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Salt Marsh Brewing partners, Nick Borreggine on left with James Brown on right.
By Molly Ingram
If you make a great burger, shouldn’t you also make a great beer to go with it? Seems like a good idea to me. And it did to Nick Borreggine (who owns Fat Patties in Beaufort and Bluffton) and his new business partner, James Brown. Together they started Salt Marsh Brewing in Bluffton to “produce quality beer locally for our neighbors and friends.” Nick is the front-man for the
Brewery. He started brewing beer in college. He and his roommates called their first entry into the category,“Sh_tty Brown Ale”. James, who grew up on Hilton Head and now lives in Bluffton is the official Brewmaster. He’s been in the industry for over 10 years and says he bought his first home brew kit from a TV infomercial that was running late at night. James is also a concert engineer and a partner in Innovation, a company that BREWERY continued on page 3
When being locked up isn't such a bad thing A local animal rescue organization gives new meaning to being “in the dog house”. Palmetto Animal League held their 2nd Annual ‘Locked up for Love’ event Thursday, February 11. Community members stopped by PAL’s adoption center to take a mug shot with one of the adorable animals waiting to find a home. Then they shared their Locked up for Love ‘mug’ via email and social media, asking friends and loved ones to ‘post their bail’ by donating. A generous donor even offered to match the first $20,000 raised!
Locked up for Love raises much needed funds to provide vital care, now and in the coming months, for hundreds of abandoned animals in our community. PAL provides more than just food, water and shelter. They also make sure each dog and cat receives veterinary care, emotional support, enrichment, socialization and many other needs to prepare them for a lifetime of love. Palmetto Animal League is a private, non-profit, no-kill animal rescue organization that relies solely on donations to save the lives of hundreds of animals each year.
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Leadership Beaufort set to celebrate 30 years Don’t miss Leadership Beaufort Alumni Associations event ‘Sweet Southern Pearls — The Leadership Beaufort 30th Anniversary Celebration’ to be held on March 18th from 6 to 9 p.m. at Traditions Restaurant on Parris Island. The evening includes live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres and beer and wine. A cash bar also will be open. More than 600 local leaders have graduated from Leadership Beaufort, which is sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. Tickets, which are $30/person, are available at www.eventbrite.com/o/leadership-beaufort-alumni-association-9825848822.
Dr. Smith joins Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group In a continuing effort to enhance its primary care services to better serve patients, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has added another physician to its staff at Lowcountry Medical Group. Dan Smith, DO, a board-certified family medicine specialist with more than 14 years’ experience, will begin seeing patients in late February at the multispecialty practice located at 300 Midtown Dr. in Beaufort. A graduate of Oklahoma State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Smith completed his internship and residency at Oklahoma State University Medical Center and began his career working
in the emergency room at Hillcrest Health Care System in Tulsa. He spent several years as an ER and urgent care Dr. Dan Smith physician in Tulsa and also practiced family medicine in a clinic in Bristow, Okla. After relocating to the Lowcountry in 2011, Dr. Smith served three years as an ICU hospitalist at Coastal Plains Primary Care in Varnville; an ER physician at Hampton Regional Medical Center; and medical director of a hospice care center in Ridgeland.
For the past year, he has been affiliated with a private practice in the area. In addition to Dr. Smith, Lowcountry Medical Group includes four board-certified primary care physicians, Drs. Nicholas Dardes, F. Carl Derrick III, Craig Floyd, and Robert Parrick, as well as several nurse practitioners. All of the primary care providers are currently accepting new patients. The practice also includes specialists in gastroenterology, gynecology, cardiology, and neurology. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Smith or any of the other health care professionals at Lowcountry Medical Group, call (843) 770-0404.
Habitat for Humanity announces new Construction Manager Michael shared the following regarding joining Habitat, “I’m excited to be working with LowCountry Habitat for Humanity and look forward to working with our dedicated volunteers on the job site. Together, we will be building a better Beaufort.” For more information about LowCountry Habitat for Humanity, please call the Habitat office at (843) 522-3500.
Weichert, Realtors® - Coastal Properties/Brokers-in-Charge, Joe and Karen Ryan, welcome two new members to their sales team: Oliver Arnold and Lisa Moore. Oliver Arnold, a native and current resident of Beaufort, gained his real estate experience working for his father’s construction company. As he mastered his carpentry skills, he became one of the youngest licensed home builders in Oliver Arnold the state of South Carolina. Subsequently, he transformed his father’s subcontracting company into a full service construction contracting business. Arnold’s inspiration and high regard for coastal southern architecture led to his accreditation in Architectural Drafting. In addition, he is also a certified Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) technician, for Heating
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LowCountry Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce the addition of Michael Perry as our Construction Manager. Michael joins LowCountry Habitat with over 29 years of construction experience. Originally from Massachusetts where he served as a firefighter, Michael moved to Beaufort 15 years ago. Michael has 3 daughters aged 14, 16 and 19.
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Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC). He has completed custom design and remodeling projects for clients throughout the Lowcountry, including Sun City, Beaufort, Bluffton, Seabrook, and Lobeco. Arnold is a member of the Beaufort Association of Realtors®. He is based in the Beaufort office and can be reached at 843-476-8030. Lisa Moore was born and raised in Washington State. Prior to embarking on her real estate career in 2008, she worked in the car sales and time share industries for nearly 20 years. Lisa Moore Moore and her husband, a retired police officer, currently live in the Bluffton area. Moore is a member of the Hilton Head Island Association of Realtors®. She is based in the Sun City/Okatie office and can be reached at 843-5058027.
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New dentist joins local family office Richard F. Porcelli, DDS, is pleased to announce that Louis Costa III, DMD, has joined the practice of Louis Costa Beaufort Fam- III, DMD ily Dentistry. Originally from Charleston, Dr. Costa received his undergraduate degree in biology from The Citadel and his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Costa, along with his wife and two children have lived in Bluffton for the past 4 years. He is committed to providing the highest standard of personalized dental care using his training in the latest dental technology. Dr. Costa is a member of the American Dental Association and the South Carolina Dental Association. Beaufort Family Dentistry is located at 1274 Ribaut Road in Beaufort, SC.
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produces shows. Salt Marsh Brewing is sold at the Bluffton’s Fat Patties where you can get it by the glass or they have Growlers for $14. Distribution is rapidly expanding both with additional restaurants and ABC stores expected to handle their new beers very soon. Nick and James make six different beers that they have on tap, all with southern inspired names. They have Hoppin’ John
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J., Oyster Town Brown (made with May River Oysters), Sothern Fella (made with vanilla beans and Daufuskie Rum), Dixieland Delight (Dubbel style) and an anniversary beer coming soon to be aged in Wild Turkey barrels. With the growing interest in microbrews and locally made beers, two “home brew clubs” have emerged locally in the last 5 years or so. The Pluff Mud Hop Heads meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month at Plums in Beaufort and the Lowcountry Malts meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Southern Barrel Brewery Co. in Bluffton. When asked what their favorite beers
were, Nick said, “The Oyster Town Brown was until we made the Dixieland Delight which is now my favorite!” James had a different take on the question. He said, “That is like asking a musician which song is his favorite…they are all his babies. But if I had to pick, it would be the Oyster Town Brown.”
Well, I have a couple I would like to try. The Island News Publishers, Kim Newton and Elizabeth Newberry were able to sample a few earlier this week and their take on the new beers? “Delish!” So keep your eyes open for the announcement of a launch party which is coming soon. We love Fat Patties and now we have a selection of great local beers to go with it. Salt Marsh Brewing is off to a great start. Thanks Nick and James! If you would like to visit the Salt Marsh Brewery, they are located on the 2nd floor above Fat Patties in Old Town Bluffton at 207 Bluffton Rd. (843-815-6300).
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Dragonboat Beaufort moves to Labor Day weekend
Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2015 Dragonboat team, Torture Chamber.
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ragonboat Beaufort recently announced that Dragons will once again invade Beaufort in 2016. This year’s event however, will take place over Labor Day weekend rather than in July. A Paddler Welcome and Kickoff will take place on Friday, September 2nd, followed by a full day of races followed by a post-race party on Saturday, September 3rd at Henry C. Chambers Park, Downtown Beaufort. Over the last few years, the event has become increasingly popular among locals and out-of-towners alike. The 2015 Dragonboat Race Day drew nearly 700 paddlers, 32 teams and thousands of spectators to the Beaufort seawall. The event raised $65,000 for the organization which helps support those impacted by cancer in Beaufort County both through the sport of Dragonboat
Racing, and outreach efforts, including one-one-one grants to help with needs that are typically not met through traditional means. This will be the 4th annual event for the non-profit organization, although, 2016 will be the first year that the event will be held in September. “We are thrilled to have the support of the City of Beaufort as we move towards a new weekend for the races” said Kate Olin, current Dragonboat Beaufort, President and prior Race Director. “When we learned that the Water Festival could only accommodate our event outside of the traditional 10-day Festival window, we had to take a good hard look at the best weekend to host such a sizeable event. We are grateful to have had the support of the Water Festival the past couple years, but with the continued
growth of the Dragonboat races, our Board feels that holding the Dragonboat races over Labor Day weekend is a perfect way to help wrap up summer in Beaufort!” Beaufort Mayor, Billy Keyserling, sees the Dragonboat Races as both a great community building event and a way to attract visitors to Beaufort. “I am very excited that Dragon Boat Beaufort is launching a stand-alone event in the fall. Dragon Boat Beaufort is one of Beaufort’s premier volunteer organizations, one that not only serves those undergoing treatment for cancer in Beaufort County, but also supports cancer survivors and their families. Their annual fundraising event brings like-minded, community spirited people together and attracts visitors to our very special hometown. This is going to be a terrific event and I
am looking for many in our community to become engaged in its success.” “We have a terrific Race Day team this year who are already hard at work”, said Olin. Andrew Nicholls will take the helm as Race Day Director with the support of four Assistant Directors including John and Erica Dickerson, Greg Rawls and myself…all who have served as former Race Day Directors. We have a very experienced Dragonboat Beaufort team to support us and with the support of the City of Beaufort, 2016 will be our most successful year yet.” Club and community teams will be forming over the next few months. Get a team together for a great day of fun on the water and help support those impacted by cancer in our community at the same time. For more information, please visit www.DragonboatRaceDay.com.
YMCA of Beaufort announces the 2016 Youth Boating & Adult Power Boating program dates The YMCA of Beaufort County, located at 1801 Richmond Avenue in Port Royal, announces the 2016 dates for their Youth Boating Program and their Adult Power Boating Class. 2016 marks the third season for the Y Youth Boating Program and is offered in partnership with the Spirit of America Foundation, America’s Premier Youth Boating Education Program. This is the only program of its kind in Beaufort County and the YMCA will offer financial aid to those who may not otherwise be able to participate. This one-week program teaches rising 7th-10th grade students the skills required to become safe, successful mariners using STEM-based (science, technology, engineering, math) practices, safe boating environment awareness, leadership development and physical fitness. The non-traditional classroom setting of our local waters provides both encouragement and inspiration, helping to reverse the decline of outdoor recreation among our youth and fostering a lifetime love of the outdoors and appreciation of our Lowcountry wildlife, ecology and natural surroundings. The program not only emphasizes safety around the water and in using (5) different types of watercraft but students take the SC DNR Boating License class and exam. During the camp, students also learn life skills like teamwork and good decision-making, acquiring a strong sense of accomplishment and confidence, not only in the boat and on the water, but within themselves as well. This hands-on camp will be led by YMCA Boating Director Paul Spencer with assistance from a team of certified staff and volunteers. “Our third year is shaping up to be even better than 4
the previous two. This year’s agenda will allow for more adventure trips into the marsh areas, as well as sailing and power boating courses giving the students the opportunity to demonstrate their new found skills”, notes Spencer. The first Youth Boating Class will be during spring break, April 11-16, 2016 with the rest of the dates falling within the summer. Registration is currently open and an application must be completed by each student and submitted for review by Paul Spencer. Class size is limited and students will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Just as in previous years, the first part of the youth program is taught at the YMCA in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Avenue) and the on-water, hands-on instruction is taught at the Port Royal Sound Maritime Center dock (310 Okatie Hwy, Okatie). “Additionally, our newly developed Adult Power Boating Class – “Suddenly in Command” will teach the skills necessary to handle any situation in the event a skipper becomes incapacitated, he adds. “Boat operations, docking, navigation, GPS and radio use are just some of the topics to be taught.” The adult power boating program consists of one 3-hour evening class covering South Carolina DNR education at the YMCA in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Avenue) and a second 4-hour class using hands-on instruction at the Port Royal Sound Maritime Center dock (310 Okatie Hwy, Okatie). The cost is $125 per person and class size is limited. If you are interested in more information about either of these programs please contact Paul Spencer at the YMCA: 843-522-9622. Register online at ymcabeaufortcounty.com or at the YMCA (Port Royal).
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Financial survival — life after the death of a spouse The death of a spouse is one of the most profound losses any person can experience, and it’s a loss that a growing number of women in the United States face – current projections estimate that seven out of every 10 baby boomer wives will outlive their husbands. It’s something most couples don’t want to consider, but avoiding it can be nearly as devastating as the event itself. The financial impact of losing a spouse is often considerable, complex and something most survivors are illequipped to deal with. On average, financial recovery takes up to five years and you’ll face many major decisions. Here we’ll take a look at the practical concerns, consider the long-term impact and, most important, highlight the significance of planning for the worst before it happens. Immediate Concerns Along with the traditional final arrangements, you’ll have a number of pressing financial concerns to address. Your first step is to identify and document all of your assets and liabilities. Be sure to include your tangible assets as well as your investments, and factor in outstanding debt. This is also the time – if you haven’t already – to assume responsibility for all household bills and gather your important financial papers – these can include wills, deeds, insurance policies, recent bank and investment statements, and retirement account information. In order to formally notify the appropriate parties and assess the Social Security and death benefits you’re entitled to, request copies of the death
certificate. Send these copies to all of your creditors, insurers, and other financial agencies, as well as the Social Security Administration. You’ll also want to Hall Sumner transfer the accounts held with these groups to your name and collect any money owed to you. As a spouse’s death invalidates a will in most states, you may also need to update your will and rename your beneficiaries. It may also be necessary to rename the beneficiaries on any insurance policies or retirement accounts you hold. Now is not the time to be making major financial decisions. When possible, put things like selling assets or paying off debts on hold until you are better equipped to handle them. It may even be in your best interest to appoint a trusted friend or impartial family member to make decisions on your behalf. Life after Death Now that you’ve established what you have, it’s time to look at what you’ll need. How long will your new income sustain you? Are some small lifestyle adjustments enough to accommodate your new financial picture, or will you need to find new sources of income? Because the death of a spouse may mean a drastic reduction in your household income you’ll need to carefully consider what you spend. Make a list of your monthly expenses, and use it to determine what you can go without. Budgeting for only the basics
can help to cushion the blow and make your money go further. According to the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement, expenses may still be as much as 80% of what they were before a husband’s death. So, in many cases simply cutting back may not be enough. You may be forced to “downsize” on a much larger scale. Before making any major financial decisions, like selling your home or other big-ticket assets, carefully consider all of your options. Seek the advice and expertise of professionals and try to remain open to significant lifestyle changes – at least in the short term. Insurance and pension or retirement disbursements often begin after the first year following death. These payments are typically large lump sums and may be daunting to manage. Again, your best options are to wait before making any major decisions and seek the counsel of professionals who can help you determine the best use of the funds. Planning for the Worst Advance planning is a step that most people avoid. It invites painful thoughts and forces you to ask uncomfortable questions. But it is the single most significant factor in your financial recovery after the loss of a spouse. Now is the time to start talking about it. While it may not be pleasant, having a plan can make an incredibly difficult situation a little more bearable. If you’d like to learn more about how to protect yourself for the future, or if you need guidance now, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
While There’s Still Time Here are some steps you can take now to help ease your financial burden in the event of your husband’s death: • Talk about money as a couple. Discuss your earnings, your assets and your investments. • If you don’t have wills or living wills, create them. • Because it can be difficult to establish yourself financially after the loss of a spouse, make sure you have accounts and credit cards in your own name now. • Keep all of your important financial documents organized and up to date. • Work together to create a plan, and adjust all of your important legal and financial documents as necessary. • Decide together and appoint a third party to handle these concerns if you fear you won’t be able to. • If you aren’t comfortable with your finances, take the time to learn. Material prepared by Raymond James for use by its financial advisors. Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC Hall Sumner is a Financial Advisor with Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC located at 2015 Boundary Street, Suite 220, Beaufort SC 29902. He can be contacted at 843-379-6100 or hall.sumner@ raymondjames.com or visit our website at www.tlswealthmanagement.com.
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BUSINESS OF THE WEEK Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week Zoe Accessories! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!
Howard Family Dental Grand Opening:
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Howard Family Dental office in Beaufort on February 17, 2016 with an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The ceremony was held at their new practice, located at 35 Robert Smalls Parkway, Suite 103 in Beaufort.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR County budget should be overseen by a citizen’s committee
The Beaufort County Certified Audit Report for year ended June 30, 2015 is finally on their Website— ONLY seven months after the close of the fiscal year. Corporation financial results begin in newspapers less than one month after their fiscal year closes. Beaufort County while underspending general fund expenses by $1.1 million decided to spend $1.0 on capital items not budgeted. Over $700,000 of that was charged to County Council member’s own budget. Revenues were up a total of $3,900,000 but some items were far from budget: Current real estate taxes + $484,000 Delinquent taxes – $911,000 Auto taxes + $1,605,000 Penalties – $240,000 Register of Deed fees + $1,010,000 EMS Fees + $841,000 8
Some of these items could have been budgeted higher based upon previous year’s spending; however, Council members pay little attention to their own budget provided by the Administrator while they are busy scrutinizing the School District budget. The county administration did a good job of managing expenses against budgets. However Council members spent more than double from their own budget of $611,000. Beaufort County added $3.8 million to their surplus, but it would have been $4.8 million had they not spent theunbudgeted capital monies. The Legislative Delegation should appoint a citizen’s committee with overview of County budget as County has over school budgets. Both are elected by the same voters why should Council have greater privilege than the School Board—unaccountable budgeting. Jim Bequette Retired CPA and Financial Executive
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Voting results are in — it was a bad week for Governor Haley
After all the press “hoopla” about the “coveted endorsement” of SC governor Nikki Haley, the results are in. With the not-so-covert assistance of the RNC, the state Republican chairman, in addition to Tim Scott, Trey Gowdy, and assorted Republican “mucketymucks,” including the well-wishes of her friends Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton, Nikki could muster barely 22% of the voters for her candidate to “stop Trump.” More bad news, upwards of two thirds of the voters polled on Saturday, February 20th said they supported flying the Confederate flag at the SC Statehouse. And this, after her herculean efforts to persuade us that the flag is divisive “and that Donald Trump is divisive.” It was a bad week for Nikki Haley and the “politically correct establishment” in South Carolina. Respectfully, Richard Hines
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THE RETURN OF “THE HONEYMOONERS” By Bill Rauch
Why do people say this is the craziest political year ever? For one, it isn’t good enough to have been an outstanding governor or U.S. Senator anymore. This year to be President you must be a celebrity. And if you are, you can win in the South, even if you’re from New York. I had to see it to believe it. Even with his Queens accent and his Fonz haircut and his starched white shirt Donald Trump avoids arousing the usual anti-New York prejudices. I know this because I went to see him last week at Beaufort High School and there I watched in amazement men that I know have all their lives distrusted Yankees jump up shaking their fists to cheer for him. The only plausible explanation is that this year the cult of celebrity trumps all else, including New Yorker-phobia. The recent GOP race here is just the beginning. On the Democratic Party side Hillary Clinton, another New Yorker, leads her chief rival, (born and raised in Brooklyn) Bernie Sanders, here by nearly 25 points, according to most polls as they approach the critical South Carolina Presidential primary showdown this Saturday. Yes, Hillary recently represented the State of New York in the United States Senate and she and her husband live in a Westchester County suburb from which her husband commutes to his Manhattan office. That’s about as New York as you can get. It is of no matter. Here’s why. As a former two term First Lady who suffered through the reality TV-style Clinton second term that included the Lewinsky Scandal, and a one term Secretary of State who is still battling -- reality TVstyle – Federal law enforcement and the House Republicans over her emails there, she’s a celebrity. And, as just a U.S. Senator from Vermont, Sanders is not. If South Carolina is true to its tradition, and there’s little reason today to believe we won’t be this year, the party primary winners here will be their respective party’s standard-bearers in the November election, and one of them will
A reporter, publisher, ghostwriter and author, Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.
be our next President. Except of course on the off chance that three term New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg gets into the race as an independent and pulls off an unprecedented win. Just a great New York mayor and a self-made billionaire, however, Bloomberg’s celebrity status is thin. The Hillary and Donald race, if it comes to pass, will be lots of fun to watch, sort of like an updated and public policy infused version of Jackie Gleason and Audrey Meadows in the TV classic, “The Honeymooners,” the fifties sit-com set in a Brooklyn tenement that preceded the suburban “Archie Bunker,” and for laughs well exceeded it. There will be lots of big talk and strutting around from the male lead, and lots more “Oh Ralph-s” from the no-nonsense female lead who utters well-placed jabs to burst the male lead’s balloon, which he will shrug off. With Hillary Clinton’s decisive win in Nevada last Saturday, and Donald Trump’s win in South Carolina the same day, you could see her last weekend already starting to set up the “Oh Ralph” general election dynamic. Arriving late Saturday night in Texas, Hillary – with a well-placed practical jab -- said,“It’s wrong for him to be promising things he can’t deliver.” Yes, she was speaking narrowly about Bernie Sanders’ claim that he will get us free health insurance and make our
Donald Trump being superimposed over an old video of The Honeymooners with Jackie Gleason and Audrey Meadows.
state-run colleges tuition-free. But that’s not all she was talking about. More broadly the former First Lady was also referencing Donald Trump’s exuberant claim that he will “build the wall and make Mexico pay for it,” and maybe also his line that as President he’ll immediately deport 9 million undocumented workers. Audrey Meadows – or “Alice” as she was known on the show -- was nothing if she was not The Voice of Reason. Also in Texas last week Clinton was up with her first television spot intended specifically to woo Hispanic voters to her camp. The Hispanic vote ended in a tossup in Nevada in her recent contest with Bernie, and she knows to win the general election she must have it. The lesson GOP campaigners took away from Mitt Romney’s 2008 loss to Barack Obama was that Republicans can’t win the Presidency any more without winning the Hispanic vote. Knowing this and seeing the opportunity, Clinton intends to remind Hispanic voters of Trump’s controversial remark at his announcement of his candidacy that Hispanics coming into the US are “criminals, drug dealers and rapists.” It takes almost no imagination to picture Jackie Gleason playing Ralph Cramden the Brooklyn bus driver saying the same
thing. Or Archie Bunker. We’ll hear plenty more about that – much of it in Spanish -- over the upcoming eight months. Here’s the next terra nova question. It’s not too soon to begin to consider who will play the Ed Norton and his wife Trixie supporting role characters in the upcoming drama. Trump could certainly reasonably choose Carly Fiorina who in her primary debate appearances admirably chiseled out the “I attack Hillary” redoubt. But just a legendary Fortune 50 CEO of the largest tech company in the world, her credentials are thin. Lest we forget Sarah Palin is in the wings. The former Alaska governor went rogue again recently and provided Trump with one of his earliest A-lister endorsements. With a couple of reality shows under her belt, Palin carries the requisite credentials. That was easy. But who will Hillary choose to play the great sewer-worker Ed Norton character who, while seeming to be his friend, constantly bedevils Jackie Gleason? Well, there’s only one. Saturday Night Live’s Al Franken who was recently vaulted to the U.S. Senate by six years of name-calling on talk radio. Buckle your seat belt. The fun has just begun.
Siestas – a civilized way of living for all ages
By Lee Scott
There is something so civilized about traveling to a country where shops and offices close for siestas. Although, the practice of siestas is primarily associated with Spain and other Hispanic countries, in reality, there are places in Italy and Greece that also observe it. Historians say the initial motivation behind the siesta was to allow workers to rest and avoid the midday heat. However, even though air conditioning is available, the siesta time is still observed. Now this is a custom I wholly embrace because I love taking midday naps. I can take a nap just about anywhere; airplanes, cars, trains or my living room. Sleep experts have been coming out for years now trying to get Americans to rest on their lunchbreaks. We are a 10
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Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career. A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Lee now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading.
sleep deprived nation according to them. Because of those recommendations, some progressive companies have designated rooms with couches or cots for employees to take naps. Of course, this means the employee will work later, but allegedly at a more productive level. This is supposed to be a win-win for both the company and the employee. I know when I was working in banking;
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it was more common to see workers taking siestas in their cars in parking lots (although they called them power naps in those days.) Believe me, these were needed when you knew there was a mandatory three hour meeting after lunch. There are also the people who nap on commuter trains and buses, anywhere to catch a few minutes of sleep before they start an evening with family or a long
day at the office. If you really think about it, is there anything better than lying on a couch on a cold rainy day with a quilt covering you and taking a little catnap? And what about all of you who watch sports on television? Who has not fallen asleep watching a football game or a golf tournament? Just the soft sound of those golf commentator’s voices can put me to sleep in a heartbeat. And what about those new parents with infants? A nap is essential those first few months. We live in a very hectic culture where we are advised by Life Coaches to meditate and relax. I think this is good advice but we need to include siestas too. Napping is not just for babies and seniors anymore. It is for all of us and you do not even have to be in Spain.
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Requiem for the Living coming to the Baptist Church of Beaufort The Baptist Church of Beaufort Covenant Choir and Voices of the Commonwealth Community Choir from Northern Kentucky will be joining forces with other guest singers and chamber orchestra on Sunday, March 6, at 2 p.m. at 600 Charles St. for the first Beaufort performance of Dan Forrest’s Requiem for the Living at the Baptist Church of Beaufort. The Music Ministry Carnegie Hall at The Baptist Church of Beaufort strives to offer our community a Meet the Composer Event every other year. In March of 2016, we are featuring the music of Dan Forrest (b. 1978). Dan hails from Greenville, South Carolina, and has been described as “a composer of substance” whose music has become well established
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in the repertoire of choirs in the U. S. and abroad. His critically acclaimed Requiem for the Living (2013) has quickly become his best known work, with performances across the United States and in South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. This 2016 Lenten project began to take shape in
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March 2015, when the Covenant Choir of The Baptist Church of Beaufort was invited to participate in a choral festival at Carnegie Hall sponsored by DCINY (Distinguished Concerts International New York). Members from the choir, along with their director, Melanie Williams, and accompanist, Sarah Stender, began rehearsals in the summer of 2015 in preparation for an unforgettable experience which culminated in the performance of Forrest’s Requiem for the Living on the stage of Carnegie Hall along with 200 other singers from across the United States on Tuesday evening, January 19, 2016. For additional information, contact Melanie Williams at mwilliams@bcob.org
real estate 2016 Architects’ Tour set for March 19 Beaufort’s 2016 Architects’ Tour returns this March, giving visitors the exciting opportunity to explore five unique homes across four of Beaufort’s Sea Islands: Cane, Distant, Polawana and St. Helena. This year’s tour, featuring architects Allison Ramsey, Frederick & Frederick, Montgomery Architecture, R.W. Chambers and Thomas & Denzinger, takes place Saturday, March 19. The Architect’s Tour is hosted by the Historic Beaufort Foundation and provides attendees with a self-driving experiential tour, exploring private homes and meeting the architects who designed them. The tour celebrates the creative and distinctive contemporary architecture that interprets the Lowcountry and gives it a definite 21st century look. It is a fundraiser for the Historic Beaufort Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserving sites of historic or architectural
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significance in Beaufort County, and is sponsored by Gilbert Law Firm. Limited tickets are available and currently can be purchased for $65 each; advance reservations are recommended. To order tickets, call (843) 379-3331 or visit www.historicbeaufort.org/shop. All sales are final. Tours will proceed rain or shine.
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Students submit artwork for River of Words publication
Pictured are school winners (back row from left to right): Angie Orozco, Jaraiyah Jenkins, Asia Kongkiat, Amaya Simmons, Layla Love, Ms. Kucera (art teacher); (front row): Lilli Grace McMurtrie, Charley McClam, Helen Hudson, Sage McGill, Nathan Gahl, Jaylon Williams. Not pictured: McKenzie and Camryn Thompson.
Over sixty Lady’s Island Elementary students submitted artwork to be considered for the River of Words contest! A panel of teachers selected the finalists to progress to the district competition. We hope the artwork and poetry made by these students will be selected for publication in the River of Words book! Good luck to these students!
John Paul II Catholic School to host Catholic College Fair Night March 10 Picking the right college isn’t an easy task, especially when many of them are so far away. But John Paul II has put together quite a large number of impressive schools for their annual College Fair Night to be held on Thursday, March 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will be held in the John Paul II Catholic School Commons. The event is open to all high school students of the Lowcountry. Even if you are a sophomore not really even thinking about college yet, attending will give you an idea of potential colleges you might want to include in your search. Don’t rely on a book or a counselor to tell you all that you need to make this important decision. They are certainly helpful but you need to make the connection with the school yourself.
Colleges participating in the event include: Georgetown University Loyola University Chicago Ave Maria University The Catholic University of America Gonzaga University Providence College Salve Regina University Marquette University Fordham University Fairfield University Belmont Abbey College Seton Hall University St. John’s University St. Bonaventure University University of Notre Dame And local, area alumni representing: West Point Military Academy and the United States Naval Academy will also be in attendance.
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THE RED AND THE WHITE
By Celia Strong
Again, we get together. To learn and to taste. And, yes, it sounds like more than one wine to me? And, it is. But, first, as always, our lesson. So, we must put on our travel gear, and go to southeastern France. To the Languedoc region. The Languedoc, or Coteaux de Languedoc as it used to be called, has an extremely long history with wine. In 500 BC, the Greeks were probably the first to plant grapes in this area. Today, the appellation covers red, white and rosé wines and about one third of all the vines grown in France. It has about 700,000 acres of vines, from around Montpelier to Narbonne. Red wines are 75% of the total production, with white and rosé wines each making up about half of the remaining 25%. Since 2001, the Languedoc area has produced more wine than the United States. Yikes! There are many sub-regions within the Langudoc. The best known one in our market is Picpoul de Pinet. A typical red Languedoc wine is medium bodied and fruit forward. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre are the main varieties uses, with limited amounts of Carignan and Cinsault. White Languedoc wines are made from Grenache Blanc, Clairette, and Bourboulenc, with small amounts of Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne allowed. In the one particular sub-region, Picpoul de Pinet is used by itself.
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All Hecht and Bannier wines are aged for two years in large 600 liter barrels. Really large barrels so that the fruit quality of the wines is maintained. In addition, a portion of each wine is aged in cement vats. Another way to ensure their fresh fruit characters.
Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.
The 20th century was difficult for Languedoc producers. Huge production levels and not-so-good quality meant their wines’ reuputation was not great. Since the beginning of the 21st century, Languedoc producers have had slightly stricter growing and winemaking laws. Currently their wines are better than they have been in years. And, fortunately for us, their prices have not increased with the growing quality and reputations. Yet. Our two Languedoc wines come from Hecht and Bannier. A company founded in 2002, by Gregory Hecht and François Bannier. They set out to make typical Mediterranean style wines. They are one of the most cutting edge producers in southern France, leading with a priority on quality in diverse appellations. All Hecht and Bannier wines are aged for two years in large 600 liter barrels. Really large barrels so that the fruit quality of the wines is maintained. In addition, a portion of each wine is aged in cement vats. Another way to ensure their fresh fruit characters.
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The Hecht and Bannier Languedoc White is a blend to two grape varieties Picpoul and Roussanne. These grapes are grown in a slightly cooler area, in vineyards looking at the Mediterranean. Over the
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summer months the breezes from off the water help to cool the grapes, keeping the acidity in them refreshing. Aromatic flavors are preserved until the harvest. And the wine is aged in stainless steel. The wine is half Picpoul which brings bright, crunchy notes in the finished wine. The Rousanne half brings citrus fruit flavors and floral notes. And, a fullness in your mouth. There are peach flavors, a juicy texture and a racy acidity. This wine is perfect as an apéritif and pairs well with seafood and shellfish. For $15.99. The Hecht and Bannier Languedoc Red is made from 80% Syrah, 10% Grenache and 10% Carignan. The climate and sunshine in this part of France are made for growing these varieties. Hecht and Bannier use environmentally friendly vineyard practices. Partly because they make better wines. Partly because that’s traditional in the area. The pressed grapes are matured in concrete tanks, with no barrels used to age the wines. This makes this wine one of the most fruity Syrahs you’ll ever taste. The Grenache and Carignan add more fruit flavors as well as texture and some weight. And, our red wine has a spiciness with black cherries, herbs and leather notes. It’s a very quaffable glass of wine! $14.99. So, now, we can start tasting. The red and the white. I’m sure we’ll each have one we like better. But, at least, we can try them first. Love tasting! Enjoy.
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There are more than 50 million Feral Cats in the US – How many in your neighborhood? By Prof. Percy Pussycat
We all hear them at night. They wander around looking for food and shelter and tend to band together in colonies for safety and companionship. However, the United States is overrun with feral cats. 1n 2013 The Humane Society puts the number of feral cats at around 50 million in the US. It hasn’t hit the agenda of those running the Presidential debates but homeless animals in general should be a discussion item. Although the candidates don’t care, there are many around the country working to find innovative and humane solutions to reduce the feral cat population. Barb Wehmann and her husband, Ed started a non-profit about 10 years ago called Scoop in Cincinnati to address the issue. They estimate they spend at least $25,000 of their own money every year on the feral cat cause. It’s the couple’s passion, Barb said, adding: “It’s a way to give to the community and help with a societal problem that affects us all, whether cat lovers or not. It feels good to be part of a compassionate solution, even though we’re a small part.” Cute cats...not really. So what real danger do the cats present?
Prof. Percy Pussycat is a trained animal behaviourist and received his degree from the Canine and Cat Institute in London.
Well most of the time they don’t cause car accidents like all the deer do. But they can be seriously annoying by pooping and peeing around your house and garden. Plus they can spread disease like rabies. Feral cats are also serious predators for the local bird populations. Nature Communications, a scientific journal stating that as many as 3.7 billion birds (that’s not a typo – billion) across the continental U.S. are killed by feral cats each year. Experts in the field say this is a solvable problem. Like just about everything, it takes financial and human resources to make it work. And feral cats are not high on the list things that need immediate attention. Make them earn their food Some enterprising groups have figured out ways to get the cats to work for the benefit of the community. The Tree House
Humane Society in Chicago sends in feral cats to a neighborhood that is over-run with rats with the objective of reducing the rat population. No cracks about Chicago please. In exchange for their rat catchers, the group requesting help agrees to make a lifetime commitment to the cats. This works. Cats can and will reduce the rat population. Besides Chicago which today has about 200 working feral cats, a few other cities have adopted the catskilling-rats practice, and are being tested in many communities today. Disneyland, the resort in Anaheim, California, is well known for managing a cat colony to keep the rat population down. Barb Wehmann’s also talks about other innovative non-profits popping up around the country. For example in her city there is now the Cincinnati Pet Food Pantry, which provides pet food to cat colony caregivers and qualifying low-income pet owners. “With the help of pet food during a family’s rough times, fewer animals are relinquished or abandoned,” Wehmann said. Barb also said that some clinics utilize transport vans “to pick up cats from people so that cats can be spayed and
neutered. Transportation is a problem in some of the low income places.” The Neuter Scooter – a mobile spay/neuter clinic that operates in six states – will travel to identified large feral cat colonies and spay and neuter on the premises. Many communities have adopted TNR programs which stands for trap, neuter and release, and local non-profits will provide vouchers for those who can’t afford the service. A human problem But the cat’s most dangerous enemy is that annoyed neighbor with a gun. Not everyone finds cats to be cute additions to their yards or barns. Cats, more than dogs, seem to be a disposable item to many – a nuisance animal like a squirrel. But by spaying and neutering these cats, we can stop the feral cat explosion. Just about every city has a group that offers a TNR program. You have heard Dr. Barker and me preach endlessly about how you should be a responsible pet owner and get both your dogs and cats “fixed”. Please do it. Letting cats just breed continually just means more unwanted cats in shelters and more getting euthanized. That isn’t a solution for anybody.
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pets 15th annual Cavalier Party on the Point hosts Cavalier King Charles Spaniels By Molly Ingram
Even though Sunday was a bit chilly, more than 50 guests and 30 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels came together at the home of Pam and David Taub to celebrate. The human side of this event enjoyed a scrumptious buffet lunch while the pups waited patiently for their doggie treat bags. All four color designations of King Charles Spaniels were there – Ruby, Blenheim, Black & Tan and Tri-colored. Everybody was well behaved and competed bravely to win the coveted title of “Pup with the longest ears” or “Pup with the wiggliest tail”. I have to admit there were lots of contenders for both. Pam Taub, the wonderful hostess for this event, said it began in about 2001 as a celebration of the first birthday of their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Harley. Many dogs have been in the Taub family since then with almost all of them being crowned Best in Breed or Best in Show at dog shows near and far. And this party celebrates all of them. A new member was added to the Taub household just recently. Five month old Blu arrived from her Connecticut breeder and she told me she was definitely ready to hit the show ring which she will do in March in Williamsburg, VA. Her older siblings in the house, Rowan and Spangle, are going to show her the way. Lookout Westminster, here comes Blu! What a wonderful way to spend
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You are invited to experience the selfhealing practice of Tsa Lung, an ancient Tibetan Bon tradition, at TheraVista: Conscious Community Haven every Monday evening from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Tsa Lung engages your mind, body, and spirit with purifying breathing and gentle yoga exercises. You will learn: Inner Refuge Meditation, Nine Purification Breaths, and Sitting Yoga Exercises to revitalize your life force energy and connect to your deep self. No previous yoga or meditation experience is required, only please come with an open mind and comfortable clothes. A gratitude offering of $10 is suggested. TheraVista: Conscious Community Haven is located on serene Lowcountry grounds at 263 Brickyard Point Rd. South, Beaufort. For more information, please visit theravista.org or email Emily at emilydfj@gmail.com.
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you to join them on Sunday, March 6, at their Worship Service which begins at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be Russ Williams. Fellowship meal to follow services.
TCL invites the community to “Return to the Classroom” event
The Technical College of the Lowcountry invites local residents to its 2nd annual “Return to the Classroom” event from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 9 at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The event is free and includes two morning classes followed by a lunch and learn session. “We are excited to welcome the community to our beautiful New River campus for a day of exploration and discovery,” TCL President Dr. Richard Gough said. The event features a variety of classes centered on the topic of wellness and taught by exceptional TCL faculty members. Participants will be able to choose two classes from the following: 1. Stress and Wellness 2. Couples Therapeutic Massage 3. Literature and Wellness 4. Health Monitoring
Integrative Healing Arts Sampler scheduled at in Law enforcement officer Eric Horan to host book Downtown Beaufort signing and reception Join our health care volunteers for to speak at Republican You are invited to a special wine 20-minute sessions of Chiropractic, AcuClub meeting Mar. 7 and cheese reception at the Maritime puncture, Counseling, Healing Touch, massage, and more on Saturday, February 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 705 Bladen St. in downtown Beaufort. These creative therapies in a clinical, nurturing, and integrative environment are for anyone, applying especially to those with mental conditions and disabilities, who cannot afford these services or without insurance for counseling. Cost of $10 per session goes toward the non-profit operating expenses. Prayer, scholarship applications for free services, and gift certificates are also available onsite. Visit MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org for more information or call 843-770-9947.
Friends of Fort Fremont offers tours of the Fort
On the 4th Saturday of every month (Feb. 27th), the Friends of Fort Fremont offer docent-led tours. This month’s tour starts at the St. Helena Branch Beaufort County Library at 11 .am. Learn the history, see a scale model of Fort Fremont as it stood in 1898, and travel down Land’s End Road to walk through the remains of the fortifications. For more information, visit fortfremont.org or call the St. Helena Library at 843-255-6486. This event is free and open to the public.
Tuesday Talks return at Maritime Center
Our popular lecture series returns this spring and will run from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The cost is $8/adult, $5/student with ID, and free for those under 17 years of age. Currently scheduled for Tuesday Talks this spring: March 1st - Al Segars, SCDNR: “Human Impacts on Wildlife” • March 15th - Bruce Lampright, Brays Island Naturalist • April 5th - Amber Kuehn, Spartina Marine Education Charters: “The Port Royal Sound Ecosystem”.
Riverview Baptist Church invites all to Homecoming 2016
Riverview Baptist Church, located at 2209 Boundary Street Beaufort, invites
The Greater Bluffton Republican Club is pleased to announce that their next meeting will be held at Rose Hill Golf Club at 4 Clubhouse Dr. on Monday, March 7, 2016. We are very pleased to have Mike Sisno join us. Mr. Sisino is retired from a 31 year career in law enforcement with the final rank of Patrol Division Commander. During his career, Mr. Sisino worked in the Uniform Division, Detective Division/ Special Investigations, Governor's Security Detail, the Marine Division, and was assigned to two special teams, Search and Rescue and SWAT. He had the honor of working as the Head Firearms Instructor for the State Police Academy and has an impressive amount of advanced training. After his retirement, Mr. Sisino worked as a Government Contractor and now works for a private security company. The social hour begins at 5:00 p.m. and the meeting starts at 5:45 p.m. Please come enjoy the beautiful clubhouse while enjoying the fellowship of likeminded conservatives. The public is welcome.
New Hope Church to host Financial Course
New Hope Christian Church will host Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) Course. This life-changing class, taught by Dave Ramsey and the FPU teaching team on video and coordinated by Wilma Holman will be taught at New Hope Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Beaufort. The tools learned will help you achieve your financial goals by showing you how to eliminate debt, save for the future, and give like never before. You will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family tree forever. For a $100 investment for books, on-line coaching, and access to invaluable information you will be amazed at the 9-month change in your life that has helped hundreds of people become free financially. New Hope Christian Church is located at 67 Parris Island Gateway in Beaufort. Classes start March 7th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Contact Wilma Holman at 843-252-8228.
Center, Friday, March 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for the Beaufort release of Eric Horan’s latest book, Beholding Nature. Eric will personalize copies of the exquisite coffee table book purchased during the event. RSVP to info@ portroyalsoundfoundation.org.
to enroll. Classes will be held at the chamber office located at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort. Cost for the class is $25 which will be reimbursed once the course has been satisfactorily completed.
AARP Safe Driver Course offered Mar. 18
A 6 hour AARP Smart Driver Class is being held at The Summit Place of Beaufort, 1119 Pickpocket Plantation Dr. Beaufort on Friday March 18th, 2016. The hours are 9 a.m. till 4 p.m. (1 hour lunch). The cost is $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. This Class is open to all drivers age 26 and above. A certificate of completion will be issued to be used for your auto insurance discount. Class size is limited. You must register. Call 843-521-1941 to enroll and for more information.
Learn from local archaeologists about the Battle of Purrysburg
The Archaeology Society of SC/ Beaufort Chapter is partnering with the Beaufort District Collection to present The Battle of Purrysburg, Tuesday, March 22 at 3 p.m. at the Beaufort County Library in Bluffton, 120 Palmetto Way. Archaeologists, Rita and Dan Elliott of the LAMAR Institute will show a short documentary and share information gathered for the final report of the recent dig located outside of Hardeeville, SC. The meeting is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
BHS Boys Tennis hosts ping pong tournament Local businesses offer We are having a Ping Pong Tournament at Beaufort High on March 12 to benefit free prostate screenings the Boys Tennis Team. Come have some fun and play some competitive ping pong against your level of play. It will start at 12 noon in the Gym; sign up will start at 11:15 a.m. We will be having 3 levels of play for singles and doubles along with a 16 under division. There may also be a women’s or girls division if we have enough entries. We can pair you with someone for doubles if you need a partner.
Black Chamber to teach business plan strategies
The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) will offer a business class focusing on developing a business plan, accessing a business loan and other financial strategies. The class will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on March 14, 16, and 18, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call 843-986-1102
Lowcountry Public Health Region, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, AccessHealth Lowcountry and Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Med-I-Assist Program are teaming up to provide “free prostate screenings” for men, age 40 & above, residing in Beaufort, Jasper and Hampton counties. We’re giving priority to the uninsured, unemployed, underinsured and the working poor; however, all age appropriate men needing his prostate checked, will get a prostate screening done free. If you have questions or would like to get an appointment, please contact 843-412-2572.
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Your PercePtion vs. Your realitY Believe it or not, there are people on track to reach their financial goals, but the only way they know they’re on track is that they took the time for figure it out. Knowing where to start remains the first major obstacle for most people when it come to financial planning. If you never start the process you have two problems: 1. You have no idea where you are: what I call your current reality 2. You have no defined goals It’s rather hard to arrive at a destination with a trip plan that lacks a beginning and an end. Of course the other issue with having no plan is the low-grade headache it creates because you do have a sense of where you are and where you want to go, but no idea if you’re on track. We all know the feeling of lying in bed wondering if we’re going to make it. Getting started is really just as simple as taking the time and getting the help to: • Clearly define your current reality, where are you today • Put some framework around where you want to go The task of assessing future financial needs can be daunting. Often we have perceptions that,
under scrutiny, don’t match reality and have to be adjusted. , BUT the point is that until you sit down, TALK about it, and put some numbers around it, you have NO PLAN! It’s important to understand that things will change. No matter how much time we spend creating a plan it can’t capture everything about our future reality. All we’re trying to do is make the best guess we can and move on. If you understand that these are guesses (very important guesses), then you can give yourself permission to not obsess over them. Make the best guess you can with the information you have, and then commit to revisit it often enough to make course corrections long before you veer too far off course. The other wonderful thing that will happen is that often we find out that even though our perception of our future financial needs was not even close to reality, we gain a sense of control that helps us focus on living our lives NOW. In many cases, we learn that we do have enough money and time to meet our goals. It might not even be a situation of needing to grit our teeth and save more, but we never know until we take the time to plan!
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