life of a shelter cat. She loves everyone she meets and really enjoys having her belly rubbed. She is incredibly sweet and needs to find her next home to start a new chapter of her life. Makita is 4 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped. To meet her, call the adoption center at 843-645-1725 or email info@palmettoanimalleague.org.
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FAITH
Enter the New Year with intent to build solid relationships By Juan C. Rivera CONTRIBUTOR
A great New Year’s Resolution is to make the commitment to faithfully attend a house of worship at least twice a month. There is simply something magical about going to a synagogue or church where the people’s spirits are lifted up by means of singing, meaningful sermons and seeing the people who love us – even if we must practice social distancing. One of the reasons some people stop visiting houses of worship is because some of the relationships that are formed are as shallow as the professional ones that we usually have at work. When one “attends” services without forming transparently meaningful relationships, sometimes it’s just better to stay home and listen to our favorite rabbi or pastor in our comfy pajamas! The reason folks are generally afraid of forming meaningful relationships in houses of
worship is because of the fear of disappointments. Since we’re afraid of getting “stabbed in the back” by those who are supposed to be part of our faith-family, we oftentimes choose to be nice, yet distanced with those who share our pews. The key to enjoying meaningful relationships of faith is to learn how to properly classify the relationships that we experience. A relational disappointment usually happens when the expectations we projected upon certain people become unfruitful. We need houses of prayer! With all the new challenges that our society is facing, we desperately need synagogues and churches that are filled with people who foster nurturing relationships that are foundational to a healthy society. The four basic relationships found in any society or social group can be categorized as: 1. Family; 2. Friends; 3. Fans; 4. Foes. Family is a type of relationship that is based on affection and duty. Anyone can be a friend, but not everyone can be family. This type of
relationship requires love expressed by reciprocal commitment. Kindness and forgiveness are key aspects of this relationship. Even when we fail to fulfill certain expectations, we are willing to work with family members when considering the history, the affection and the commitment that identify its members. Friendship is a type of relationship that is transactional in nature. No one actually “loses touch” with a friend; we simply lose interest in some friendships because that relationship no longer has the value that it once did. Friendships are based on partnerships that are need-based. For instance, a person needs a listener, another needs a talker. Both partner amicably via shared interests and exchange what they bring for what they need. Commitment to the friendship depends on its transactional effectivity. Fans are relationships that look like friendships, but that are dependent on projections, pedestals and entertainment. These are the
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type of folks that greet and hang around you when things are going well, but the moment you fall from their pedestal or you shatter their projections, they will shun, criticize, ridicule and consider you unworthy of their admiration. Foes are relationships that are based on hatred, resentment and competition. A foe will always desire your demise, even if he or she is amicable. They are sometimes aggressive or passive, depending on time, place, interest or circumstance. The greatest foe is the one who calls you “friend.” The good news is that once we learn how to recognize the relationships that surround us, we not only can avoid relational disappointments, we can foster transparently meaningful relationships that we need in order to live happy and prosperous lives. Happy New Year! Rev. Juan C. Rivera of Bluffton is a Latino missions consultant and counseling therapist for Jamison Consultants.
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BRIDGE
Preferred leads in bridge against a No Trump contract By Kathie Walsh
matter if you win tricks early or later in the hand, only that you win as many tricks as possible. In No Trump, you frequently win tricks later in the deal with little cards in long suits, but you must do your work early to have this happen.
When you are leading against a No Trump contract, selecting the right opening lead offers you a chance to set the opponents’ contract. When partner opens or overcalls, it’s usually best to lead his bid suit. If you have a singleton or doubleton in partner’s suit, of course, lead it. You lead the top card of the doubleton to let partner know you have only two cards in that suit. If you have two or more touching honors in partner’s suit, lead the top of the touching honors (queen from QJ4, for example). If you do not have a singleton or doubleton, use BOSTON (“bottom of something, top of nothing”). A favorite lead of most players is the top of a three-card sequence: A from AKQx, K from KQJx, Q from QJTx. These are perfect sequences. Next to a perfect sequence comes a broken sequence: K from KQTx, Q from QJ9x.
Then we have the internal sequence lead: J from AJTx or Queen from AQJx or T from KJT9x, for example. One of the first rules that most players learn is to lead fourth from your longest and strongest suit; that is, if you have K9875 in a suit, lead the 7. Often this lead will allow
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you to set up low cards in your suit. No trump is a race! The defenders are trying to make tricks for their side while the declarer tries to develop the tricks to make the contract. The defenders have an edge because they get to lead first. Make sure you choose your opening lead wisely. It doesn’t
Suppose partner bid hearts and you are on lead against a 3NT contract. Which card would you lead? 1. 92 2. JT3 3. K76 Partner does not bid; what would you lead against a 3NT contract? 4. KJT43 5. KQT54 6. KQ654 Kathie Walsh, accredited by ABTA, teaches all levels of bridge at Hilton Head Island Bridge Club. kbwalsh@roadrunner.com Answers: 1. 9 2. J 3. 4. J 5. K 6. 5
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BOOK REVIEW
Gritty perseverance is the theme in Hannah’s latest work By Glenda Harris CONTRIBUTOR
“The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah is an epic tale of historical fiction by the author of “The Nightingale” and “The Great Alone.” Hannah’s latest work takes place during the Dust Bowl era of the Great Depression in the 1930s. Relentless dust storms and drought occurred over an 8-year period, devastating farming in the Southern Plains. At 448 pages, it is not a quick read but certainly it is not a slow read either, as there is consistent pacing and action in the story-telling. Elsa Wolcott, the lead character, became ill with rheumatic fever at age 14, and although she recovered, her parents and siblings continued to treat her as if she were still sick, denying her opportunities for education, work, and even any prospect of marriage. With no apparent hope of making her own way in life, she faced a future of sameness: living alone or with her parents as
a spinster. She loved to read, and dreamt of romance, marriage and a home of her own. She especially dreamt of someone actually “seeing” her, valuing her, loving her. When the drought and dust storms began to ravage the farmland in the Southern Plains, rendering the soil unsuitable for growing anything, the rugged, resilient farming families worked harder, prayed harder and firmly believed they would get through tough times. They always had. Every day they woke up and hoped for rain, but it did not come. Ultimately, with little food for people or livestock, thousands were forced to pack up and leave their homes, taking with them only the essentials. They headed west to California, with hope and optimism, facing hostility and grim prospects during the long, difficult journey. As people found ways to survive, they formed friendships, cared for each other, and somehow had the strength and courage to stand up for themselves against business-
about American history, and the stories of amazingly strong people who wanted to make a living off the land and feed their family. Fans of historical fiction, family drama, adventure and hardship will become absorbed in the travails of “The Four Winds.” The evolution of Elsa and the woman she becomes is the most compelling and satisfying element of this story. Readers will not be disappointed by her tale of gritty perseverance and kindness in the worst possible conditions imaginable. Kristin Hannah is the author of 24 novels including “The Nightingale,” which has been adapted for the big screen for a Christmas 2021 release. “The Four Winds” will be released Feb. 2, 2021, and available at independent book stores listed on bookshop.org as well as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. es taking advantage of their desperation and destitution. This book is an interesting way to learn
Glenda Harris is a freelance writer, book reviewer and creator of the The Book Vault, an online ladies-only book club.
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Week of silence at Mepkin Abbey leads to mindfulness By J Lanning Smith CONTRIBUTOR
It was out of curiosity that I decided to spend five days living in silence among 16 Trappist monks at Mepkin Abbey in Monck’s Corner, about 30 miles north of Charleston. But once there, I found wisdom, inner peace, mindfulness, stillness and inner growth. I found a beautiful camaraderie among the monks who live there. There was lovely music sung throughout the day in the church. There was an atmosphere of brotherly love, of forgiveness, kindness and gentleness. Absent from life at Mepkin Abbey were the every-day concerns of politics, traffic, noise, social media and other things we long to sometimes get away from, even if for just a little while. Unlike other Catholic orders, such as the Dominicans and the Jesuits, Trappist monks do not focus on outreach. Also, unlike other orders, they take a vow of silence – and those of us doing a retreat there are expected to observe that as well.
The Trappist monks at Mepkin Abbey in Monck’s Corner.
Trappist monks live a truly monastic lifestyle focused on prayer, contemplation and work. Their work does lead them to the outside world in a limited way. If you’ve eaten in any of Charleston’s finer restaurants, it’s likely that you might have eaten mushrooms grown by the monks at Mepkin Abbey. Getting to the Abbey took me down multiple farm roads far out in the country. The longer I drove, the less evidence of humanity I saw. Once entering the gates, I immediately sensed a quietness that I had not quite
sensed before. It was as if the world had stopped. And in fact, it did essentially stop for the next five days. There was a short orientation upon arrival. We were given a schedule for Mass, prayer services and meals. Each of us 16 retreatants had the option to participate in all or none of it. Retreatants came from up and down the east coast, and most had been to Mepkin before, some multiple times. The lifestyle did take some getting used to at first. Day one was difficult, as I began to
wonder how I was going to fill all my time. I conquered that by perusing the Abbey’s vast library for books to help me with spiritual growth. Then I found a bench outdoors overlooking the river, where I spent considerable time reading and contemplating and enjoying the natural surroundings. Meals could be awkward, too. I don’t think I ever did get used to eating with others but not having a conversation with them. The day came to leave, and I didn’t want to go. In fact, I asked about extending my stay, but the Abbey’s retreat center was booked. That’s usually the case. It’s so popular that they now limit the number of visits per person to three per year. Re-entering the “real world” was shockingly chaotic. Once I hit Monck’s Corner and the traffic had picked up, I knew that I was back, already longing for the life I had just left behind. Mepkin Abbey is a special kind of place. J Lanning Smith is a local writer and photographer.
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NATURE
Photography hobby can lead to exploring, appreciating wildlife By Sophia Schade CONTRIBUTOR
Looking back, I never envisioned being fortunate to find a new hobby in photography, one that I love. When my husband Dennis Schade, and I retired to the Lowcountry six years ago, I truly didn’t know how beautiful an oasis was our new home. I have discovered many places to practice my new hobby, and one of my favorite is Donnelley Wildlife Management Area near Green Pond, in Colleton County. It is truly magical. At different times of the year, a variety of wildlife and wildflowers are abundant. Their website describes this beautiful place well: “The unique property is a cross-section of the Lowcountry, and encompasses a diversity of wetland and upland habitats including: managed rice fields, forested wetland, tidal marsh, agricultural lands, and a variety of upland types, including a natural stand of longleaf pine. The driving tour of the area provides excellent wildlife viewing opportunities for those who are mobility impaired.” The reason I like to go during the winter months is that this area is a haven for migratory wildlife like the White Pelican. I find that the prime time to go is in the early morning hours. The photos on this page were taken Dec. 12 around 10:30 a.m. Pre-sunrises are spectacular as you enter the property. About one-quarter mile past the gates, you can see an incredible reflection on the small causeway. Be on the lookout for bald eagles, Peregrine falcons, Cooper’s hawks and red-tailed hawks. This is a favorite spot for raptors. You might want to park before reaching this spot and walk to the area. This is also a great place to stop before you leave. Following the tour signs will bring you to the main house. Make a right and you will be at the famous area of “the tree.” This is where you will find spoonbills, herons, cormorants, white pelicans, seagulls, terns, ibis, grebes, blue-winged teal ducks, little blue herons, egrets, and more.
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Two White Pelicans fight over fish for lunch. The photographer writes: “I stepped down in the hole by the rice field and set the camera on the top rail. I had to lie down so I was almost eye level with them. I could not believe how close they came to me. It was a magical moment. There was a school of fish, so they all got fed very well.”
One of the largest of North American birds, the American White Pelican breeds in interior North America, and migrates south and east during the winter months. This pelican was in the midst of his fish dinner.
Don’t forget to take some landscaping photos. The colors are wonderful this time of the year. If you decide to make the trip to Donnelley, first check the website for hours, as they change seasonally.
A wading bird, the Roseate Spoonbill is common in coastal Florida and Texas and has been seen regularly in Southeast coastal areas.
When you go, it’s a good idea to bring your lunch, bug spray, and water. Also, consider making your plan so you can visit neighboring Bear Island Wildlife Management Area too. Drive to the end of the island so you can photograph the
shrimp boats and, during the fall season, the hunters coming off the river. And don’t forget your camera! Sophia Schade is an award-winning photographer and resident of Sun City Hilton Head.
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SAFETY
Stay warm and safe using proper heating options By Cinda Seamon CONTRIBUTOR
There are a few options to keeping warm this winter. Just make sure you are familiar with the manufacturer’s instructions and use these items safely. Propane and kerosene heaters. Inspect the exhaust parts for carbon monoxide buildup, and be sure the heater has an emergency shut off in case the heater tips over. Make sure the room the heater is in has plenty of ventilation. Burning fuel such as kerosene or propane can produce deadly fumes. Keep kerosene or other flammable liquids stored in approved metal containers outside of the house. Wood stoves. Be sure the wood stove is installed properly. It should be 3 feet from combustible surfaces and have proper floor support. The stove should be burned hot twice a day for 15 to 30 minutes to reduce the chance of a chimney fire. Do not use flammable liquids to start or accelerate any
fire. Electric space heaters. The use of space heaters or portable heaters is growing because they are economical and easy to use. Although portable heaters are designed to be safe, if used improperly they may cause fires, burns, explosions or electric shock. Space heaters should be at least 3 feet
from furniture, walls, bedding, etc., and never leave a heater unattended. Look for a listing by a testing lab to ensure certain safety standards. Look for space heaters that have automatic turn-off switches should the heater get too hot, and that will also turn off the heater if it tips over.
Don’t use your heater as a dryer. Keep clothing and other combustibles away. Fireplaces. Choose the right fuel. Hardwood such as oak and hickory burn cleaner than softwood (pine, cedar, etc.). Never burn wrapping paper or glossy magazine paper that can cause an explosion. Keep your fireplace in good condition. Have your chimney inspected for cracking or deterioration. Repair any loose mortar or bricks. Clear the area around the hearth. Always keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace opening. Never overload the fireplace with too many logs; stack the logs at the rear of the fireplace when building a fire. Never close your damper until you know the fire is out. A closed damper will help the fire to heat up again if there are hot ashes and will force toxic carbon monoxide into the house. Cinda Seamon is the fire and life safety educator for Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue.
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SPORTS
Keeping an exercise resolution is easier with smart planning it closed this summer, I adjusted for 3 ½ months to my smaller apartment complex pool by decreasing duration (300 to 500 yards), but increasing frequency (five to six mornings a week) to complete my swimming with a less intense focus on stroke improvement before others arrived. For 2021, please do plan to improve your fitness, but keep your resolutions realistic so that you can become more fit and healthy here in this wonderful town for exercise.
By Bob Colyer CONTRIBUTOR
It’s New Year’s Resolutions time again, which calls for my annual reminder about your fitness plans. The busiest exercise days of the year are Jan. 1 to 7. After that, most folks realize that they have already broken their resolution of exercising every day or are too sore to continue at the level they started. So it’s time to remind you how to plan sensibly to become more fit in 2021. Do what you can do: It doesn’t matter where you start, just that you do start. Keep it simple. Even a short walk around the block may be too much. But do something. Regularity: This is the key. Find a good time to do whatever you start. No one can keep to an everyday schedule, but most of us can manage to be faithful to three days a week. Graduality: Once you have become regular, you can begin to think about gradually increasing one of three factors you control
to make a difference: duration, intensity, and frequency. I suggest that you start with duration, keeping to whatever you can do, but just doing it a little longer. Later, you can do it a little faster or stronger (intensity); leave the frequency about the same. But again, be gradual. Are you someone who feels guilty about not doing the most you can or not doing it as often as possible? Please realize that conditioning (i.e, fitness) is not what you
do to your body, but how your body reacts to what you do. Just as the body adapts to an inoculation by developing antibodies to fight the stress of a disease, your body needs recovery time to adjust to the level of exercise stress put upon it. At my age, I need a day between workouts to recover. Thus, when the Bluffton pool is open, I swim with parameters of three days a week and 1,000 yards. What I vary most for fitness is intensity. When
Dr. Bob Colyer of Bluffton is an actively retired college professor, coach and author of “Swim Better: A Guide to Greater Efficiency for Swimmers & Instructors,” directed primarily to non-competitors. bobcolyer@yahoo.com Dr. Bob Colyer of Bluffton is an actively retired college professor/coach who has written SWIM BETTER: A Guide to Greater Efficiency for Swimmers & Instructors, directed primarily to non-competitors. bobcolyer@yahoo.com
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SPORTS
Even in winter, tennis can be enjoyed in the Lowcountry By Lou Marino CONTRIBUTOR
Our weather here in the Lowcountry is generally mild, even in December. It’s hard to imagine winter is truly coming. But, it is! We’re heading into the holiday season with typically cooler temperatures. So, if your Christmas wish list includes some tennis gear that you’ll be excited to get out there and enjoy, it’s a good idea to think about making some adjustments to keep the cold weather from affecting your tennis game. Since you can’t readily play indoors (like some of us did when we lived up north), here are some suggestions for playing tennis in the cooler, outdoor conditions of our Lowcountry winter. • Layer up: Playing in 40 degrees compared to 90 degrees is a big change, and you’ll have to dress accordingly. Wearing thin layers, removing them as you warm up and putting them back on as needed will
help better control your body’s heat. It is key in keeping you from getting chilled and maybe catching cold. • Hats, gloves, socks and sunglasses: Since the majority of body heat is lost from your head, wearing a hat is a no-brainer. It serves double duty in the winter since the sun is still a factor. UV rays don’t ever stop. Keeping your hands and feet warm will also increase your ability to play in the cold. Even if you think wearing a glove on your
dominant hand won’t work for you, it’s surprising how warm you feel by wearing one on your “off” hand. As for socks, try wearing a thin cotton pair under your regular tennis socks. This not only promotes warmth, it’ll keep you from the possibility of getting blisters. Sunglasses are as important to wear in the winter as they are in the summer. Although the sun isn’t as hot, the UV rays and glare still have an effect, and it’s not a good one
over the long term. • Stretch before and after you play: When it’s cold outside, your muscles will take longer to loosen up. To prevent strains, pulls and tears, take a few minutes to stretch before you start play and again when you finish. Also, take your time when warming up – 5 to 10 minutes longer than you usually would, to be on the safe side. • Hydrate: Even though it’s cooler out, your body’s need for water and hydration is still there. In fact, you might not sweat as much, but keeping your system flushed is just healthy, plain and simple. With these suggestions in mind, I hope you have a happy and healthy holiday season, and are ready to enjoy the winter tennis season! Lou Marino is a USPTA Cardio and youth tennis coach who lives, teaches and provides custom-hybrid racquet service in the Bluffton-Hilton Head Island area. lwmarino@ hotmail.com
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Set your personal realistic golf goals in 2021 By Jean Harris CONTRIBUTOR
Looking back on 2020 we probably set goals that we were unable to achieve due to the pandemic. I am convinced that 2021 is going to be a rebound year where we can set goals and be able to achieve them. In order to set golf goals that can be reached you will have to be organized. These goals need to be achievable, believable and measurable. Sit down with a journal and write down three golf goals you would like to achieve this year. Use this journal to keep track of your progress. Making your goals achievable means you will be able to reach them. First of all, the goal must be realistic given your ability and physical conditioning. I can’t have a goal of hitting a driver 300 yards since it is not achievable for this senior lady. A goal of adding 10 yards to my drives is achievable. In order to achieve goals in golf, you must be realistic and cannot expect perfection.
achieve in a certain amount of time. Pick dates that you want to have as intermediate goals. If the goal is measurable, you will know when you have reached it. If the goal cannot be reached in a certain time frame you will get disillusioned. Because it is critical FLO MASCIADRELLI to achieve the goals you set, make no more Dr. Jean Harris has some fun while also being serious about her golf than three goals at a goals for 2021. time. Having too many Expect success, but accept playability. goals will make it difficult for you to focus The goal must be believable to you. If during your practice sessions. you say that you are going to break 80 by Below are Dr. Jean’s golf goals for 2021: this summer and you’re still shooting in the Fitness goal: I will increase my flexibility, 100’s, you probably won’t believe you can strength, and cardiovascular endurance by reach this goal. July 1. I will continue to do stretches each Finally, your golf goal must be measurable morning. I will measure my strength by inand written down. Pick a number you can creasing weights on machines at the fitness
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center. I will increase my cardiovascular fitness by fitness walking on the treadmill four times a week at 4.4 mph for at least 30 minutes. Golf swing goal: I will fix my swing path (more shallow and inside out). My hips need to stay back and rotate instead of me standing up at impact. I have been on trackman to look at my swing and plan to look at it again on July 1. Golf score goal: I will hit 75% of all greens from 100 yards in by July 1. I will keep track of this in every round I play on my score card. In order to reach this goal I will hit 50 100-yard-and-in shots on the driving range three times a week for the next six months. When I achieve this goal I expect to reduce my score by at least two shots per 18-hole round. Dr. Jean Harris is an LPGA Master Professional and teaches at local courses. jean. golfdoctor.harris@gmail.com; golfdoctorjean.com
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There are any number of opportunities and resources to obtain a mortgage on a new home purchase. You can go to online resources, you can work with your local bank back at home, and you could also work with a local lender here in the Hilton Head-Bluffton area. There are many benefits to using a local mortgage lender for buying a property here in the Lowcountry. The main up-side is that these professionals live and work within our community. They know what they’re lending on. They can go touch and feel the property. They’ve worked with the local appraisers. They have had experience and interaction with all the other service providers, such as the real estate attorneys and insurance professionals. There are a lot of connections that help make that process smoother than if you worked with an online lender, for example. Even a great lender that you know from back home who might be your favorite banker – and says that he or she can write the loan in South Carolina – can do so, but they don’t have the same connections. They might not have the know-how about this area. They may not have the experience in order to
make the process smooth. Obtaining a new loan can be fraught with an opportunity for some challenges. As much as we may wish, there’s no waving a magic wand to make it all happen. We all know that there’s a process of getting paperwork in, documentation, waiting periods, questions to be answered, and many times last-minute issues. The underwriting process, the loan origination process can all take some time. You can smooth out the process by working with a local lender that has seen those challenges. Someone who knows and understands the ins and outs including gated communities, the property location, POA fees, regime fees, etc., is going to help the process tremendously. If, and as, you need someone to talk to locally for that consideration, your real estate agent should have a list of their favorite lenders with whom they have good working experience. When it comes to having a pleasant real estate experience, building an excellent team that is going to work on your behalf throughout the transaction is essential. Chip Collins is the broker-owner of Collins Group Realty chip@collinsgrouprealty. com or collinsgrouprealty.com
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Nominate charities for Collins Group home sale donation Nominations are open for local nonprofits to be considered for a donation through Collins Group Realty’s second annual 200th Home Sale for Charity. In 2020, more than 3,600 nominations were submitted for more than 100 local 501(c)(3) organizations. The real estate company donated $10,000 to two winning charities when it reached its 200th sale for the year. Lovable Paws Rescue received the most votes and a check for $9,000 in August. A lottery drawing for a $1,000 donation, including all nominated charities, went to the Children’s Relief Fund. “We were thrilled with the participation from the community in the 2020 giveaway and so honored to support and connect with such a vital charitable organization that we have decided to increase the number from two winners to five winners in 2021,” said Chip
Collins, owner and broker-in-charge of Collins Group Realty. The real estate group is requesting nominations for Hilton Head Island and Bluffton area 501(c)(3) charities, now through March 31, via its website, CollinsGroupRealty.com/200thHomeSale. On April 2, Collins Group Realty will announce on its Facebook page the 10 finalists with the greatest number of nominations. Those 10 finalists will move into a final voting round, which will take place April through July. When CGR reaches its 200th sale, the Top 5 charities with the most votes will be announced and presented with cash donations totaling $10,000. For more information, terms and conditions, visit CollinsGroupRealty. com/200thHomeSale or contact Ashley Lindblad at 843-837-6700 or Ashley@ CollinsGroupRealty.com.
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REAL ESTATE
To buy or not to buy in the Lowcountry in the New Year By Larry Stoller CONTRIBUTOR
During the past year, the Hilton Head-Bluffton area housing market has been like the wild, wild West. We have seen low inventory, rising home prices, and bidding wars, making it very challenging for many buyers to find and buy their dream home. Will the New Year be kinder to buyers and a better time to buy a house? While no one can say for sure, we are beginning to see some real estate predictions that are giving us a picture of what the housing market will look like in 2021. Here are some examples of these industry indicators: Low interest rates – Mortgage rates are expected to stay low in 2021. The Mortgage Banker Association predicts that 30-year loan rates will continue to be in the 3% range or even lower. More affordable housing – A mortgage with lower monthly payments may increase
buyers’ budgets, which will make it easier to purchase more home for the money. Home prices rising – Current trends indicate that home prices will continue to increase in 2021 but at a slower rate than in 2020, resulting in still affordable housing. More homes to choose from – Inventory has been very low during the past year but all projections point to an increase in inven-
tory in 2021 for new and resale homes. Home buyers get a break – With more homes for sale and an increase in competition, it is possible that prospective home buyers may be able to get good deals on good houses. Housing demand increases – On the other hand, if the up-North demand for Lowcountry housing continues to increase,
sellers may still have the advantage Political uncertainty ends – If post-election results prevail and the country comes together to support the new administration, the good psychology of it all will be very good for both buyers and seller. The current pandemic – From all that I have seen and heard, real estate activity is expected to skyrocket as soon as “COVID” turns into “NOVID.” Even after reading all of the above, understand that housing market conditions do vary (and sometimes a lot) by location and community. So if you are thinking about buying a home somewhere between Sea Pines and Sun City, I suggest you talk to your local real estate agent. She or he will be able to help you find your dream home in your specific market. Larry Stoller is a broker and Realtor with Real Estate Five of the Lowcountry. Larry@ RealEstateFive.com, RealEstateFive.com, SunCityOpenHouses247.com
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