Letter from the Publisher

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It’s summertime and the Florida sun is brighter and as I write this, the Heartland is already in the 90’s. I had my assistant, Finley Grace, helping me finish the magazine and she picked the Summer cover that Bridgette designed for you. Doesn’t this make you want to get outside; it sure did for us right here in our own back yard pool. Finley and I hope you find your own happiness and adventure this summer.

I’m seeing all the cute pictures on Facebook with your kids celebrating their last day of school and ready for summer fun. With our days being a little longer it can be a time for growth with your kids, recharging and just plain enjoying life this summer. We all need enjoy God’s Beauty!

I’m so thankful for my team that has stepped up and done what was needed to bring you the exciting and heartfelt stories we have in this issue. We feel we have a combination of stories for everyone. I couldn’t do this without my team, advertisers that support us and of course you, our readers. Please keep sharing your thoughts with me so we can add it to our reader’s page. I love hearing from you.

For some ideas outside this summer, Rebecca shares with you how to explore nature in your back yard, neighborhood or planning an adventure. I remember, with my brothers and sisters when school was out we were so excited to get to play outside all day. Most days we didn’t come inside until we heard the dinner bell. I hope you take some of these ideas for outdoor adventures this summer.

We wanted to honor our Veterans and Military Families in this issue and what better way than what we found right here in the Heartland. A huge thank you to Danny & Carla Santangelo for the countless hours they spend supporting these families with their foundation Hunt For Vets. A must read and I know you will enjoy.

I can go on and on with all we have for you in this issue but instead I will let you start flipping the pages for all the stories my team has brought you for our Summer Issue. We create Heartland LIVING for You!

I wish you a summer filled with joy, taking advantage of time outdoors (hopefully mostly bug-free) whether that’s soaking up the sun, a lake, pool or beach trip, strolling around a farmers’ market, tending to your garden, or kicking back with family and friends to enjoy our BBQ recipes with a cool breeze and beverage.

Let’s make the most of summer and the time we have together, treat each other well and practice gratitude before the season is gone.

God Bless, Cindy Sebring Adams

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June & July 2021 Celebrating 10 Years 2012-2021

June & July 2021 Volume 10  Issue 3

Celebrating 10 Years 2012-2012

CEO | Publisher Cindy Sebring Adams

Editorial Director Jessica Pleger

Creative Director Bridgette Waldau

Feature Writers Kimberly Blaker Katy Fassler Rebecca Maglischo Christy Swift Photography Director Rafael Pacheco

Cover Graphic Design Bridgette Waldau

Feature Photographers Native Boyz Tv Katara Simmons

Contributing Photographers Morgan Bullock

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Awards

Winner of 16 FMA Charlie Awards 2014 - 2018

Charlie Awards

2017 Best Department Design 2018 Best Feature Design

Silver Awards 2014 Cover Photo Illustration 2015 Best Self-Promotional Ad Best Feature Design Best Table of Content 2017 Best Feature Design Best Photography Image 2018 Best Overall Writing Best Photography Image

Gold Awards 2015 Best Feature Design 2018 Best Overall Design Best Feature Design Best Traditional Illustration Best Department Design Best Photography Image

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