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FEBRUARY 2021 PUBLISHER

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Love Is In The Air HEY THERE, SWEETHEARTS OF BRENTWOOD. This month’s issue is all about love.

Featured among the pages of this issue are some of our favorite local couples.

Follow along as they share advice, tell stories and gush about one another. We had so much fun photographing these beautiful couples and seeing the sparkle in their eyes for each other.

Do you have a special place or a tradition for your Valentine? Maybe this month you

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2021 FEATURES 26 Romantic Notions Music City Delivers Fun Date Night Options, Charming V-Day Spots, Delicious Dining Selections

32 This ‘Young’ Family Loves Nashville California Transplants Taylor And Brett Young, Along With Daughter Presley, Grow Family And Music Career In This 'Family Friendly' Town

38 Callie: Luxury In Smaller Packages Grove Park Construction Offers Efficient Design To Exclusive Brentwood Address

62 A Cyclist And Former Heart Surgeon Meet In Street David Miles Suffered Massive Heart

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VETERAN NASHVILLE BANKER JOINS CAPSTAR BANK AS COMMERCIAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGER CapStar Bank, a subsidiary of CapStar Financial Holdings, hired Wes Barringer as senior vice president and commercial relationship manager with lending concentration in the Nashville market. Wes will focus on banking privately owned businesses, their owners and real estate investors across the region.

Wes joins CapStar having most recently served as vice president-commercial lending for JPMorgan Chase Bank in Nashville. He began his career in 1999 as a financial analyst, working in Charlotte, N.C., Dallas and Lexington, Ky. Wes and his wife, Allie, have three daughters, and reside in Brentwood.

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BRENTWOOD HOLIDAY TREE BECOMES BEACON OF HOPE FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS Brentwood

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LightsUp4Heroes campaign to honor health care workers in Tennessee and across the country by keeping the lights on the tree at the John P. Holt Brentwood Library through Jan. 31.

“We had a citizen call and request we keep them on, so we accepted the request,” says Brentwood City Manager Kirk Bednar. “The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all of us, but it has been particularly difficult for our frontline health care workers.”

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BRENTWOOD POLICE OFFICER PROMOTED TO DETECTIVE Brentwood Police Department promoted Officer Maria Herring to the rank of detective in the Criminal Investigation Division.

She’s worked with the Brentwood department for four years as a police officer, a crime scene technician, and a representative on the Dangerous Drug Task Force. She’s completing specialized training in Interviews and Interrogation, and also will be trained in Crisis Intervention Training.

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CITY SCENE

2021 BL AC K H I S T ORY MON T H

OBSERVING ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF BLACK AMERICANS, LOOKING FORWARD TO NEW MUSIC CITY MUSEUM

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Tina Turner’s autobiography, "My Love Story"

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

THE THEME FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2021 IS

In 2002, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce mem-

“THE BLACK FAMILY: REPRESENTATION, IDENTITY

bers proposed the idea of such a museum to celebrate

AND DIVERSITY.” Each year’s theme is set by the

and preserve the influence African Americans had on

Association for the Study of African American Life and

music. As the project matured, the scope changed from

History, an organization founded in 1915 by Dr. Carter

a local to a national initiative, and simultaneously nar-

Woodson, the famed African American historian known

rowed its target from music, culture and arts to focus

as the Father of Black History.

exclusively on music.

BHM BACKGROUND

Street, but in 2015, Nashville city officials announced

Museum construction initially was slated for Jefferson Since 1926, during the second week in February,

plans to redevelop the old convention center site,

Americans observed contributions to history from African

including a prominent location for NMAAM. Since that

Americans. The week is symbolic in that it was the same

time, NMAAM developed unique programs and offer-

week of the birthdays of former U.S. President Abraham

ings without a physical space.

Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, an escaped slave and

The museum’s construction eventually started in early 2017.

prominent abolitionist movement activist.

“As an educational facility, national tourist destination

Initially proposed in 1969 by black educators and the Black

and economic development engine for Middle Tennessee,

United Students at Kent State University, formal celebrations

NMAAM will be a vibrant museum where youth, artists

began in 1970. During 1976, U.S. President Gerald Ford sup-

and families will find creative and cultural inspiration,”

ported observing Black History Month across the nation,

says museum president and CEO Henry Beecher Hicks III.

stating citizens should “seize the opportunity to honor the

“We’ve been preparing for this for more than 20 years, but

too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in

this museum has actually been 400 years in the making.

every area of endeavor throughout our history.”

We welcome music lovers from around the world. We also

Black History Month since was adopted by countries across the world.

thank the thousands of people who’ve supported us, as we prepare to celebrate the history of African American music, which truly is the soundtrack of our nation.”

NEW MUSEUM OPENING

NMAAM’s state-of-the-art performance hall will screen

The National Museum of African American Music was

films, host lectures and stage concerts. The library will

to open in Nashville during last fall, however, COVID-

house classrooms, along with a vital repository of digitally

19 pandemic conditions postponed it. At press time,

mastered African American music. A boutique café and

NMAAM was scheduled for a ribbon-cutting Jan. 18 on

store also greets visitors.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day and opening Jan. 30.

NMAAM.org

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TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM BLACK HISTORY

book, the fruit of 30-plus years of archival and field research

MONTH EVENTS:

and DNA testing spanning 250 years. The hyperlink will be

Note that due to COVID-19 pandemic precautions, all of the following events are offered online at no charge.

sent to attendees the day of the book club. Contact Mamie Hassell at mamie.hassell@tn.gov.

1. Historic Black Communities: Origins and Possibilities

5. Reflections: Poets on Black History in Tennessee; Feb.

Part 1; Feb. 4, 6-7:30 p.m. A panel discussion will cover prom-

18, 6-7:30 p.m. This event features local Black poets and

inent historic Black communities throughout Tennessee,

writers reading original works associated with or inspired

focusing on the communities of Orange Mound in Memphis,

by history. They reflect on Tennessee’s Black history, includ-

Free Hill in Clay County and Black communities in Knoxville.

ing historical figures (writers, politicians, leaders, artists),

It will include how they were formed, historic events that may

communities and movements. Each writer will speak to how

have led to the development of the communities, how com-

they were influenced by and how their work reflects those

munities thrived (or didn’t), community culture and its broader

who came before them, their challenges and triumphs. The

cultural impact. They then will present and examine what

link to the online discussion, presented through WebEx, is

these communities look like now, whether the culture has

offered on the museum’s Facebook page and website event

survived, and thoughts on how they re-shape the community

calendar. Guests can ask questions during the discussion

to reflect the voices and aspirations of those currently living

that will be answered toward the talk’s end.

there. The link to the online discussion, presented through WebEx, is offered on the museum’s Facebook page and

6. Historic Black Communities: Origins and Possibilities

website event calendar. Guests can ask questions during the

Part 2; Feb. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. The second of this two-part

discussion that will be answered toward the talk’s end.

series will focus on the Black communities of Chattanooga, West Tennessee, and the Edgehill district in Nashville. They

2. Tennessee Storytime: Ella Queen of Jazz; Feb. 5, Noon

will look at how they were formed, historic events that may

to 1 p.m. Museum curator Brigette Jones reads a special

have led to the development of the communities, how the

story to celebrate National Singing Day (Feb. 3) and learn

communities thrived (or didn’t), the community culture and

about the talented Ella Fitzgerald and her friend. This story

its broader cultural impact. They then will discuss what these

time is ideally for parents, grandparents and caregivers with

communities look like now, whether the culture has survived,

young children at home between the ages 3-6 years.

and thoughts on how they re-shape the community to reflect the voices and aspirations of those currently living there. The

3. Lunch and Learn/Tennessee’s Historically Black

link to the online discussion, presented through WebEx, is

Colleges & Universities: Feb. 10, 6-7:30 p.m. This ses-

offered on the museum’s Facebook page and website event

sion focuses on the history and importance of Tennessee’s

calendar. Guests can ask questions during the discussion

HBCUs, their growth, communities they serve, where they

that will be answered toward the talk’s end.

are now, current challenges they face and HBCU’s futures.

The link to the online discussion, presented through WebEx,

READ AUTOBIOGRAPHY TINA TURNER: MY LOVE STORY

is offered on the museum’s Facebook page and website

My Love Story is an explosive, inspiring story of a singer,

event calendar. Guests can ask questions during the discus-

songwriter, dancer and actress who dared to break barriers

sion that will be answered toward the talk’s end.

put in her way, victoriously becoming known as the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Emphatically showcasing Tina’s signature

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4. Tennessee Book Club: The Washingtons of Wessyngton

blend of strength, energy, heart and soul, this memoir was

Plantation; Feb. 11, 6-7:30 p.m. Book Club participants will

considered as enthralling and moving as her greatest hits.

cover The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation: Stories

That’s probably why it was a New York Times bestseller.

of My Family’s Journey to Freedom by John F. Baker Jr. When

The book goes from Tina’s youth in Nutbush, Tennessee,

John was in the seventh grade, he saw a photograph of four

to her rise to fame alongside Ike Turner, to her phenomenal

former slaves in his social studies textbook. When he learned

success in the 1980s and beyond. She candidly examines

that two of them were his grandmother’s grandparents, he

her personal history, from her darkest hours to her happiest

began the lifelong research project that would become this

moments, and everything in-between.

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fast. The hotel's overall style is considered "gentlemanly

EVENING WITH THE ONE YOU LOVE, A NIGHT

jetsetter" as a way of whisking guests into the golden age

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of travel. Rooms are modish and masculine; the restau-

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Bask in the artistic collaboration of Americana duo Drew and Ellie Holcomb on Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Ryman Auditorium. Singer-songwriter Ellie, a Nashville native, began her musical career by touring the country with her husband in Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors. With the birth of their daughter, Ellie stepped away from heavy touring and created a solo album. They call this upcoming concert a one-night You and Me Evening. Go to Ticketmaster.com for tickets; livestream tickets also are being sold.

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CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS' ORCHIDS IN THE MANSION This year ushers in the third annual "Orchids in the Mansion" exhibit at the Historic Mansion & Museum Loggia, with a view out to Swan Lawn. Be inspired through colorful, creative displays of orchids and tropical foliage. The flowers and plants continue throughout several historic rooms and galleries, providing warm, welcoming displays of horticulture for winter months. Secure tickets at Cheekwood.org/Tickets.

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FROTHY MONKEY BLOODY MARYS AND MEALS

Treat your honey to a quiet, romantic meal at Frothy Monkey at one of their four locations: Franklin, the Nations, downtown Nashville and east Nashville (not

Laugh the night away with your sweetie to the comedy of

available at 12 South). While most known for breakfast

veteran headliner Bryan Callen at Zanies Comedy Night

and brunches, they accept reservations for table service

Club during Feb. 11-13. He’s most known for his recur-

every day from 5 p.m. to close. They serve craft beer,

ring role as Coach Mellor on ABC’s Schooled and The

wine, cocktails, made-from-scratch bread, pastries, and

Goldbergs. He’s also appeared in TV and films, such as

food using original recipes and ingredients from regional

Kingdom, 2 Broke Girls, Ride Along, Hangover 1 & 2, Sex and

farmers and producers. They also roast their own coffee.

the City, Old School, MADTv, Entourage and Californication.

Reserve online at FrothyMonkey.com.

Shows are at 7 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Get tickets online at

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Whiskey Kitchen evokes a cool, intimate scene that offers a bit of everything along with hospitality. The menu is a mix of chef-inspired pub favorites, southern classics and wood-fired pizzas. An extensive list of cool cocktails accompanies the city's largest collection of world-class whiskeys, bourbons, ryes and scotches.

Reclaimed oak and crocodile leather wall coverings create an atmosphere of both comfort and sophistication.

They're located at 118 12th Avenue South.

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SCHEDULE A ROMANTIC COOKING CLASS Get away to The Cutting Edge Classroom in Knoxville to set up a Romantic Valentine's Date for a French Bistro Night, Tuscan Night, Spanish Tapas, a Culinary

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Journey to France or a Rustic Italian Night. A chef walks couples through an interactive, hands-on cooking class. All the classes are held from 6-9 p.m. between Feb. 10-14. To see menus and to register, go online to

Courtesy of Whiskey Kitchen

TheCuttingEdgeClassroom.com.

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SEE MUSIC CITY FROM LOVE CIRCLE

This is a gorgeous spot from which to discover the city’s skyline and relax on a blanket. It’s a little bit of a windy road, but you can’t beat the views at sunset. It’s near Vanderbilt between Natchez Trace and West End.

Join artist Liliana Porter and Frist Art Museum chief

Google, “Nashville Love Circle Directions” and direc-

curator Mark Scala for a conversation about her exhibi-

tions should pop up.

tion "Man with Axe and Other Stories." Liliana's theatrical vignettes address life’s paradoxes. This is a Zoom

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presentation on Feb. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. It's free but registration is required.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

T h i s ‘ Yo u n g ’ F a m i ly

L o v e s N as h v i l l e CALIFORNIA TRANSPLANTS TAYLOR AND BRETT YOUNG, ALONG WITH DAUGHTER PRESLEY, GROW FAMILY AND MUSIC CAREER IN THIS 'FAMILY FRIENDLY' TOWN

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ARTICLE PAUL STANLEY PHOTOGRAPHY ALI MILLER STYLIST: CARSON LOVE

GROWING UP IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, BRETT

YOUNG

IMAGINED

PLAYING

BIG-

LEAGUE BASEBALL AND WINNING A WORLD SERIES RING. His lifelong dream advanced quickly when the tall, lanky, right-handed pitcher signed a baseball scholarship with the Ole Miss Rebels, earning a letter in his first and only SEC season in 2000.

Realizing how much he missed his family and the West Coast, Brett transferred, thinking it might improve his prospects. “In hindsight, I wish I would have stayed at Ole Miss,” he told Brentwood Lifestyle.

A nagging elbow injury that required surgery ended his baseball career in 2003. Although he was disappointed, it wasn’t long before he realized trading his baseball glove for a guitar allowed him to focus on music.

The career transition has paid huge dividends, even though the road traveled has taken unexpected twists and turns.

“Brett had to be out of baseball completely before he could love music,” says Brad Young, who, along with Brett’s mother, Janice, has relocated to Middle Tennessee. “To be honest, it was hard seeing his baseball dreams end, but we knew he would be successful in whatever endeavor he chose.”

He hit the bar and club circuit, singing his songs to whomever would listen. “I’ve played some lonely places,” Brett notes. “It makes you appreciate seeing the thousands of fans singing along to our songs today.”

Wanting to improve his songwriting skills, Brett moved to Arizona in 2008. That’s when a lovely Arizona State co-ed, Taylor Mills, caught his eye. The aspiring artist eventually moved back to California. Not knowing if the relationship could ever work, Brett got the answer when Taylor reconnected via text. Shortly after, she moved to L.A. to begin a career in the upscale fashion industry.

“I was working hard at a wonderful job with Nordstrom,” Taylor noted in a joint interview with her husband.

The couple’s relationship challenges peaked when Brett decided to pursue his dreams in Nashville. “That was a hard period,” confides Taylor. “The time and travel distance strained our relationship, so we broke up.” Time also has a way of bringing people together.

Taylor and Brett are a perfect example.

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Disappointed that his relationship with Taylor couldn’t parallel his musical aspirations at the time, Brett did what most great songwriters do. He began writing songs about his true love. The move would ultimately pay both personal and professional dividends.

“I always knew Brett was going to make it in Nashville,” says Taylor.

After 10 years of honing his skills, Brett’s career exploded. In 2014, one year after arriving in Nashville, he signed his first record deal. He released his first single in 2016. “I missed Brett a lot and was hearing him on the radio,” she adds.

The couple had found new relationships. “It’s funny because I reached out to Taylor for relationship advice much like we previously faced,” a smiling Brett says, glancing at the glowing mom. “She was in a serious relationship, but we both decided we belonged together.”

With several years of “togetherness” behind them, the attractive couple wasted little time planning their future. The chance to share his life with Taylor gave Brett what he desired most; a soul mate to share his success.

Brett proposed at the Graduate Hotel in Oxford, Mississippi, near the grounds where his baseball career peaked. They married in late 2018 in what one could call an “official” ceremony in Music City, followed by a “more formal and festive” ceremony in California.

The following year, his music career continued upward even as the duo learned a precious little girl named Presley would arrive that fall. After years of opening for other acts, Brett’s name was now atop the marquee. In April of 2019, he began a tour with Kelsea Ballerini that kicked off in Knoxville.

(Note: It was the first time I saw Brett perform.

What struck me most was how every young girl and her mom sang along to every song. When I mentioned that to him, he smiled. “That’s what I’m striving for. It’s been an intentional goal of ours to write and produce ‘PG-13’ songs that moms can sing with their kids.”)

Taylor and Brett started planning how to deal with dad’s absence when tours began canceling.

Although he realizes performing in front of his growing fan base is essential, the time at home with are moments that Brett cherishes.

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“It was great that I didn’t have to miss Presley’s

Whenever it comes, Presley and Taylor will miss

first steps and words. The only thing that makes me

their doting dad and husband. “It’s going to be hard

antsy is that I do enjoy the road and touring.”

when he goes back on tour, especially for Presley.

So what does Taylor think about having her husband around so much?

We’re definitely going to miss him but equally excited he’s working the craft he loves most,” she confides

“The first month, we enjoyed Brett being home

Brett is pumped about his new tour passen-

and resting. As he mentioned, he’s antsy and

ger. “We had our bus designed for Presley when

wants to get back on stage. He’s probably written

we knew Taylor was pregnant. Now we can travel

200 songs since he’s been home. As I became

together when things get going.”

a mom for the first time, having him around was

The couple’s friends and fans wonder if the bus is

incredible. He’s such a hands-on dad and knows

large enough for additional riders. “Growing the family

the routine well. If he was touring, he probably

is definitely in our near future,” Taylor quickly added,

wouldn’t know our schedule as well.”

looking up at her husband. “In fact, we just informed

The downtime has allowed Brett to reconnect

Presley that the stork is delivering a sibling in June!”

with songwriting. He’s also spent time in the studio

That’s not enough to complete a baseball team,

with Dann Huff, one of Nashville’s top producers.

but Brett’s OK with the smaller number. “At least

When asked if there’s a potential number one in the

we can have some good backyard wiffleball and

stack of songs he’s written, Brett grinned. “Yeah, I’m

football games.”

pretty sure there’s a hit in that catalog.”

Presley smiled, signaling her approval.

Brett hopes he’ll be performing live shows later

“The great part of living around Nashville is the

this year. “I don’t know if we’re comfortable being out

people,” explains Taylor. “Everyone in the industry is

in April,” the new dad explains. “Rest assured, I’ll be

like an extended family and willing to help anytime.

the first one on the road when it’s safe, but I won’t

Our neighbors and friends outside of music are also

be a trailblazer. We want to make sure everything is

great. We love Middle Tennessee and can’t wait to

ready, which is probably May or June.”

see what the future holds for our family.”

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"These homes will be 'highly refined' and incredibly luxurious," says Brandon Jenkins. "Today's homebuyers, especially those who demand luxury yet want to downsize from larger lots, desire a unique development. That's exactly what Callie is, and we're confident our new customers and neighbors will agree."

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modern European cottage design. In

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Callie, continues that pattern.

plans found in today’s most popular

The Brentwood community is ide-

coastal developments. “Recent con-

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Once completed, 70 homes, ranging

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from 3,000 to 5,000 square feet, will sit

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on 17 acres in Brentwood. According

the neighborhood’s first buyers to be

to the builder, efficiency in design will

in their homes soon. Roads and infra-

allow buyers to build smaller homes

structure will be added through July.

with the features typically found in much

Construction of new homes should

larger residences.

begin in August. Most homes are being

“Lots sizes are small and the homes will be closer together,” Brandon

built in the six- to seven-month range after final details are agreed upon.

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Photo courtesy of Kristen Mayfield

“These homes will be ‘highly refined’ and incredibly luxurious,” adds Brandon. “Today’s homebuyers, especially those who demand luxury yet want to downsize from larger lots, desire a unique development. That’s exactly what Callie is, and we’re confident our new customers and neighbors will agree.”

The expected price range for 3,000 to 5,000 square foot homes should range from $900,000 to $1,400,000.

“Many of the custom home buyers we work with expect luxury finishes, yet are asking for smaller lot sizes,” says Brandon. “How we design Callie allows us to meet their needs without compromising on quality or location. We feel this development is ideal for many homeowners as their home needs mature.”

Photo courtesy of Kristen Mayfield

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who

who are they

Hanna (Bee) Tucker & Ken Tribbett

Hanna is the host of a show at Hot 106.7.

She covers lots of local, pop culture, and artist content. She also recently started a coffee company: Hanna Bee Coffee! The coffee is specialty, single origin, and small batch roasted. It’s currently available online and some local stores.

Ken is a professional soccer player. He has been playing his entire life, and feels extremely blessed to be able to do what he loves for a living.

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Hanna's Dress: The Showroom Nashville

COUPLES

SWEET

HANNA AND KEN MET AT JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE

Hanna and Ken have many things in common. They both have ties

IN NASHVILLE. Hanna had arrived at the restaurant

to Colorado, they both enjoy shopping at Costco on the weekend.

with her friend who happened to know Ken and his team-

And they both have the same exact car! Color, year, make, model and

mates. Ken was the tallest in the group which Hanna noticed

all. “There’s quite a few coincidences we’ve ran across like that with

right away. Ken made sure to swap places with his teammate

each other,” says Hanna.

standing by her so he could talk to Hanna. “He had manners, was just overall so genuine and so kind,” says Hanna.

Ken and Hanna love to cook. Both of their families are big on cooking and baking. Ken is fantastic with smoking different foods on the grill such

When asked about their favorite things about one another,

as ribs, cowboy steaks, and pizza. Hanna likes making items such as

Hanna replied quickly with “I admire him for how patient and

dressings and marinara sauces from scratch with herbs from their garden.

how genuinely kind he is. On top of that he works so hard in

Ken and Hanna just got engaged in December of 2020. “We’ve got

life and at a job he just loves.”

lots of fun wedding planning coming up for the big day in November this year,” says Hanna.

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“IMMEDIATELY, I SAW HOW BEAUTIFUL SHE WAS (AND IS), MY HEART FLUTTERED (STILL DOES), AND AS I TALKED TO HER, I WAS EVEN MORE IMPRESSED,” RHEA’S FIRST IMPRESSION OF MARIE

who Mayor Rhea Little and Marie Little

who are they Rhea Little is the mayor of Brentwood. He also owns a family business, Rhea Little Tire & Auto Repair, located in Brentwood. His family’s Brentwood roots date back to the 1790s. Marie is his beautiful wife.

They are celebrating 35 years of marriage this year.

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Commitment is their secret to a long marriage. They first

When the Littles aren’t serving the Brentwood commu-

committed to God and to each other. “You have to trust,

nity, they enjoy a date night now and then. From a casual

respect and forgive. We have fun together, and truly enjoy

dinner and ice cream to a more romantic, upscale dinner,

being together. Marriage is work, but it is the greatest reward

they thoroughly enjoy both.

to have a partner to love and share all life’s ups and downs,”

Their very favorite date is packing a picnic and heading

says Rhea. “Also, some of the best advice from my dad was,

to Crockett Park during the summer, when the summer

‘Just remember, what’s hers is hers, and what’s yours is

concerts are offered. “These times have been our most fun,

hers!’ With everything, you must have a sense of humor!”

memorable dates, as we love music and enjoy the beauty

Successfully practicing work-life balance as a business

of the outdoors,” says Rhea. “We sure missed this during

owner and a mayor is a tremendous blessing when you have

2020, but hope they return this year, and no doubt we will

a spouse who understands Rhea’s call to serve Brentwood

be there celebrating our 35th year of marriage.”

and is a great partner in serving!

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“I HONESTLY THOUGHT, WOW, THIS GUY IS THE NICEST, SWEETEST GUY, WHO HAD THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BLUE EYES,” MARIE’S FIRST IMPRESSION OF RHEA. CONTINUED >

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SWEET COUPLES (CONTINUED)

who

who are they

Aimalohi (Aima) Ahonkhai and Michael Nottidge

Both are medical doctors of Nigerian descent who’ve been on the local frontlines fighting COVID-19. Aima is an infectious disease specialist and assistant professor of medicine for the University's Division of Infectious Diseases. Michael is the immediate former director of the intensive care unit at TriStar Centennial Medical Center Hospital.

Location: Hilton Brentwood/Nashville Suites Aima’s Dress: The Showroom Nashville

“AS PHYSICIANS IN CRITICAL CARE, OUR JOBS AND WORKDAYS ARE ALL ABOUT BEING PURPOSEFUL AND HELPING OTHERS. I’M THE TASKMASTER IN OUR FAMILY, AND MICHAEL IS GOOD ABOUT REMINDING US TO PRESS PAUSE TO FIND THOSE MOMENTS TO ACKNOWLEDGE EACH OTHER AND CONNECT WITH OUR THREE CHILDREN,” CONVEYS AIMA.

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Photography: Katie Heart Aima's Dress: The Showroom Nashville

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Two Brentwood sweethearts leave their hearts out on the medical battlefield each day for the many, many others they try to protect against COVID-19 and other life-threatening conditions. Ask this married couple what they’ve planned to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and they have a hard time being self-focused, other than to share they’re seeking new ways to “decompress.”

No kissing or hugging can occur for this couple after work until they change clothes, decontaminate and call all-clear for their three children who are 3, 8 and 10 years old. As a self-confessed, lowkey germophobe, Michael says he followed a strict routine even before the recent pandemic. “Our kids are used to asking, ‘Can I touch you?’”

They remember frequently communicating with each other in various forms over the past year, and recall being constantly concerned about what if one or both of them got ill. “So much fear and uncertainty make you cling to what you love and know,” says Aima.

Both of them already received their coronavirus vaccinations, and are encouraging other minorities to do so, too. They also both have shared American discoveries about this disease with fellow colleagues in Nigeria in hopes of helping around the world.

With being busier than usual through a surreal period of time, these two health care heroes are avid bicyclists, sharing that hobby with their children now, along with taking up fishing.

“THROUGHOUT THE PAST YEAR OF UNCERTAINTY, I PINGED AIMA TO TAP INTO HER KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASES AS WE DETERMINED EMERGENCY ROOM POLICIES AND PROTOCOLS. SHE FORWARDED SUMMARIES OF EVOLVING MEDICAL FINDINGS, AND WAS MY SOURCE FOR HIGH-QUALITY TAKEAWAYS REGARDING CORONAVIRUS,” REVEALS MICHAEL ABOUT HAVING HIS ‘OWN PERSONAL INFECTIOUS DISEASE ADVISER .’

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Aima's Dress: The Showroom Nashville

“DEANNA SEEMED NICE AT FIRST, SOMEONE I WANTED TO BE FRIENDS WITH, BUT AFTER A FEW WEEKS I SAW HOW THE ROOM CONSISTENTLY LIT UP WHEN SHE WALKED IN. PLUS HER INFECTIOUS SMILE, GREAT ENERGY AND SUPER FUN SIDE — WAIT A MINUTE...THAT’S HER ONLY SIDE — EVENTUALLY DREW ME IN.” DAN ABOUT DEANNA

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who

who are they

Deanna Lambert and Dan Thomas

Deanna is community relations director for Brentwood. Her other ‘job’ is mom to Sadee, 8, and Hudson, 6. Dan is the weather man on WSMV News4.

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Deanna's Jumpsuit: The Showroom Nashville

Deanna's Jumpsuit: The Showroom Nashville

In 2003, they were working at the NBC TV station in New

the best/coolest outfit. “Ironically, later I found out she was less

Orleans. Deanna was a producer and Dan was a meteorologist.

than impressed and thought I wasn’t interested in her because of

They had the same strange days off in a vibrant city that focused

what I chose, a long sleeve Vail, Colorado T-shirt. Come on — who

on music and fun, so they hung out and became friends.

wouldn’t think that’s steamy hot?!?”

Deanna says she would’ve laughed if someone said Dan would be her future husband, because they were so oppo-

Their idea of a great date is a few drinks over dinner with interesting

site. “I fell in love with how genuine and kind he is. What you

conversation – uninterrupted! It would be nice to see a movie in a the-

see is what you get, and he’s true to his word. He has the

ater again someday when COVID-19 is behind us,” laments Deanna.

best character and is so funny. Fast forward and now we complement one another.”

They weren’t sure if their first date was a date or just friends hanging out. Dan says he searched his closet for

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Dan and Deanna say they spent years perfecting their communication. “We can’t fly off the handle, call each other names or yell. We argue peacefully, respectfully, and try not to interrupt,” they both agree.

Their favorite hobby is doing things with their kids, as a family.

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ARTICLE MARIA DINOIA | PHOTOGRAPHY CAMERON HINKLE

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changing the world one sm i le at a time

IT ISN’T EVERY DAY THAT YOU’RE SITTING AT LUNCH WITH COWORKERS AND LOOK DOWN AT YOUR PHONE TO SEE A FACETIME CALL FROM BRITTANY AND JASON ALDEAN. But that’s exactly what happened to Shannon Gravelle as the winner of Brittany’s Ultimate Smile and Glam Giveaway contest. The digital marketing manager of a solar company who

her platform to do that. I had done some work on

resides in Greenville, South Carolina, says she

her best friend and that opened up the opportu-

was speechless. “I feel like I blacked out a little

nity for me to ask her to partner up. She was on

bit. I was freaking out. I couldn’t form words. After

board from day one.”

the call, I was like, ‘I hope they know how excited I was – I don’t remember what I said.’”

Brittany adds, “It was an absolute no-brainer.

We teamed up and added the glam makeover

Dr. Matt Kasiar, a cosmetic dentist, partnered

to give a whole experience to somebody. Dr.

with Brittany to make this happen. “I’ve always

Kasiar is such a kind and giving dentist and he

wanted to do a smile giveaway to help people. I

always wants to help people.”

was introduced to Brittany through some mutual

She reveals, “Dr. Kasiar and his wife, Brooke,

friends, and she has such a large following and so

shared their top 20 entrants with me. All of them

many people that look up to her. I thought what

hit home. You just realize how important a smile

a great opportunity to give away a smile and use

is to somebody’s confidence and their relationships.” Brittany adds that while they chose Shannon as the ultimate winner of the glam giveaway, she and Jason decided there were other applicants they felt compelled to help. They chose an additional six applicants and personally paid for their smile to be fixed by Dr. Kasiar as well. “When you know something is going to impact someone’s life so positively, why wouldn’t you do it if you can?”

Dr. Kasiar explains, “My responsibility was to make sure I got through every one of those 1,000 videos. It took me two or three weeks to watch them all. It was my entire day, between patients, after work, laying in bed. They had stories you can’t believe – what these people have gone through. There were a lot of people in need.

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So what was it about Shannon that led her to the ultimate prize? “Initially, I didn’t know what I was looking for in a winner. I was just watching with an open heart and open mind. Everybody’s story was so different. That’s what made it very difficult to choose just one. Shannon was so intelligent, so well spoken and she wanted to have a future in public speaking but wasn’t confident enough.

That’s what broke our hearts about it. Her future is so bright and she has teeth that she’s not confident about.

We wanted to give her that because we know the sky’s the limit for her. We knew there was something really special about her,” answers Brittany.

Shannon asserts, “I was already a happy, positive smiley person but everyone says since this has happened, my confidence has gone up a bit. They’d say, ‘I don’t know why you don’t like your teeth. I like your smile.’ But I had to feel it. It has already and will continue to change my life. And everybody involved in the process has been so helpful since day one and it’s such a good feeling to feel like everyone else is excited too. I feel very very lucky. I know how badly I wanted something like this. Everything fell into place and was meant to be.”

Dr. Kasiar wants the goodwill to continue. “Throughout the whole process of the giveaway we kept seeing so many people in need of dental treatment, but either couldn’t afford it or didn’t have access to it. Luckily, we were able to help a total of seven individuals and change their lives by giving them their smile back. We wanted to help everyone but just didn’t have the means to do it. So to help even more people get access to the dental treatment they need, I founded Second Chance Smiles which is a nonprofit organization that will help raise money for this cause. Our hope is that we can transform many more lives through this organization by raising the money necessary to give people their smile and confidence back.”

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in street DAVID MILES SUFFERED MASSIVE HEART ATTACK RIDING THROUGH LEIPER’S FORK — LUCKILY, BILL FRIST RAN OUT OF GAS NEARBY

ARTICLE PAUL STANLEY | PHOTOGRAPHY ALI MILLER

BESIDES A BRISK, SOUTHERLY WIND, THE WEATHER ON

TURNING LEFT WAS THE RIGHT CHOICE

SUNDAY, FEB. 9, 2020, SEEMED IDEAL FOR A BICYCLE RIDE.

Around the same time, the cyclists rode

About 10 cyclists departed Franklin, hoping to burn a few calories

upon the intersection of Boyd Mill and

along Williamson County’s gorgeous rural roads. Within an hour, the

Hillsboro Roads. The day’s outing had

lives of friends and strangers would change.

already encountered problems. Mike Webb

The original Puckett’s Grocery is located in Leiper’s Fork’s scenic

had not one, but two flats early on. Given the

village, southwest of Franklin. It’s a well-known spot for locals and

challenges of a 20-plus mile per hour wind,

tourists to gather. On this particular winter day, a group of motorcy-

along with Webb’s untimely repairs, most of

clists enjoyed buckets of beer under the 60-degree sun. Others ate

the group decided to shorten the route and

barbecue, hearing locals discussing the art of songwriting by the fire

call it a day. Four others continued.

pit. A larger group ate inside while listening to a local country band.

I arrived at Puckett’s about 1 p.m. to meet friends. I soon spotted the familiar face of a former boss eating with his family.

David

Miles,

Jamie

Putman,

Pete

Cacchioli, and Scott Shaw, turned left toward “The Fork.” The latter three were

Before Bill Frist served Tennessee as a U.S. Senate Majority

strong riders and they pledged to help Miles

Leader, he gained notoriety as one of the nation’s best heart sur-

keep pace. “I could tell David was struggling,

geons. During his first term in Washington, Frist used his medical

but I encouraged him to stay and ‘press on,’”

skills to treat and save others. Once a doctor, always a doctor.

Putman told me, recalling the day’s events.

After settling his tab, we spent a few minutes chatting. Besides his venture capital work, we talked about each other’s podcast proj-

“David told us to ride ahead and that he would meet us at Puckett’s.”

ects. He gleamed with the excitement of a gentleman farmer when

David, a stocky construction manager,

we transitioned to the many projects he completed on his nearby

was accustomed to long rides. Nonetheless,

property, mainly his latest hobby of restoring a 1951 Chevy pickup.

a few extra pounds probably added to

The truck’s faulty gas gauge was the true reason for his timely visit.

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David Miles

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HOMETOWN HERO (CONTINUED) Left to Right: Jamie, David, Pete, Becky and Mike

gatherings made the ride more daunting; that and the headwind.

Peddling might be easier if he could catch up and allow his buddies to ride ahead to break the wind. That was everyone’s plan.

The trio quickly navigated the steady hill to rest and allow their buddy to catch up and recuperate.

Pete and Scott stopped at Puckett’s. Jamie pulled into the parking lot of the Country Boy restaurant. “The last thing I recall is seeing

Alexis Vandernat, a well-known customer of Puckett’s, was intertwined in conversation with a musician by the firepit when she heard a crash.

“Something sounded like a loud trash can hitting the pavement,” noted Ms. Vandernat. “When I jumped up and looked, people began surrounding the cyclist. I turned and told someone to call 911. They said we should wait a minute, to which I replied, ‘He doesn’t have a minute!’ I Immediately dialed 911.”

the ‘General Lee’ and ‘Mayberry’ cars parked near where Southall

A cardiac nurse eating at Country Boy reacted immediately, rush-

meets Hillsboro Road,” David recalls. Jamie spotted his friend from a

ing to assist. Another man, thought to be a veterinarian or someone

distance and became concerned as David inched closer.

with EMT training, also offered to help.

“Instead of riding in a straight line, David was ‘snaking,’ meaning he was weaving from one side to the other up the hill. When I saw

A COLLECTIVE CALMNESS APPEARS

his eyes, I knew something wasn’t right because he wasn’t looking

Tracy Frist stood with her husband filling a gas can when she saw

at me, but through me. Straddling the centerline, David suddenly fell

Miles drop. Nudging her husband, he quickly walked over to assess

hard, his head and body hitting the pavement just past Puckett’s gas

the situation. Perhaps a cramp or rock caused the fall. With Putman

pumps. So hard, it cracked David’s helmet. I immediately ran to him.”

at his side, Miles wasn’t moving. The former heart surgeon knelt to

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diagnose the rider. Miles’s heart wasn’t beating, and he was

Suddenly, a man, possibly one of the first of two Sheriff’s

in full cardiac arrest. Without immediate medical interven-

Deputies to arrive, had a defibrillator. Frist now had the

tion, he would soon die.

life-saving device he needed.

“I was talking to David, trying to revive him when a man

An Automated External Defibrillator is designed for ease of

who looked familiar walked up,” noted Putman, describing

use. Pads (known as electrodes) are connected to the patient,

the moment Frist appeared. “A ‘collective calmness’ came

allowing the device to access the electrical output of the heart.

about when he told us he was a former heart surgeon and

The intent is to shock the heart back into rhythm. If one is war-

for everyone to back up. He didn’t raise his voice or lose his

ranted, the internal battery prepares the unit. It’s imperative no

cool, but confidently took charge.”

one is touching the patient when the shock is delivered.

Transplanting hearts in a controlled setting is difficult.

“I’ve never seen a defibrillator used,” said Putman.

Treating someone who’s just experienced a massive heart

“David’s a stout boy, and when Dr. Frist hit him the first time,

attack in the middle of the road with no medical equipment

his entire body came off the pavement. It’s much different

is even more daunting. Training and experience guided the

than seeing it on TV.”

former surgeon’s next moves.

Once wasn’t enough. Chest compressions and breath-

“He had no effective heartbeat and no palpable blood

ing were immediately restarted. The first shock is between

pressure, and was almost certainly in ventricular fibrillation,”

120-200 joules. If a second shock is required, the unit

said Frist. “As a heart surgeon, I can say that someone in

automatically increases the amount, usually to 200J, then

complete cardiac arrest in the field and requiring prolonged

300J, before maxing out at 360J. A minute later, a second

CPR with mouth-to-mouth resuscitation efforts rarely sur-

electrical joint lifted the cyclist from his horizontal position.

vives, especially when a defibrillator isn’t handy. Immediate

Someone found a pulse.

action on everyone’s part saved his life.”

The clock was ticking, but Miles’ heart wasn’t. Frist

“His heart began beating after the second shock,” Frist said, exhausted from his life saving efforts.”

told his nephew to try and locate a defibrillator. Not a single store had one.

LUCK AND A SECOND CHANCE

Realizing the importance of adequate blood flow and con-

A relief fell upon the group when Miles responded, his eyes

sistent oxygen levels, Frist forcefully thumped and then began

moving. Five minutes later, the ambulance arrived. Miles was

pumping Miles’ chest, stopping only to focus on transferring

stabilized and lifted into the rear door. Becky Webb, Mike’s

his own breath into the lifeless cyclist. The nurse attempted

wife, arrived and jumped in to accompany their friend.

to locate a pulse in the patient’s neck while Putman tried the same around his groin area. Neither found a pulse.

After finishing my conversation with Bill, I stayed inside to catch up with an old friend. I had lost track of time, but

At least one, if not multiple 911 calls alerted first respond-

apparently, 15 minutes had elapsed when I walked back

ers. No ambulance was nearby. Frist continued forceful chest

outside. An ambulance sat parked in the street. Traffic was

compressions and intermittent mouth-to-mouth breathing,

backed up in both directions.

mentioning afterward that he thought he had broken Miles’ sternum. That was the least of either men’s worries.

“What the hell just happened?” I asked Alexis, still standing at the fire pit.

CONTINUED >

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HOMETOWN HERO (CONTINUED) David Miles

“A man fell off his bike and apparently suffered a heart attack. That man over there,” pointing at Frist, “saved his life. I’ve never seen anything like it.”

My former boss stood about thirty yards behind the ambulance, looking down at his phone. I walked straight toward him. “Bill, what happened?”

“That man,” pointing to the ambulance, “suffered a massive heart attack, and I had to revive him. You know, most people don’t like to use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation techniques, but that’s the only real way to immediately push air into the lungs,” he casually said, as if advising a group of medical residents.

Today wasn’t the only time I had witnessed Bill Frist exercise a “collective calmness.” If needed, he wouldn’t hesitate for a second to save any life, and we would be damned lucky to have him around. I’m confident David Miles feels the same.

LIVING TO RIDE ANOTHER DAY After the ambulance left, we realized no one knew the injured cyclist’s name. A rumor circulated that he had died, yet no one knew for sure.

Before leaving, Bill asked me to relay any news if I heard anything.

The following day I called the Williamson County Sheriff’s department to inquire about the rider’s fate. Did the rider survive? Privacy laws make learning such information challenging.

I spoke with the public affairs officer, who, at the time, wasn’t aware of the incident. I relayed Sunday’s event and informed her that Sen. Frist had saved the man’s life and that I would appreciate any information if and when it was available.

Weeks later my phone rang. It was David Miles. He was told that I had inquired about his condition. More importantly, he wanted to thank Bill Frist and everyone involved in saving his life.

Miles was transported to St. Thomas Hospital and admitted into their cardiac intensive care unit. After a series of tests, Dr. Mark Robbins placed a stent in Miles’ artery on Monday. He was released on Tuesday, just in time to celebrate Valentine’s Day with his now fiance, Karen Paris.

The following week he was back at work and in the gym days later. After having minor repairs made to his bike, Miles rode 25-miles on March 26.

What stood out when I began writing this story was where everyone’s individual account of the day ended. Everyone expressed their own unique perspective. Yet, without fail, everyone made a startling similar comment: “If Bill Frist had not been nearby, David Miles would not be alive today.” Included in that sentiment is David Miles.

“Lot’s of things happened that day,” Miles later recounted. “And if any one of those events were altered, I wouldn’t be alive. I am truly thankful for everyone who helped, and I am blessed to live and to ride another day.”

I had to ask Miles one last question. Are you doing anything different after the incident? “I’m definitely going to church more and saying a few extra prayers. Something like this makes us realize how fortunate we are.”

If anyone knows the identity of the nurse who assisted, please contact us so we can pass the information along to David. He’s also looking forward to personally thanking Sen. Frist. Please make time to learn CPR and other emergency procedures that could save someone else’s or even your life. Thanks to the generosity of others, Puckett’s restaurant now has a defibrillator.

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B I G G E ST F E ARS/CO N CE R N S "It’s an honor to walk alongside someone in their darkest days of divorce," assures Keri. “We know most people feel fearful, alone, overwhelmed and unsure. We address all concerns, and provide as many options as possible so our clients can make ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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R E PR E S E NTATI O N Keri says Starting Point clients save 70-80% in legal fees and unnecessary battles. Lawyers confirm that Starting Point professionals assist greatly by preparing clients for the many issues, enabling them to laser-focus on legal aspects.

Keri Gwynne, Starting Point Divorce Advocacy founder

D E S I R E D G OAL S Starting Point helps clients deal with emotional aspects, such as keeping homes, alimony, child custody and fear of post-divorce life. Diane Marks, Starting Point communications director, says the team offers monthly speaking topics, workshops and groups. "We help clients transition socially by meeting new friends and introducing various interest events in meetup groups and online channels," she adds.

Note: This Franklin-based team offers a complimentary, 30-minute consultation and an online questionnaire. Additionally, Starting Point Ministries is the group’s new nonprofit arm. info@startingpointadvocacy.com 888.597.6423 StartingPointAdvocacy.com

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