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LIFESTYLE LETTER

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AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES. The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us— remembering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past; looking back on turkey disaster stories, mornings watching the Thanksgiving Day parade, or afternoons spent curled up on the couch after one too many pieces of pie; thinking of the people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year.

As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and, most meaningfully, the stories from all of you that have made what we do possible. We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you to take the opportunity in the spirit of giving to donate to local organizations or charities giving back locally.

In this issue, we take time to think of our first responders and, in particular, the Cocoa Beach Fire Department, who doesn't always get to spend Thanksgiving at home. We want to thank all of the brave men and women in uniform for always being there for us in our time of need. For that, we are truly grateful.

We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018 FEATURES 14 Exciting Culinary Creations for Thanksgiving Guests and Pets Alike Whip Up Something New This Thanksgiving with Pets and People in Mind

18 (Not) Home for the Holidays: Cocoa Beach Fire Department Family Ties: How First Responders Spend the Holidays

25 Hospice of St. Francis: Neighbor Helping Neighbor Hospice of St. Francis, a Place Where Brevard County Residents Can Turn to for Support

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28 Merritt Island Presbyterian Church Preschool More than just a Preschool

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Culinary Creations

25 Inspired By 28 Local’s Choice 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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Cocoa Beach Art Show & Music Fest Held in Downtown Cocoa Beach, the Cocoa Beach Art Show & Music Fest is the place to be during Thanksgiving weekend. Enjoy beautiful unique art, food and live entertainment—a perfect weekend of fun and festivities you won’t want to miss!

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AROUND TOWN + Nonprofit Business Champion: Keep Brevard Beautiful, Inc. Photos courtesy of TSS Photography of Merritt Island More than 200 chamber partners, their families and friends regaled in the event’s theme, Celebrating Success.

2018 BUSINESS CHAMPION OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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associated with Salute to Brevard, the guest purchasing the tickets must present proof of residency in the form of a driver’s license or utility bill. As part of the initiative, visitor complex guests are encouraged to bring canned goods and non-perishable food items, baby formula and food, and hygiene products to donate to Brevard County Sharing Centers. For more information, visit KennedySpaceCenter.com.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

EXCITING CULINARY CREATIONS FOR THANKSGIVING GUESTS AND PETS ALIKE

WHIP UP SOMETHING NEW THIS THANKSGIVING WITH PETS AND PEOPLE IN MIND

THE HOLIDAYS ARE UPON US, AND WHILE THEY ARE

ARTICLE REBECCA WEST

NOTHING THAT SAYS WE CAN'T ADD A LITTLE VARIETY

PHOTOGRAPHY HASSAN PATTERSON

FILLED WITH TIME-HONORED TRADITIONS, THERE'S AND SPICE TO THE MENU TO LIVEN THINGS UP NOW AND AGAIN. While you may count on mom's sausage stuffing and Aunt Peggy's green bean casserole, we've got a recipe straight from Cocoa Beach's very own Flavour Kitchen courtesy of chef Jason Bunin that just might become a new family favorite.

And speaking of family, don't forget Fido and Spot this year when it comes to Turkey Day treats. We've got some pet-safe

Pumpkin cookies for dogs

Note: Uncooked pumpkin, sweet potato and yam cut in 3/4-inch slices all make great healthy snacks for dogs when dehydrated, too. You can also puree leftover veggies, cranberry sauce and/ or pumpkin pie filling mixed with or without a little gravy for another holiday treat dogs will love.

Remember, everything in moderation.

Bon appétit!

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HOLIDAY DOG TREATS

recipes for them, as well!

PUMPKIN COOKIE RECIPE FOR DOGS Yield: 10-15 cookies with an estimated 50-70 calories per cookie, depending on size.

With all the people food during the holidays, it’s only fair to include the dogs in the feasting. Tip: If you decided to carve pumpkins this year for Halloween, don’t be in such a hurry to discard those shells. They can make the basis for healthy snack options for pets.

INGREDIENTS ++ 1 cup pumpkin puree ++ 2 tablespoons honey ++ 1 large egg ++ 1 tablespoon applesauce ++ 3/4 cup and 2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and cover a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

2. Combine pumpkin puree, honey, egg and applesauce together with a mixer. Blend well.

3. Add flour and stir until all ingredients are fully combined.

4. Refrigerate for one hour or overnight and make the following day.

5. Bake for 18-22 minutes.

6. Cool before serving.

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FOR YOU BLACK-LACQUERED CANDY YAMS “When candied yams are infused with vanilla licorice at your family dinner table, this surprise will become an instant classic Thanksgiving delight,” Jason says.

INGREDIENTS ++ 6 medium fancy yams, peeled and quartered ++ 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce ++ 1/2 cup molasses ++ 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar ++ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

TURKEY

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Homemade jerky from leftover white or dark turkey meat produces a

++ 1/4 cup honey

crispy, crunchy treat that’s preservative-free and easy to make.

++ 1/4 cup maple syrup

DIRECTIONS

++ 1 teaspoon ginger puree ++ 6 cloves garlic ++ 1 teaspoon ground anise ++ 1/2 cup scallions, chopped DIRECTIONS 1. On low heat, bring all ingredients except scallions to simmer.

Cook until liquid is reduced by half.

2. Add yams and cook until soft, about 15 minutes.

3. Turn off heat and let sit for another 15 minutes in liquid.

4. Transfer yams onto plate and sprinkle with scallions.

5. Enjoy!

1. Pour between a 1/4 to a 1/2 cup of olive oil (depending on the amount of meat) in a sealable container or Ziplock bag, and add a few tablespoons of fresh parsley finely chopped and a little garlic powder.

2. Add leftover meat and burp the container or bag, shake, and let the mixture marinate for a few hours (or overnight if meat is overcooked or really dry).

3. Preheat oven to 150-160 degrees F. Remove meat from marinade and lay flat on drying racks over lined cookie sheets or directly on parchment paper. Slow cook with the oven door cracked a few inches for 3 to 5 hours, depending on thickness of meat. End product should be crispy and crunchy when done. Cool and store appropriately.

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( N O T ) H O M E F O R T H E H O L I D AYS :

COCOA BEACH FAMILY TIES: HOW FIRST RESPONDERS SPEND THE HOLIDAYS

FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR MANY PEOPLE, IT’S EASY TO FORGET THAT

of an eight- or 10-hour shift and salvage what’s left of the day.

SPENDING THE HOLIDAYS WITH FAMILY IS NOT

Their shifts last 24 hours. They are a resilient bunch, however,

A FOREGONE CONCLUSION FOR EVERYONE. We

and manage to keep spirits bright with some fine traditions of

often take for granted that there’s a choice, which

their own.

isn’t the case with first responders who, like many peo-

At Station 51 in Cocoa Beach, fire personnel that find themselves

ple, have to show up for duty, regardless of when it falls

working during Thanksgiving or Christmas don’t need to worry

on the calendar.

about missing out on spending it with their loved ones. Like stations

The difference with firefighters is that, unlike most other jobs, they don’t even get to go home at the end

all across America, they invite family members to join them in what many consider their second home.

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Deputy Fire Chief Mark Austin shared how he and the rest of the crew at Station 51 handle holidays, and it just might surprise you how adaptable and inclusive they are.

HOW DO YOU AND THE CREW HANDLE HOLIDAYS AWAY FROM HOME WHEN YOU'RE ON DUTY AT THE STATION? We plan to have a meal together as a single station, or we might invite one of the other stations to come join us, if it's a smaller station, to have a bigger group and share some of the load of planning the meal.

And sometimes—where I retired from, Orlando Fire, we'd invite the neighboring jurisdiction, one of their stations that was close to us. We would invite them and have the same kind of meal a family would have at home.

But we'd also invite the families of those people that were on duty that day to come up to the station and make it a nice family meal there. We do the same thing here at Station 51.

I'M ASSUMING EVERYBODY PROBABLY TAKES TURNS ON PREPARING CERTAIN THINGS, KIND OF LIKE A POTLUCK-TYPE THING? Oh, yeah, exactly. Usually, there's a master chef in the station, and he'll do the main thing, be it a turkey or standing rib roast or something like that.

That person is the master coordinator. We also, fortunately, have a nice, big commercial kitchen.

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And then some of the families will bring a dessert or a side dish to go along with the meal, but the main things we usually take care of at the station.

Our headquarters station is relatively new, and during storm events and evacuations due to hurricanes, we keep a certain number of people here for City Operations. That includes the city manager, mayor, police department personnel, as well as up-staffing our personnel, which brings the total to almost 40 people.

During these events, we coordinate the meals leading up to these things to make sure everybody is tended to throughout.

ARE THERE ANY KIND OF TRADITIONS THAT YOU HAVE WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITY SUCH AS OUTREACH PROGRAMS OR HOMELESS PROJECTS FOR THOSE LESS FORTUNATE? I do know that here in Cocoa Beach our Benevolent is very good at adopting a family during the Christmas holidays and such. They will adopt a family that we hear of or come across that might need some support during that time and help with Christmas with food and gifts, things like that. They donate to the family to help get them through the holiday season.

THAT'S FANTASTIC. HOW ARE THEY BROUGHT TO YOUR ATTENTION? ARE THEY FOLKS YOU'VE MAYBE RUN ACROSS ON YOUR ROUNDS, OR DO PEOPLE FROM THE COMMUNITY MAYBE VOLUNTEER POTENTIAL PICKS FOR THAT KIND OF A SITUATION? HOW DOES THAT COME ABOUT? Yes, exactly. We will find out sometimes through running an alarm or somebody will bring them to our attention through word of mouth. We'll hear something and address it like that.

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MATTHEW ERICSON FIRE-MEDIC

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU CAN SHARE WITH US AS FAR AS HOW FIREFIGHTERS IN COCOA BEACH DEAL WITH HOLIDAY SITUATIONS

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HELPING THE COMMUNITY? One of the things that's done in particular here in Cocoa Beach is during the Thanksgiving weekend—besides Thanksgiving taking place, they also have the art festival that takes place here in Cocoa Beach, and during that time is when the firefighters do their fundraiser.

It's the Chili Fest, and they cook chili and sell it during the art festival. They've been doing that 32 years, and it's a very popular thing. We set up tables and chairs while the art show is going on. People can stroll by and get chili and a water or a soda or get a hot dog, and it's a great fundraiser for us.

We get a lot of support from the community to help to sponsor that, and it's a wonderful, won-

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derful event, and the guys and their families do an outstanding job.

WHAT DO THE PROCEEDS END UP GOING TO? The proceeds end up going to the Benevolent Association. That's some of the funding we use to help fund those families in need.

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To give you an idea of the scope of their job, the City of Cocoa Beach Fire Department serves

L-R: Justin Grimes, Dustin Hendry, Matthew Ericson, Deputy Chief Mark Austin and Greg Willey

approximately 3.5 square miles of residential and commercial area as well as providing basic fire protection for the "Thousand Islands" area adjacent to Cocoa Beach in the Banana River.

As far as the citizenry, the CBFD serves a population of approximately 11,200 year-round residents as well as an influx of seasonal residents, tourists and visitors, which can increase the area's population to an average of 30,000 people a day during the tourist season.

That's a lot to take on, but the dedicated firefighters there seem to have it well in hand.

If you'd like to support CBFD in any of its charitable endeavors, contact the department for ideas on where your assistance could best be utilized.

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AS ANYONE WHO’S EVER DEALT WITH A TERMINAL ILL-

or to make a difference in someone else's life. What they all agree

NESS OR END-STAGE LIFE SITUATION KNOWS IT’S NOT

on—and often didn't expect—is the immense difference it's made in

SOMETHING YOU WANT TO ENDURE ALONE. It can be one

their own lives and how much they've gotten out of the experience.

of the most difficult and profound experiences you'll ever have to

Speaking of which, Hospice of St. Francis, like most hospice ser-

undergo, and Hospice of St. Francis understands how trying it can

vices, is always looking for volunteers. It doesn't take a lot of time

be, which is why they're there to help.

to perform (one to three hours a week), HOSF is extremely flexible

Founded in 1977 by registered nurse Emilie Sasko with the concept of neighbor helping neighbor, the nonprofit has

with scheduling and placement (field or office work), and ongoing training is provided—oh, and the rewards are immeasurable.

come a long way over the last four decades, but one thing has

Another area of their good works, which provides seemingly

remained the same: They are always there for you—and they

endless smiles to all who come into contact with them, is the

are all over the county.

inclusion of therapy dogs during visits. Pets are known to reduce

This is one of the more important aspects HOSF wants members of the community to know. It seems that with the construction

stress levels, promote a sense of well-being, alleviate depression and even boost levels of feel-good hormones like oxytocin.

and opening of their cozy 12-bed inpatient care center in Titusville

As you'd expect, these four-legged companions make the

back in 2014, many people are under the mistaken impression that

rounds with their trusted owners paying calls wherever their pres-

that's all there is to this invaluable service. But that's not the case.

ence might be welcome, which is just about everywhere they go.

HOSF's focus is on in-home services and quality of care because

The visits are short, only 15 to 20 minutes at a time, but the results

their goal is to keep people in familiar surroundings, wherever they

are far-reaching for everyone involved.

are, whenever possible. Recognizing that it can be completely

Recognizing that not everyone who wants to contribute to those

overwhelming without the proper resources in place, they serve

in crisis can get out and about, HOSF works with individuals who

the entire county, 24/7, going where they're needed most.

can help in their own unique ways. For some, it might be sewing or

Their visits extend to places such as nursing homes, hospitals and assisted living facilities. From Mims to Barefoot Bay, they're on it.

knitting, like volunteer Elaine Flynn who makes quilts.

Elaine donates handmade patriotic quilts to Hospice of St.

If you're not familiar with hospice and the dedicated folks who

Francis in conjunction with the We Honor Veterans program.

carry out their services, they are compassionate caregivers com-

The quilts are presented during pinning ceremonies to patients

mitted to sharing the heavy load. And it's not just for terminal

who are veterans in order to thank and honor them for their ser-

patients. Their support extends to the friends, family members and

vice to their country. The responses these heartfelt offerings elicit

loved ones who are there for the ailing.

can be quite emotional for both the recipients and the crafters of

The group serves as an emotional support system or safety net,

these thoughtful tokens of appreciation.

as it were, for anyone trying to navigate the choppy waters of termi-

We Honor Veterans is a program of the National Hospice and

nal illness, and it can be the life preserver that helps you survive the

Palliative Care Organization in collaboration with the Department

storm when the responsibility of caring for someone falls on you.

of Veterans Affairs. Due to their involvement, HOSF is always

But hospice couldn't do all the amazing work they do without the

looking for veterans to volunteer, as there is a shared camaraderie

aid of volunteers. Mary Larson, director of Community Relations at

between members of the military that spans all branches of the

Hospice of St. Francis, emphasized the importance of their marvel-

armed forces, making it easier to relate to other veterans.

ous volunteers and the integral role they play in the program.

This is just another example of the many caring and compassion-

While many of these earthbound angels are retirees, most say

ate programs HOSF is involved in. They also offer a bereavement pro-

they just wanted to be able to give something to those in need and/

gram and a child grief support program to the community free of charge.

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Care Center Volunteer

Elaine Flynn, volunteer crafter/quilter

Therapy Dog Athena

If you're interested in being a part of Hospice of St. Francis' good works, you can reach out to Vicky Hamilton or Lynn Hurd, coordinators of the Volunteer Services Department, for more information. HOSF can even tell you how to go about getting your own family pet certified for therapy work if you think he or she would be a good fit.

Groups like Hospice of St. Francis, who tirelessly perform self-sacrificing work for others, are just one more thing to be thankful for this year and every year.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

Merritt Island

Presbyterian Church Preschool

TRYING TO FIND THE RIGHT EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES FOR YOUR KIDS CAN BE A TASK. That's because there are so many things to consider when choosing the right schools to ensure the proper fit for your child's needs. This can be especially daunting when they're just starting out.

What is the curriculum? How much structure do they provide? Is it a safe environment? Will they instill confidence and encourage creativity? And those are just a sampling of the laundry list of concerns.

A number of parents in Merritt Island have found the answers they're looking for in the Merritt Island Presbyterian Church Preschool located at 155 Cone Road.

Since 1965, MIPC has offered a preschool and childcare facility to members of the local community, with the goal of providing a Christian environment where children will build a strong foundation of early learning experiences.

MORE THAN JUST A PRESCHOOL, MIPC PROVIDES

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"Most of the staff have been employed with MIPCP for over 10 years, which is part of what makes us stand out: our extremely low turnover rate, along with providing high-quality care with a Christian curriculum," says Director Tammy Lewis.

The facility is much more than your average preschool. There's also a Healthy Me program where children are taught about the importance of proper diet and exercise.

In the fall, youngsters are also instructed on how to grow vegetables. This includes the care and cultivation of the plants along with education on their nutritional benefits and, of course, a tasting of the fruits of their labor.

They also offer a carry-in library where once a week voluntary pre-kindergartners can pick out a book, which is then read to them, and another to check out and take home for reading with their parents.

With the aid of four fluent instructors, the daycare recently started teaching Spanish to little ones age 2 and up, giving the kids a jump start on mastering bilingual skills early on while their minds are still malleable. The children are also reminded regularly of their specialness and uniqueness.

Last year, MIPCP expanded their infant and toddler room and put in a mothers' nursing area where new moms can come in on their lunch breaks and feed their babies with some privacy.

Pastor Karen Crawford with the kids

This year, the school has plans for purchasing a van in order Ready to learn?

to launch a before-and-after program in 2019 where kids can be safely transported to and from local elementary schools. The plans include a homework room as well. They'll also have a summer camp where kids can experience field trips.

There are a number of programs MIPCP offers beyond childcare in order to help families remain strong. For instance, MIPC's Pastor, Rev. Karen Crawford, offers her time if a family needs counseling; if requested, resources for families include information on parenting classes; and Pastor Crawford also does chapel with preschool and VPK kids every Wednesday morning.

In their ongoing efforts to provide the best possible services to community members, MIPCP is always searching for opportunities to grow, more parent involvement and feedback on how they can improve with a view toward the future. Now, that sounds like a plan.

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PARTING THOUGHTS

WHY SKIPPING A GENERATION CAN BE A GOOD THING

GENERATION-SKIPPING TRANSFER TRUSTS ALLOW YOU TO PASS DOWN YOUR WEALTH IN A TAX-EFFICIENT WAY

THE NEW TAX LAW, PASSED IN LATE DECEMBER, TEMPORAR-

access at the trustee’s discretion, depending on your objectives. The

ILY RAISED THE LIFETIME EXCLUSION FOR ESTATE, GIFT AND

underlying assets will transfer tax-free to the generation after.

GENERATION-SKIPPING TAXES TO JUST OVER $11 MILLION PER PERSON. The higher exemption, which adjusts for inflation

+ You can fund a generation-skipping trust with up to $11.2 million,

while in effect, sunsets at the end of 2025.

allocating your lifetime exemption and your GST exemption to the

That means, for the next eight years, each person can gift or transfer

trust to avoid gift tax as well as future GST tax liability.

up to $11.2 million without having to pay federal gift or estate taxes. That amount doubles for couples and can be combined with the annual gift

+ Once the exemption is applied, future appreciation of the trust assets

exclusion, which allows you to give $15,000 in 2018 to any number of

is allocated to the trust beneficiaries directly. If the trust is irrevocable,

people without reducing your federal lifetime gift tax exemption.

your family won’t have to pay GST tax even if the trust assets appreciate

In effect, federal estate taxes will be rendered moot for all but the

considerably after your gift is complete.

wealthiest of Americans. But the tax is steep on the amount that exceeds the limit: 40 percent. Note that the generation-skipping transfer (GST)

+ Estate and tax planning is complicated; layering on temporary

tax, imposed at a 40 percent flat rate, is in addition to gift or estate tax,

rules that may or may not be made permanent dials up the complexity

depending on whether the transfer is made during life or at death.

when it comes to navigating federal estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer taxes as well as state estate or inheritance taxes. You’ll want expert guides—your advisor, accountant and lawyer come to mind—to help you take maximum advantage of the generationskipping transfer tax lifetime exemption.

Please note, changes in tax laws may occur at any time and could have a substantial impact upon each person’s situation. Raymond James does not provide tax or legal advice. You should discuss tax or legal matters with the appropriate professional

Of course, when it comes to financial planning, taxes should take the backburner to achieving your goals, but they should be considered—especially now that you have an opportunity to transfer more wealth to your family through existing or newly formed irrevocable trusts, including generation-skipping trusts.

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SKIPPING GENERATIONS FOR A REASON, OR THREE One strategy is the generation-skipping trust, which bypasses your immediate children in order to benefit your grandchildren even more down the line. There are three key reasons to do so: + This helps protect significant family wealth from substantial future tax liability. This is especially beneficial if your children are financially comfortable, and you want to provide for your grandchildren or even your great-grandchildren. Your children can benefit from the income generated by the assets in the trust, but they don’t own the assets in the trust and can be given no access to the trust principal or limited 34

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