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Rivertown Fine Wine & Spirits Celebrate’s 10 Years!

Photo by Mindy Kerr | Nature’s Child Photogrpahy

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Cover Photo by Mindy Kerr, Nature’s Child Photography

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Life is Good at Rivertown Fine Wine & Spirits | pg 6

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St. Johns Magazine ST. JOHNS MAGAZINE Debbie Gaylord - Publisher Darren Rosenbaum - Editor Contributors: Nancy Cohen Dr. Peter Veling

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Minorcan Mama uses her special brand of minorican style/ southern advice regarding gifts for teachers. Pg 25

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Casey Chin of The Tutoring Club in Julington Creek offers some helpful advice about college admissions. Pg 22

Lori King-Kocsis inspires us with a story about Marie - A local person who has reached 100 years! Pg 21

Theresa Scully, PT, CPI. Owns and Operates Arch Pilates & Physical Therapy in Mandarin let’s us know all about Pilates. pg 29

Crystal Spencer of Room By Room Interiors offers tips about using art to transofrm your home. pg 34

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Frank & Bonnie celebrate 10 years in Business at Rivertown Fine Wine and Spirits on CR210!

by Debbie Gaylord

Life on the River is Good Photo by Mindy Kerr, Nature’s Child Photography

Not long after Frank anad Bonnie Dvoravic became

around the world and visit some of the most amazing places in-

the new owners of Rivertown Fine Wine and Spirits in May 2006

cluding golfing at St. Andrews in Scotland and Pebble Beach in

Bonnie was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, a disease that is

California.

one of the nation’s deadliest cancers and has only an 8% survival

rate.

erything and made them rethink their lives. They were sched-

The two experiences, fulfilling the dream of owning

uled to take a business trip to London and the date was Septem-

their own store and Bonnie’s life-threatening illness, have be-

ber 11, 2001. As they left Jacksonville, they recall being a little

come forever merged in a strange way but with a happy ending.

miffed that Air Force One caused a slight delay as it delivered

Bonnie beat the odds. She says it was a miracle of sorts when

President George Bush for an event at a local school. The flight

they found the cancer during a routine exam for a stomach ail-

finally took off and they arrived safely in England the next day,

ment. She had surgery immediately and after nine years has re-

only to learn of the Twin Towers tragedy and that their daughter

cently received an all clear from her doctor.

who was a student at NYU at the time, was stuck in New York

City.

The couple have decided to do something positive to

mark both occasions and give back to the community with a

silent auction to benefit Pancan, the Pancreatic Cancer Action

he wanted to leave the corporate world. He always dreamed of

Network. The event will run throughout the month of May and

owning his own store. So he and Bonnie took the plunge and

will include amazing gift baskets, golf sets, and specialty items

purchased Rivertown from an old friend.

like a giant Crown Royal pillow perfect for a man cave as well as

wine tastings and live music. The PANCAN organizational goal is

tion was a bit closer to -1-95 in the Tropical Smoothie Café plaza

to double the survival rate and raise $200 million by 2020. Funds

but after ten months Frank decided to move to its current loca-

will enhance existing programs and allow Pancan.org to invest

tion in the Publix plaza. Two days after signing the contract for

in revolutionary new research efforts to help those battling pan-

the new location, Frank and Bonnie learned she had pancreatic

creatic cancer.

cancer and her surgery was scheduled. While Bonnie recovered

from surgery Frank moved into the new location and has been

Frank and Bonnie moved to the Switzerland area from

St. Petersburg in 1997. His work at the corporate level in the

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They loved traveling but one experience changed ev-

wholesale wine and liquor industry allowed them to travel

Not long afterward, Frank realized after twenty-six years

It was 2006 and life was good. The store’s original loca-

there ever since.

Chances are you will be greeted by Frank & Bonnie when you enter the store located on CR 210.

Even through an early rocky start

couple. Frank and Bonnie always have a do-

with Bonnie’s illness and the national econom-

nation bottle for a non-profit near the check-

ic crisis not long afterward, Frank and Bonnie

out. Their son is deaf and they understand the

have enjoyed a success that is the result of a

challenges involved for families. They have

simple formula. Where ever he goes people

supported the Clarke School for the Deaf,

seem to know and love Frank and many of

where Frank was a board member for many

his customers are on a first-name basis. Bon-

years. The school, which is located here in

nie and Frank built Rivertown by developing

Jacksonville, has done a great deal to forward

close loyal customers. As Frank says, “We give

research and work with children with cochlear

old fashioned customer service”. Like the time

implants to help them develop speech.

Frank went out of his way to find a special Ital-

ian wine I was hoping to try. Or their 100%

kering with his old El Caminos (he has two).

satisfaction guarantee – Frank recalls an expe-

Bonnie spends time learning piano and do-

rience when a customer was not pleased with

ing things with her grandchildren who will

an expensive bottle of scotch he purchased

be visiting this summer. Together they enjoy

but Frank refunded the man his money. He

traveling and taking in sunsets on their stun-

wants everyone to be happy no matter the

ning property overlooking the St. Johns River.

cost. Another aspect of their success is they

Ah yes, life is good.

are a great team. After forty-four years of

marriage, Frank likes to say that Bonnie is the

with Frank and Bonnie. Stop by Rivertown

President of Rivertown and he is just the VP in

Fine Wine and Spirits in the Publix plaza, bid

charge of labor!

on an auction item and support Pancan.org.

Pancan is not the only organization

For more information about the Pancreatic

that has benefited from the efforts of this local

Cancer Action Network visit www.pancan.org

In his spare time Frank enjoys tin-

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by Lori King-Kocsis

100 Years

One Day at a Time

The day begins for Marie Lund with her morning walk, a mile each day. She walks slowly around the block with friendly neighbors keeping an eye on her. Ever since her eyesight began to wane her walks have become shorter but walk she must, she’s been walking daily since she could stand. Starting somewhere around 99 years ago.

Born on March 27, 1916 as Marie Zalinsky, she was raised on a farm in Sagamore, PA, a small coal mining town. Unbeknownst to Marie at the time, she would live to see sixteen presidents sworn in, the Great Depression, WWI and WWII, airplanes advanced into commercial flights and the seemingly impossible became possible when man landed on the moon.

Marie was a good student, practical and adept at math, she was advanced from 6th to 8th grade.

Her Eastern European heritage (Poland) had a strong influence throughout her years. When she was 14 years old, just out of 8th grade Marie went to work in Philadelphia at the DuPont Mansion as a live-in maid.

A self-taught seamstress, Marie became sought after for her work and sewed outfits for the clergy. After awhile, she tried to keep her seamstress abilities a secret so “people wouldn’t keep asking me to make things!”

Her time at the DuPont’s ended after she married Charles Lund. She introduced Charles to the DuPonts’, he became their butler and they began a family. Her seamstress and cooking skills came in handy while she raised 7 children. Walking everywhere, she never had a license, never owned a car; there were days when Marie would walk for hours.

“Home Smelled like a Bakery”

Coming home from school the Lund children were greeted with the smell of fresh baked goods. Marie’s seven children each had their personal favorites. From chocolate chip cookies to orange chiffon cake, the list of goodies that she made throughout the years was long.

When asked if there is a type of food Marie enjoys the most, a simple, “Food is food” was her answer with the added comment “some things are better than others.”

Unsure what to expect on this year’s birthday celebration, it’s doubtful that 100 candles will be put on the cake. On her 95th birthday Marie wanted to see what 95 candles looked like on a cake, apparently it was impressive enough to set off the smoke detectors.

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Marie began taking Tai Chi a few years ago at The Players Senior Center in Ponte Verde. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Tai Chi has helped Marie, “Stand firmly on my feet, it steadies you and does the trick.” Her teacher, Dennis Sheils, had many pleasant thoughts about Marie; her tenacity, her faith and strength.

“Marie goes with the flow,” he says with a smile. Though her movements are slower due to her eyesight she is an inspiration to her classmates.

Marie’s Advice on Living 100 years

Diminutive in stature and brief with her words, Marie had a few things to say about life and if she has a magic pill or secret to living 100 years. “Be truthful about everything you say. Then you won’t have to worry about what you’ve said. It’s always the truth”.

Even though her eyes are clouded from macular degeneration, you can still see the hazel they once were. She never spoke of her aches or her diminishing eyesight and continues to read daily on a machine for the blind. When asked how it feels to be 100 years old Marie said, you just “imagine each day at a time”.

It also seems that walking, and now Tai Chi has played a big part in keeping Marie healthy and grounded.

Is there a magic pill or secret? “No secret” is Marie’s succinct reply. A true “Salt of the Earth”, Marie has lived her life with a steady hand, a strong heart and feet that are planted firmly on the ground.

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Community

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It Could be the Best of Both Worlds!

hen I reflect back on my college days, I think about

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countless hours spent hanging out in dining halls,

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and the joy I felt from being independent for the first time in my

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tion is expensive, and if a student is not socially or academically

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ready, the downfall could result in thousands of wasted dollars.

experience. Students can easily transfer to Florida Gulf Coast

I also firmly believe that education and training beyond high

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school is imperative! What are the options for those students

are guaranteed admission to one of the 11 Florida state univer-

who perhaps can’t afford a large University or struggled a bit in

sities. However, it may not be the one of choice unless you go

high school? I did some research and came across several great

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SCENE Division have teamed up to bring you a new guided beach walk. Grab the family and a flashlight (Red film for flashlights will be provided so we don’t disturb sea turtles) Our first Moonlight Beach Walk will be held at Vilano Beach, 2750 Anahma Dr., Vilano, FL 32084 on Thursday May 12th at 8:00pm. The second Moonlight Beach Walk will take place at the St. Augustine Pier, 50 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, on Tuesday May 24th. For more information contact Kelly Ussia at 904-209-0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us.

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Thank You, Thankful Parent Dear Thankful, Teachers work hard all year to help our children learn and grow, so if you are able to, it is a thoughtful gesture to give them a token of your appreciation.

I surveyed teachers and found that all of them appreciated hand-written notes from your child, the most. My suggestion to you would be to have your child create a card that expresses in words and in pictures, for younger children, what they have learned this year and what they appreciate about the teacher. Use the supplies you have on hand or purchase some nice paper and other art supplies and let your kids have free reign! Teachers also appreciate handmade gifts. Local mom, Whitney, told us via Social Media that she has her children make bookmarks for their teachers that she then laminates. What an inexpensive and easy gift! She also suggests letting your kids decorate pots and giving a potted plant. If you would like to purchase a gift, teachers appreciate gift cards. Another local mom, Bethany, likes to give gift cards to places where teachers can treat themselves because, as she says, “they spend so much time raising our children, I want them to be able to go get something or do something for themselves.” All of the teachers asked loved gifts cards, with ones to nail salons and to places where they can buy classroom supplies, at the top of their list. While they all said any and all gestures are appreciated, I would suggest staying away from perfumes, soaps, or lotions, as some might be allergic. And my bottom line to you would be to let your children lead the way. No matter the gift, the thoughtful, kind, gesture will mean so much to the teacher!

Warm Regards, MM

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inorcan Mama is a 30-something, St. Augustine Native Minorcan, trying her hardest to raise her modern kids with an appreciation of their roots, their history and a love of the great out-of-doors. Send her your questions about family, parenting, relationships and whatever else you can think of to minorcanmama@gmail.com She loves being “social,” at www. facebook.com/minorcanmama and www.twitter.com/minorcanmama Also, stay tuned for her new Website and Blog coming this month!

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Humane Societies, pet shelters and other groups maintain that declawing is cruel. I understand that this is an emotional issue. I understand that there are pet owners who have seen declawing done badly, resulting in their cat suffering pain. It is all over the internet. Those internet sites and the people who get angry about anyone declawing their cat are breeders of guilt. There is already enough of that in this world without laying it unnecessarily on other people who are only trying to live with their cats. But…

Some cats, in spite of training to use a scratching post, do damage to their owners’ furniture. Furniture is expensive. The owner of every cat that is declawed properly, once they see that their cat is not in pain and walks normally after the procedure, is glad that they had it done.

I am a bottom line type of person. I love my cats. I love my furniture.

I love my cats more. Don’t get me wrong. If I want to own a cat, which I enjoy, I want my furniture in good condition.

So, if a cat is ripping up furniture, how should a cat be declawed? There are three methods. The worst is using a nail trimmer. A recent study in the state of Washington showed that over 60% of veterinarians still use this method. It is awful and should be considered malpractice. It is the reason there are horror stories about declawing.

The other two methods involve either a scalpel blade or a laser. Michigan State’s veterinary school did a study. On several cats they did a declaw with a scalpel on one paw and a laser on the other paw. Then they measured how much weight the cat put on each paw. The laser paws had more weight every time. I just did two cats in one family because their child developed cancer and would be immune-suppressed by chemo. They stayed one night. The clients said they were walking normally the same day they went home. I believe less cats are being adopted because of this debate. Sometimes declawing is necessary.

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Many people still don’t know what Pilates is, and that’s okay. It is the responsibility of those like myself and Pilates students to spread the word and continue to boast about the amazing body transformations that occur with this innovative exercise program. But, to call it an exercise program, is giving it a disservice. The Pilates method has aided me to help so many patients. Sixteen years ago, as an orthopedic physical therapist, I began researching treatment programs that were successful in treating chronic low back pain and neck pain. I was just not satisfied with the treatment programs I learned from traditional physical therapy programs. I knew something was missing.

So, somehow I came across the Pilates Method while researching exercises for low back pain and a small article on Pilates popped up. I wanted to learn more, so I purchased a Pilates DVD and the book, “Pilates for Dummies.” This book taught me the basic Pilates principles and exercises to apply to therapeutic exercise and activities in the clinic. I started to see results! My patients were reporting decreased pain and increased function. And, so my interest and commitment for Pilates began!

Josef Pilates’ History

Josef H. Pilate was born in Germany in 1883. He suffered many childhood ailments and healed himself by studying anatomy and normal movement. He studied both Eastern and Western forms of exercise and movement philosophies including yoga, Zen, and ancient Greek and Roman programs. His physique was perfectly defined that by the age of 14 he was asked to model for anatomy diagrams. He moved on to become a skier, diver, boxer, and in 1914 a circus performer in a Roman gladiator act. Working as a “nurse-physiotherapist”, he rehabilitating wounded soldiers in WWI. He was then imprisoned as a German Nationalist in Lancaster, England. As a POW he developed his philosophy of “Contrology.” He was allowed to work with injured internists. He used the spring parts of the hospital bed to develop the first of many Pilates apparatus, Trapeze table and the Reformer. It is boasted that because his fellow internees followed his exercise regime, his camp on the Isle of Man survived the flu epidemic of 1918 that killed many others. When released from the camp, Josef spent time training boxers and the Hamburg Police. When he was asked to train German soldiers in 1923, he refused and quickly moved to America with the advice of his family. Josef opened his New York studio in a boxing gym that also housed many dance studios. Josef’s passion was working with boxers, but dancers flocked to his studio to treat stress injuries. Pilates pioneered a philosophy of exercise training that integrated the mind/body connection. He died at the age of 83 due to complications with emphysema due to smoking too many cigars! He was a health guru, but he loved cigars and whisky!

The Therapeutic Benefits

The basis of the Pilates Method is core strengthening, utilizing nine principles that connect the mind, body, and spirit. The principles are: Breathing, Concentration, Control, Centering, Precision, Balanced Muscle Movement, Rhythm and Flow, Whole Body Movement, and Relaxation. Exercises are dynamic and performed in all body positions. Specific muscles are targeted and performed in 8-10 repetitions. Pilates exercises will strengthen your abdominals and back, improve balance, increase coordination, and decrease stress mentally and physically. Strength and stability along with body awareness and mental focus enables the body to move with efficient neuromuscular control. This optimal neuromuscular control carries over to all movements in life. Thus, treating and preventing painful movements as well as improving strength and coordination at all stages of life. As

a physical therapist, I can appreciate the emphasis on postural alignment and movement from the center of the body outward. As I continue to enhance my education in the physical therapy realm, I have discovered many concepts that anchor my dedication to Pilates. Mr. Pilates was an ultimate body observer, spending hours watching animals and humans move. He spoke of concepts and movement patterns that we know today as proprioceptive neuro-muscular facilitation, anatomy trains, myofascial planes, integrated functional movement, kinesthetic awareness, and much more. He didn’t have the medical training, he just observed and worked with so many bodies that he instinctively knew how to stimulate symmetrical and beautiful movement. As a therapist, beautiful movement is not about the aesthetic of dancing, as many people attribute to Pilates. It is the beauty of being able to perform hours of sitting at a desk with good posture. It is also the beauty of performing repetitive lifting, pulling, pushing, and twisting as a construction worker. It’s the ability to endure hours of cycling, running, golfing, and toddler chasing! It’s also very beautiful to see an NFL player increasing strength and flexibility on a Pilates reformer! What can I say, I’m a huge football fan!

Research Supports Pilates as Therapeutic

Research is now marking the medical arena, giving Pilates substantial backing of its therapeutic effects. I have treated many chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, migraines, myofascial pain syndrome, osteoporosis, aneurism, stroke, Parkinson’s, Familial Dysautonomia, and Autism.

I have earned these clients respect and dedication to Pilates. I have changed their function so much.

Of that, I attribute to the Pilates method and the drive and commitment my clients put towards every session they attend. Please reference the library of research articles available online at www.Polestarpilates.com and www.Pilates.com.

Pilates for the Modern Day Person

In its development in the New York City studios, Pilates exercises naturally evolved through dance influence. But, now, many fitness and wellness professionals have brought it to the mainstream and has made it more accessible to everybody wanting and willing to work out their core and improve their bodies. Athletes can improve their game and performance. Individuals seeking weight loss, strength, and improved physical appearance partake in Pilates. Chronic pain sufferers and older adults enjoy Pilates because of its low stress on the joints. Medically complex populations can exercise in a safe and ultimately therapeutic environment. And, ultimately, Pilates is NOT just for women! A man invented it originally for men!

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