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LIFE CAPTURED 39 Melissa Groo SEA LIFE 44 Hatchling Sea Turtles Take to the Seas

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LIFE’S A BEACH 48 Octo Girl: Inspiring Ocean Advocacy LIFE SUPPORT 50 Celebrate Life: 6th Annual Paddle in Pink SPECIAL SECTION: LIFE WITH CANCER 52 It’s all about Perspective 53 Brenton’s Battle Continues 54 The Gift 55 Being Present 56 Don’t Ignore the Signs and Symptoms 57 Staying Afloat 58 The Art of Living 59 Implant to Explant

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LIFE WELL LIVED 60 From Surviving to Thriving 61 Boob-eez Has Got You Covered 62 Transform Your Smile 63 Being Fit to Fight Cancer 64 Understanding CBD Oil

22 The Bahamas’ Best Kept Secret 24 Fabulous Flamingos 38 Find Your Flock

LIFE REMEMBERED 66 Honor and Remembrance Flourishes LIFE ARTISTIC 68 Ride the Wave: An Artistic Evolution 70 Tattoo: The Renaissance of Body Art LIFE STYLED 72 ‘Something Borrowed’ from Hazel House 74 Color Your World Coral LIFE WELL FED 76 Cobalt Restaurant: Chef Guerrero 78 Chelsea’s: All You Need is Love LIFE EXPLORED 80 Eco-Friendly Costa Rica LIFE WELL FISHED 82 Enjoy the Mullet Run PLANT LIFE 84 Seeking Lawn & Order to Protect Our Lagoon LIFE LOCAL 86 Loco for CocoLocalNut LIFE WELL LOVED 88 Must Love Flamingos IT’S A DOG’S LIFE 90 7 Common Causes of Ear Infections 92 A Brand New Home: Vero Beach Veterinary WELL VESTED 93 Financial Peace of Mind 94 In Most Instances Estates Have NO Tax—Or Do They?

IN EVERY ISSUE 20 Life Well Said 21 This Is Us 96 Oceanside Business District 98 Playful Agenda 100 Eat, Shop, Play Directory 103 There’s An App For That 106 Life in the Stars

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Let’s Flamingle!

It’s hard to believe the months of September and October are here.

Time really does fly! This issue is dedicated to the West Indian flamingos. I absolutely LOVE them. They are our mascot for our annual Paddle in Pink breast cancer event that will take place October 5 at Costa d’Este.

Five years ago, and again last year, I battled breast cancer and was supported by so many in this wonderful community. Our event is a day to celebrate life. I hope you will join us!

Gracing our cover are two West Indian flamingos that call the Historic Walton House in Homestead home. This beautiful shot was taken by Joel Roque, our South Florida photographer whom you might recall from our March/April issue on the Everglades. We loved road tripping south and shooting at the Historic Walton House.

It’s such a beautiful venue for weddings, events and just a cool place to escape the daily grind.

Our cover model, Olivia Assaf, is a beautiful mom of two little boys, a local resident of Vero Beach, and she is also one of my dearest friends. September just happens to be her birthday month so it’s an honor to have her on my cover. Let’s all wish Olivia a happy birthday on September 5! You can follow her on @oliviaassaf and see her amazing and inspiring posts.

For our main feature, we are completely obsessed with Melissa Groo’s flamingo photographs that she shot on location on Great Inagua Island, a remote island at the southern tip of the Bahamas. Inagua National Park is also home to the Morton Salt Company, and hosts the largest breeding population of West Indian flamingos—more than 70,000! Today, Henry Nixon, the park’s warden, is still guiding tourists and scientists around the island. His family was instrumental in protecting these majestic flocks since the 1950s. At the beginning of the 1900s, flamingo populations were almost extinct, hunted for food and their colorful feathers.

Thanks to Henry, his family, and many others, they significantly changed the flamingo population on this remote island, proving once again that one person can make a difference. We hope you will be inspired!

As our summer days roll into fall and the kids go back to school, we’re lucky to call this community home where we still get to enjoy an endless summer all year long. Make a habit of taking an evening stroll on the beach, take the boat out for a sunset cruise, and soak up this picturesque paradise. Life is good!

Photography by JOEL ROQUE

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September-October 2019 x Vol. 9 Issue 5 Contact Us Editor@Portfolio-VeroBeach.com (321) 438-8733 PO Box 648155, Vero Beach, FL 32964-8155 Owner/Editor/Sales/Creative/Delivery Penny Tranchilla Art Director Christina Alta Luboski, altagraphicdesign.com Contributing Copy Editor Kelly Bruce Contributing Photographers Kelly Bruce, @rivetedroost Emily Clinton @ellajphoto Melissa Groo @melissagroo Reilly Koontz, @reillykoontz Joe Rimkus, @photosbyjoecool Alyssa Tranchilla, @alyssatranchilla Penny Tranchilla, @n2sup_penny Charlotte Tripson, @charlotteanabar Social Marketing & Brand Communications Reilly Koontz Photo Editor Alyssa Tranchilla Contributing Writers Kelly Bruce Tiffany Corr Susan Harris Quinn Hiaasen Reilly Koontz Beth Sembler Penny Tranchilla Contributing Stylists Oliva Assaf David Busch Web Designer Charlotte Tripson Delivery Assistant Morgan Jeremy

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It is home. ~Gary Snyder

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Inagua The Bahamas’ Best Kept Secret

As you gaze upon Inagua’s bright pink expanse of West Indian flamingos, it’s hard to believe they were nearly hunted to extinction for food and feathers.

As the southernmost island, Inagua is prized as the Bahamas “best kept secret.” Inagua is the third largest island in the Bahamas archipelago, boasting 600 square miles and is home to an abundance of wildlife. The name Inagua originates from the Spanish meaning “water is found here” or “in water.” The island is known for its endemic species, especially plants and reptiles. Lake Rosa, which is situated in the center of the island, is home to more bird life than anywhere else in the Bahamas. This includes the national bird of the Bahamas, the flamingo.

In the early 1950s, Henry Nixon’s father and uncle led Audubon Society Director of Research, Robert Porter Allen, in search of the world’s last breeding colonies of West Indian flamingos. Through their efforts, the Bahamian government created Inagua National Park in 1965 and the Nixons were named the caretakers. Today, this 183,740-acre wildlife sanctuary encompasses more than 50 percent of the island and Henry Nixon is the senior warden. There are approximately 60,000 flamingos and more than 130 other bird species living on the island.

Written CLEMENT MCINTOSH Photography by MELISSA GROO

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Fabulous Flamingos

Inagua is home to the largest colony of West Indies flamingos in the entire world. These flamingos display a natural deep pink color due to their daily diet: brine shrimp. Inagua possesses a large concentration of brine shrimp because of its high salt content. Morton Salt Factory, on Inagua, is one of the largest solar salt factories in the world, producing more than one million pounds of salt per year. This is the true definition of #saltlife.

The mutual relationship between the Morton Salt Factory and the flamingos makes Inagua a birders paradise.

The national park, Morton Salt and rich historical landmarks like the Inagua Lighthouse are the main attractions. It is also operated by the Bahamas National Trust and is internationally renowned for its flamingos.

Inagua is a bird watching paradise. Along with the flamingos, Inagua is home to more than 140 different species of birds like the Bahama parrot, the endemic Bahama woodstar hummingbird, now known as the Inagua woodstar, Bahama pintails, brown pelicans, tri-colored herons, snowy egrets, reddish egrets, stripe-headed tanagers, cormorants, roseate spoonbills, American kestrels, burrowing owls and so much more.

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Union Creek Reserve is another ecotourism destination.

The reserve primarily focuses on the preservation and growth of green sea turtles, which are also raised and released there.

Fun Fact

Green sea turtles were once on the brink of extinction, but once again, with the help of the Bahamas National Trust, they have made a recovery.

Flamingos hold their bent bills upside down while feeding.

Visit Inagua and explore this biodiverse paradise. Learn more on

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My only desire is an intimate infusion with nature, and the only fate I wish is to have worked and lived in harmony with her laws. ~ Claude Monet

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To cherish what remains of the Earth and to foster its renewal is our only legitimate hope of survival. ~ Wendell Berry

Flamingo Fun Fact

Flamingo chicks are born gray or white and take up to three years to reach their mature pink color.

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Flamingo Fun Fact

There are only 6 species of flamingos in the world.

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Flamingo Fun Fact

A flamingo chick’s bill is small and straight

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I was lying on sand behind a bush, trying my best to remain unseen by thousands of flamingos at their nesting colony in a lake

on Great Inagua, Bahamas. I was on assignment for @audubonsociety, visiting this population of American flamingos (80,000+) and chicks at their sacred island nursery. I’d come in a kayak before dawn, with two park rangers. It was the first time any human had set foot on this spit of land in years. Flamingos are very susceptible to disturbance, and if you approach while they’re on the nest, they may trample the eggs and young in their desperation to escape. This population doesn’t tolerate humans well, as they were once heavily hunted here.

Thanks to Bahamas National Trust, this area is now a protected national park. The rangers knew the flamingos were off nests by now, and the chicks were walking around, so there was no risk of trampling.

~ Melissa Groo, Photographer

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Flamingo Fun Fact

The word “Flamingo” comes from the Spanish and Latin word “Flamenco,” which means fire.

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Find Your Flock Birds of a feather flock together! Here are a few locations where you can interact with Florida’s famous flamingos.

Flamingo Gardens Flamingo Gardens is a 60-acre botanical garden and Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary, with more than 3,000 species of rare and exotic, tropical, subtropical, and native plants and trees. It’s home to the largest collection of native Florida wildlife including alligators, bobcats, eagles, otters, panthers, peacocks and flamingos! One of the biggest highlights at Flamingo Gardens is the Flamingo Pond where children can feed Caribbean flamingos as they relax in their lush natural environment full of tropical vegetation and sparkling waterfalls.

3750 S. Flamingo Road Davie, FL 33330 (954) 473-2955 FlamingoGardens.org Hialeah Park Racing & Casino In 1934, Joseph Widener imported the first flock of flamingos from Cuba to inhabit the infield lake at Hialeah Park. Since then, these colorful birds have become a widely recognized trademark of Hialeah Park and South Florida. The flamingo colony was hatched and raised all at the race track.

In fact, Hialeah Park is the only place the species has been successfully reproduced outside its wild state. On racing days, the flamingos take to the air in a breathtaking spectacle known as “The Flight of the Flamingos.”

It’s truly a sight you don’t want to miss!

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Capturing the Marvels of the Natural World

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elissa Groo is a wildlife photographer, writer and conservationist with a passion for educating people about the marvels of the natural world. She believes that photography can be both fine art and a powerful vehicle for storytelling, and considers herself a “wildlife biographer” as much as a wildlife photographer. It is her mission to raise awareness and change minds about not only the extrinsic beauty of animals, but also their intrinsic worth.

Melissa is an associate fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers. She writes a bimonthly column on wildlife photography for Outdoor Photographer magazine, and is a contributing editor to Audubon magazine. Her work is represented by National Geographic Image Collection.

She is passionate about ethics in wildlife photography. She advises the National Audubon Society on photography content and ethics, and created their Guide to Ethical Bird Photography with Kenn Kaufman. She has also advised National Wildlife Magazine and North American Nature Photography Association on guidelines for ethical wildlife photography, and she served as Chair of NANPA’s Ethics Committee from 2014-18. She remains on the Ethics Committee as a member, and also serves on NANPA’s Conservation Committee.

In 2017, Melissa was awarded the Katie O’Brien Lifetime Achievement Award by Audubon Connecticut for demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment to the conservation of birds, other wildlife and their habitats.

She also received NANPA’s Vision Award, given to a photographer every two years in recognition of early career excellence, vision and inspiration to others in nature photography, conservation and education.

Melissa worked for years at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology on elephant communication in the Bioacoustics Research Program. She was a research assistant for scientist Katy Payne on The Elephant Listening Project, and spent field seasons in the rainforest of central Africa studying forest elephants in the wild, where she learned to listen deeply and watch closely. She’s now back at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, working closely with the Lab’s “Bird Academy” throughout 2019 to create their first online bird photography course, for which she is the instructor. The course is slated for release in spring 2020.

Her photographs and articles have been published in numerous magazines including Smithsonian, Audubon, Outdoor Photographer, National Wildlife and Natural History.

In 2017, the Melissa Groo Gallery was installed at Audubon Greenwich in Greenwich, Connecticut. Melissa lives in Ithaca, New York.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens Sarasota Jungle Gardens is home to more than 200 native and exotic animals including birds of prey, parrots and macaws, primates, small mammals, snakes, lizards, iguanas, alligators, crocodiles and other reptiles.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens is also home to a large number of American flamingos and is one of the few zoos in the United States that allows their flock to roam freely around the park. These long-legged birds are not shy and often greet guests personally.

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This 100-year-old garden is home to 20 Chilean flamingos, lush with exotic plants, waterfalls and flowers.

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To learn more, visit MelissaGroo.com.

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Hatchling Sea Turtles Take to the Seas

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arch 1 to October 31 is a very special time for local beaches. It’s in this time frame that sandy beaches are visited by many sea turtles at night. These endangered animals haul themselves out of the water, up the beach and dig a hole to lay their eggs. Hatchlings take between 50-70 days to develop then, under the cover of night, they break out of their eggs, climb to the surface of the sand, then locate the ocean.

If they make it past the yellow-crowned night herons and ghost crabs, they’ll eventually crawl into the waves to continue their journey. It’s estimated that one out of 1,000 eggs laid will produce a turtle that survives and grows to an adult capable of reproducing. Like many baby animals, sea turtle hatchlings are vulnerable to threats such as natural predators and disorientation due to artificial lights. As a beachgoer, you might have seen hatchlings in person, heard about them, or perhaps saw a video of a cute baby crawling its way into the waves. You probably want to help the little guys, right?

Beachgoers interested in ensuring hatchlings make it the ocean can help in the following ways: 1. Keep the beach clean, flat and dark at night. Turning outdoor lights off at 9 p.m. and closing window blinds so indoor lights aren’t illuminating the beach will aid hatchlings in finding the ocean. Clearing beach furniture, boats, tents and other items from the beach daily will decrease the number of opportunities for turtles to become entangled. Fill large holes on the beach to prevent hatchlings from becoming trapped and expending extra energy.

2. Let hatchlings crawl to the ocean on their own. You’re welcome to keep birds and crabs away from the hatchling and observe from a respectful distance. However, they’re a federally protected species and handling hatchlings or adults is highly discouraged and unlawful.

3. If you encounter a turtle you believe is under distress, injured, sick or dead, please report the incident to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) 24-hour Wildlife Alert Number, 1-888-404-3922.

4. Come learn about sea turtles at a Public Turtle Dig event hosted by Coastal Connections Inc. Throughout July and the beginning of August, the non-profit partners with Indian River County to host a nest evaluation three days after a nest hatches. These free events are an opportunity to see science and research in action. The reproductive success of a nest is evaluated at a Public Turtle Dig. At the end of the turtle nesting season, all the data is reported back to FWC to inform conservation strategies.

Education is a crucial component to conservation efforts. By learning how your actions positively or negatively affect a species in danger of extinction, we can make a difference together.

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BECAUSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE IS AFFECTED BY CANCER.

Inspiring Ocean Advocacy

Meet Octopus Scientist, Chelsea Bennice

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nown as “Octo Girl,” Chelsea has spent more than 400 hours diving in South Florida on a quest to understand the ocean’s creatures, particularly octopuses, and she has zero plans to stop.

Originally from Ohio, Chelsea first fell in love with the ocean during a marine biology course in her sophomore year of high school. During her senior year, she took a family vacation to the U.S. Virgin Islands and had the chance to snorkel coral reefs and observe all the animals she had been reading about for years, like parrotfish and sea turtles.

“That’s when I knew I wanted to spend my life near the ocean studying marine science,” Chelsea explains.

After graduating from Ohio State University in 2008 with an undergraduate degree in biology, she moved to Florida for graduate school. For her doctoral work, which she completed this past May, she studied how two species of octopus—the common octopus and Atlantic longarm octopus—coexist beneath Blue Heron Bridge at Phil Foster Park in Riviera Beach, part of the Lake Worth Lagoon.

To determine how the two species live side-by-side peacefully, Chelsea spent years diving beneath the bridge to collect data. She marked the location of their dens, what they ate, and how they searched and hunted for food. To monitor the animals’ activity periods and to discover how potential predators influenced their behavior, she developed an underwater 24-hour camera.

She found that the two octopus species coexist by essentially, leading entirely different lives. While the common octopus lives in rocky areas, the longarm prefers a sandy bottom. The common octopus is most active at night and eats critters like snails and clams, while the longarm is active during the day and almost exclusively eats shrimp and crabs.

Chelsea is now collaborating with scientists at Nova Southeastern University to study the good bacterial community living on the octopus’s skin, called a microbiome.

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“Most octopuses observed in the wild do not have bacterial infections,” Chelsea says. “Evidence suggests that these microbiomes can limit the growth of the harmful bacteria and offer protection from infection.”

Chelsea will be the first to explore this question. “The ocean is my happy place,” she says. “If I’m having a hectic day, it seems to disappear once I put on my SCUBA gear and grab my camera.”

She’s also endlessly entertained by her study subjects, who often try to grab her camera and pull it into their dens.

“Luckily these octopuses are small (most of them are juveniles) and I win the tug-of-war game to get my camera back,” Chelsea says. “They may be small, but they are strong!”

Chelsea hopes to inspire others to love and care about our oceans. To do so, she does many educational talks at local dive shops and nature centers.

She also maintains educational Facebook and Instagram pages. For aspiring marine biologists, Chelsea’s message is simple: “Go for it! We need future marine biologists to help protect the oceans!”

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Celebrate Life

Costa d’Este Hosts 6th Annual Paddle in Pink

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addle in Pink began as a day of hope, celebrating life on the water after I was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014,” Founder Penny Tranchilla says.

“Every year since, we’ve hosted this special event because someone we love is affected by cancer.” In 2018, Penny battled breast cancer yet again. She has completed her treatment, and finds comfort and continued healing by paddling and from her amazing community of family and friends.

“Paddling was an integral part of my recovery and brought me so much joy and relaxation during a difficult time in my life,” Penny explains. “I want to share that joy with others. It was a natural fit to host a paddling event during October—breast cancer awareness month—this year to benefit Brenton’s Battle.”

Funds raised at Paddle in Pink will support Vero Beach local, Brenton Fannin, 14, in his continued fight against Osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Brenton was first diagnosed in 2018. Brenton attended school at Osceola Magnet and Storm Grove.

Due to his illness, he attends virtual school as a 9th grader.

Plan a staycay at Costa d’Este and live like a local. Room rates are discounted for the event. The party kicks off on Friday night at 6pm as we listen to the sounds of East Harbor playing on the pool deck of Costa d’Este. Food and drink specials are available.

On Saturday morning, start your day with yoga by Level Yoga or paddling (weather permitting) then stay to play at Costa d’Este. Mimosas and Muffins sponsored by Florida Cancer Specialists. Paddle in Pink is a free event with a variety of activities for all. Enjoy yoga, group paddle, live music, chance drawings and more.

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Brenton’s Battle Continues One Year Later, One Strong Family

What a difference a year can make.

Just last summer, I was undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. I was terrified, but the desire to live far outweighed my fear. Cancer changes a person. All the stuff that at the time seemed like big stuff, really wasn’t important in the grand scheme of things. What matters most is being with your loved ones, living the life you dream of, and never, ever taking life for granted. You must make your health a priority. Take care of you!

Every day that I wake up, I choose to be happy.

Even when things are stressful or difficult, I always try my best to look at the positive vs. the negative.

When someone close to you starts to become moodier than usual, distant, snarky, or exhibits behavior that really isn’t like them, consider that maybe they, too, have something bothering them. Show more patience, kindness, forgiveness…we all have battles within that no one knows anything about, even if you smile all day long.

Cancer sucks, it really does. We all know someone who has received a cancer diagnosis. It’s hard to know how to offer support, not only for the loved one with the diagnosis, but also the caregiver. That role is just as critical—it’s as if they have cancer, too. The caregiver is supposed to be the strong one, the person who puts on their cheerleading uniform and roots for the team. They hide how worried and scared they are. They’re the ones

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researching the internet, asking a million questions that you’re too emotional to even think about. Caregivers try to make you laugh, you cry a lot together, holding each other and secretly worrying inside if all your dreams of the future will ever come true.

The caregiver is my hero. The anchor that we cling to when the wind gets knocked out of your sails. Don’t wait for cancer to realize how wonderful your tribe is around you. Pay attention now. It matters. Life is beautiful.

This summer was pura vida—and a celebration of life!

It was the perfect summer following my battle with cancer. Vacationing in Costa Rica was magical. It’s such a beautiful country and the people there truly embrace the good life. Don’t wait for a cancer diagnosis; take all those trips you’ve dreamt about while you’re healthy.

Playing with loved ones, experiencing different cultures and unplugging will benefit you all.

Please join me for Paddle in Pink on October 4 and 5 at Costa d’Este to celebrate life. To learn more, visit PaddleinPink.org. or check out our Facebook page.

Life is all about perspective. If you think it’s beautiful, it is.

Written by PENNY TRANCHILLA Photography by EMILY CLINTON

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One year ago, Portfolio Magazine introduced our readers to Brenton Fannin, a young teenage boy diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer found in children. It took just one step climbing out of the river on a family vacation when his life changed forever. After receiving his diagnosis, Brenton endured multiple surgeries, required the majority of his tibia and knee to be replaced with an endoprosthesis, and is still fighting this battle today.

In the spring, it became necessary to perform surgery on his left lung to remove four cancerous nodules. From there it was a waiting game to see if the surgery and the oral chemotherapy worked to keep the cancer at bay. At a routine scan in June, the news was not what his family had hoped. The cancer returned, back in not one but now both of his lungs.

Brenton is not in this battle alone. One in 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 20. As it stands currently, only 4 percent of government funded cancer research is focused on childhood cancers. That figure includes ALL childhood cancers, of which there are at least 12 major types and more than 100 subtypes. Only about 2 percent of childhood cancers are Osteosarcomas, and there have been no major advancements in the treatment of Osteosarcoma in the last 30 years.

Cancer is a piece of Brenton’s journey, however, the real story can be found with Brenton and his family. At just 14 years old, this young man is climbing a mountain to save his health in ways many of us cannot fully imagine.

He is a trooper of the bravest kind. His family and friends attempt to make life a bit more normal by doing the simple things most 14-year-old boys enjoy like fishing, hunting, watching some baseball and spending time together.

Cancer is not abstract or something that happens to someone else. Unfortunately, it happens all too often.

“The big take away from this is to never take your family’s health for granted. I never thought that I would have a child with cancer,” says Brenton’s mother, Mandy Gaudreault.

The community support given to Mandy and her family has been wonderful.

“We cannot thank everyone enough for how they have rallied behind us,” Mandy says. The Go Fund Me

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#BrentonStrong page created a year ago is still active and the generosity their family has received has taken a lot of the financial burden off of them. “We are incredibly grateful.”

This year, Brenton is the recipient of funds raised at Paddle in Pink, an annual fundraiser geared to raising cancer awareness.

Perhaps at the core of Brenton’s story is for each of us to take a moment and be grateful for our loved ones, appreciate good health, and to care for others. Remember to reach out to those who may be fighting their own battle and offer support and kindness in whatever way we can. After all, a community is just an extended form of family.

Visit PaddleInPink.org to learn more.

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The Gift

Being Present

A Letter to My Younger Self

More Important Than Being Perfect

Hey girl, I know this might seem weird receiving a letter from your future 28-year-old self, but I have some thoughts to share and hope you find it useful. Actually, as I write this, I realize I might have read this... interesting.

You’re 16 and have already been through what feels like pretty hard times. The typical middle and high school drama, crazy firsts and experiences, and sadly some bullying.

It’s all rough and highly emotional.

Keep your head up and kill them with kindness; it turns out those people need it the most. Spread your light and love always. Also, you’re really freaking cool. And don’t forget it. I promise you one day you’ll look at your life and realize those moments were peanuts compared to what you’re about to go through.

Moving on to your current situation and diagnosis.

Heavy stuff, I know. Why you? Christmas will look a little different this year. Prepare for the world’s worst holiday season. Rough days and sleepless nights ahead. You’re going to lose your hair, like immediately. That’s the first thing that goes. Then all other hair, your appetite, physical strength, feeling in your feet, hearing, short term memory, sense of taste and smell, even your eyesight at times.

Girl, you’re in for it. However, just so you know, I think this happened to you because you can handle it. Not only do you handle it, you’ll make cancer your bitch.

The hardest moments won’t necessarily be the most painful. The hardest moments are seeing your loved ones take this on as well. Your mom, dad, sister, boyfriend and friends are all trying to hold it together for you, but it’s really hard. They’ll find the courage... your sister will cut her hair off because you lost yours, your dad will carry you when you collapse, and your mom will administer you a shot that is your lifeline every day for seven months. Those are just a few of their heroic moments ahead. They’re in this too, just as sick as you.

Their fears can’t even be put into words, and no one really sleeps well for about a year. Cancer affects everyone, but especially the people who love you the most.

Speaking of love, you’re in love for the first time.

How amazing! True love in every sense of the word. He’s caring, so kind, your protector. He’s selfless. He makes you feel beautiful even though you look absolutely

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terrible. You’re his world and he is yours. It may not end up being your longest relationship, but it will be your most significant.

As the months go on, the medicines stack up, the bruising increases, the treatments get harder, the blood counts become lower... but then you’ll receive the ultimate good news! Yep, that’s right. You’re fighting off the cancer and the chemotherapy is working. Believe it, hold on to the good news and never let that feeling go.

I can now say with confidence that what you’re going through at such a young age will be the greatest gift you ever receive. Yes, you’ll have to grow up fast. Really fast. But you are incredibly lucky, and your life turns into something beyond anything I can write in this letter. You’ll discover an inner strength, independence, gratefulness and magic within that carries you through the world with grace. Your love for life will be contagious, and you’ll make a positive impact.

You’ll have many loves, adventures and experiences that most people only dream about. You’ll travel the world, multiple times and visit places that will literally bring tears to your eyes. You’ll work really hard, climb ladders and land your dream job. You’ll even purchase a home, all on your own. You’ve just got the keys, and it’s really cute.

Of course, you’ll go through hard times again, experiencing death, sadness, illness, loss and heartache.

But by the time you’re 28, you do a pretty kick-ass job of figuring things out. Never settle for anything less than magical, because that’s why you’re still here. You deserve it all.

Cheers to you young Lily. Hang in there, because it does get better.

Love, Your older, wiser self P.S. believe it or not, you’re going to miss the wigs, so wig it up while you can! ;)

Written by LILY ELIZABETH O’DARE Photography by CINDY O’DARE

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As women, we are taught to be the best versions of ourselves, to have it all together at all times.

We strive so hard to paint the picture of perfection.

No crumbs on the counter, laundry always folded, the weekly meal planning and grocery shopping done. I’ll admit, I ran myself ragged trying to keep up until one day, I found myself unable to get through my weekly chore of grocery shopping. I had no energy left. I barely made it back to the car while my daughter looked at me in total confusion.

I looked fine but I hadn’t felt fine for a while. However, being the woman I was raised to be, I just kept on keeping on, carrying the weight of the world on my shoulders. Don’t we all? Then came the news: the pathology results came back. Not only did I have cancer, but I had two very different, rare types of cancer that would require two different forms of treatment. Hearing those words quickly put things into perspective for me.

It was time to fight. To live. To survive.

The following weeks became a blur. The scans, biopsies, excruciating pain from a power drill bit driving deep into my hip bone, blown out veins and hours upon hours of isolation during treatment, not to mention the waiting. Oh, the waiting and the crushing weight of the unknown is the worst part of it all. It is against my nature to wait. I have stuff to do! However, unwillingly I was forced to be patient.

I had to quickly learn to release the burden of the expectations I had put on myself over the years. I had to admit that I was not OK, I was broken, and that brokenness was OK, because one way or another, it would all be OK. I had to embrace this season of chaos to find my peace again. That meant overlooking the dust on the ceiling fan and the crumbs on the counter.

I finally realized that the things that I used to get worked up about really didn’t matter at all. I learned that taking care of yourself and resting isn’t selfish.

I learned that what matters most is having a deep conversation over coffee with someone you love, or listening to birds chirping, or waves crashing against the shore with the salty breeze blowing in your hair.

Above all, the greatest lesson this journey with cancer has taught me is that being present is more important than being perfect. (Oh, and a little brow pencil goes a long way for bald spots). We may not be able to choose the storms that we face in this life, but we can embrace the chaos, the brokenness and the lessons it teaches us along the way.

Lately, while focusing on restoring myself, I have had the pleasure of getting back to my love of restoring

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old pieces of furniture. Bringing new life and beauty into a piece that has long been forgotten gives my heart such happiness.

You can find my story and current pieces on @moore.restored.

Written by JESSE MOORE Photography by PENNY TRANCHILLA

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Don’t Ignore the Signs and Symptoms Greg Forrer has been called a “billion-dollar lottery winner.” He didn’t win any money, but instead he beat one of the deadliest types of cancer.

Greg is a pancreatic cancer survivor. Pancreatic cancer is only curable when it’s contained within the pancreas. Usually by the time it is diagnosed, it has spread and prognosis is terminal. Only a small percentage of pancreatic cancer is operable.

“A lot of people with more financial means have lost their battle with pancreatic cancer. Steve Jobs is an example,” says Greg, 66, of Vero Beach, a writer and marketing communications professional.

The pancreas is a six-inch-long gland between the stomach and the spine. The pancreas creates fluids that help digest food and hormones that help control blood sugar levels. There are usually no symptoms in the early stages of the disease, and when there are symptoms, such as jaundice, pain in the upper or middle abdomen and back, and weight loss, they are typically the signs of many other illnesses.

“If I had ignored my symptoms, I wouldn’t be here,” Greg says.

In early 2018, Greg started having swelling and clots in his legs. He saw Dr. Curtis Dalili at Indian River Primary Care, who diagnosed him with superficial vein thrombosis and treated him with blood thinners. He also tested positive for a genetic blood clotting disorder.

That diagnosis led him to Dr. Raul Storey, a hematologist/ oncologist at Florida Cancer Specialists in Vero Beach.

Greg mentioned to Dr. Storey that he had some pain in his lower left abdomen and groin, and a distended abdomen.

A CT scan revealed a suspicious area on his pancreas.

On July 2, 2018, Dr. Ashley Canipe, a gastroenterologist at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, performed an endoscopic biopsy on Greg’s pancreas and he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Greg was immediately referred to Dr. Pamela Hodul, a gastrointestinal oncologist at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. Dr. Hodul was the 2018 Physician of the Year at Moffitt. When Greg asked Dr. Storey about her, he said that “I would trust my father’s life with her.”

One month later, Dr. Hodul performed a distal pancreatectomy and removed the cancerous portion of Greg’s pancreas, along with his spleen and gallbladder.

He also underwent four months of chemotherapy at Florida Cancer Specialists and 28 radiation treatments at South Florida Radiation Oncology in Vero Beach.

Greg slowly resumed his life, even meeting up with friends during treatment.

“I socialized during chemo,” he said. “When I would mention to people that I was being treated for pancreatic

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cancer, I could see what people were thinking. I could see the look in their eyes,” he said. He jokes, “When people would say that I looked great, my typical response would be, ‘compared to being dead, I look fantastic.’”

In March, Greg was told his cancer was in complete remission. As a “word guy,” Greg says these were words he longed to hear.

Greg credits the coping and communication skills he learned through Alcoholics Anonymous for helping him get through the tough times. “If it hadn’t have been for the AA program, I don’t know if I could have put myself on the operating table with the ease that I did,” said Greg, sober since 1993. “I put my trust in a higher power.

Prayer and meditation helped.”

Greg also openly shared his feelings and concerns about his health. “Many men stuff their feelings down and blow things off. That’s not my style,” he said. Had Greg not spoken up and shared his symptoms with Dr. Storey, he says he would not be here today. “Dr. Storey literally saved my life.”

Staying Afloat When my husband, Sam, died of cancer four years ago, I had no idea how much I would miss being a caregiver.

Certainly, those early days right after diagnosis were difficult. We learned Sam had stage IV non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma right before our first child was born, and “survival mode” is the only way to describe those first few months.

Looking back, there were many things, big and small, that kept me afloat and preserved my sanity. With a new baby and a sick husband, “self-care” didn’t quite look like massages and long walks in nature. Sometimes it was as simple as granting myself permission to freely enjoy vending machine snacks whenever Sam had to be hospitalized, and I’m almost embarrassed to admit the power Twix and Doritos had in brightening even the most dismal of days.

The one thing, though, that truly altered my experience as a caregiver was the art of reframing. Along the way we faced poor scans, several rounds of sepsis and many other disappointments that broke our hearts. Though we felt each one deeply, we refused to let it consume us.

We made the decision to intentionally focus on the hidden (and not so hidden) blessings in every situation.

We had an extensive medical team that adored Sam, access to world-class cancer treatment and healthy, beautiful children. This was hard at first, but, over time, became our default way of thinking.

I can still hear Sam telling a group of doctors in his room for morning rounds, “It could be worse. It could be my wife or one of my kids in this bed.” Recognizing these blessings made it easier to move on from the bad days and, now that he’s gone, I’m even more grateful that we didn’t squander our last few years together being angry and stressed out over things that were out of our control.

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We shared a surprising amount of laughs in the ER, went out for martinis after grueling clinic days and binge watched anything and everything on Netflix during countless sick days home on the couch. I cherish these memories.

Caring for Sam will forever be one of my greatest joys, and I’m thrilled to start nursing school this fall at Indian River State College to continue this chapter we started together.

It takes great courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still be in love with it. ~ Oscar Wilde

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The Art of Living “Art can change lives, but at Florida Cancer Specialists, art is helping to save people’s lives. When you have passion, an interest, and new friends, magic can happen. That’s what Dr. Raul Storey, board certified in medical oncology and internal medicine, is betting on with the new arts and medicine program.

Dr. Storey shares that in the last 10 years, there have been more breakthroughs in the treatment of cancer than in the past 50 years combined. They are optimistic that they are converting cancer to a chronic disease treated with pills and immunotherapy so the patient can live with it and not die of it.

The new arts and medicine program is part of this approach that blends the arts with treatments that help the body, mind and soul work together. Each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday there are 12 professional art consultants (in different fields) who will work with and entertain patients. The fruits of their labor is tacked on the walls of the main treatment room where pleasant, live, upbeat music plays when you walk in.

Whether they are playing the keyboard, strumming a guitar, singing, instructing patients on how to do watercolor paintings, drawings or collages, positive things are happening for the patients and they are seeing phenomenal results from the program. The feedback has also been amazing. Patient caregivers and family members are now invited to attend the program on Fridays.

The pilot program developed by Barbara Hoffman of the Cultural Council of Indian River County and Dr. Storey has given patients something to talk about, besides the disease. Like art class in school, it fosters a sense of camaraderie and teamwork. And all the instructors involved with the program have been touched in some way by cancer so this program has become their personal mission to give back.

The innovative arts and medicine program at Florida Cancer Specialists is the proverbial spoonful of sugar helping the medicine go down and hopefully increasing the patient survival rate!

The pilot is being created under the guidance of the Center for Arts and Medicine at the University of Florida. Center Director, Jill Sonke, is impressed with the development of this pilot program in a relatively short period of time.

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“This is an exciting and cutting-edge development in Vero Beach and we hope this pilot will provide vital information that can be used to develop arts in medicine programs in private clinical settings statewide.”

Learn more at Cultural-Council.org.

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South Florida native, veteran television journalist, wife and mother of two, Jen Herrera has quite the story to tell. In her book “Are Your Fake Boobs Making You Sick? - Why I Went Back to a B-cup,” Jen recounts her journey with breast implants. From her initial surgery, to her deteriorating health, to the ultimate decision to explant, she puts everything on the table.

A descriptive, funny and open memoir, Jen’s voice is like that of a girlfriend offering the real truth through her own experience.

PVB: By the very nature of your profession, telling other people’s stories is easy for you. What was it like to flip roles and be the subject?

JH: That’s exactly why this book started off as just a blog post at first. I wasn’t 100 percent comfortable telling my story. I started to realize how different I truly felt after explanting that I knew I had to share my story to help other women.

PVB: Not only are you the main focus but it is also a deep dive on a very personal level. Was that difficult for you?

JH: Heck yes! The book is very candid. I knew if I was going to share my story, I had to tell it all! But as cheesy as it sounds, it was cathartic, too.

PVB: Who encouraged you the most to write down your experience?

JH: Nobody at first. My husband thought I was crazy initially because writing and publishing the book took a lot of time. However, once I started posting on social media and receiving feedback from this whole community of women who were experiencing similar issues, he was like, “Oh, this is gonna be big.”

PVB: And you decided to self-publish! Explain that process, because although you’re a veteran journalist, writing a book is totally different.

JH: I had no idea what I was doing on the publishing end. Then there’s the cover, the ISBN number, the formatting, the proofing, it goes way beyond just “writing.” I’ve helped lots of other aspiring authors since publishing my book. It was very self-fulfilling to figure it out and do it all on my own. When I clicked that “Publish” button on Amazon it was an awesome feeling!

PVB: Through this journey, you were the biggest advocate for your own health. That can be very

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empowering, but how did you feel conveying your concerns to doctors?

JH: Fortunately, once I made up my mind to remove my implants, there really weren’t any other doctors to go see besides my plastic surgeon.

Here’s the deal, most doctors are taught a certain way, and I get it. Most patients are given medications, certain symptoms get better, and they are happy with feeling at least slightly better while on meds. I needed more than that.

I wanted to get to the root of the issues, or at least take care of a big chunk of them. Once I made adjustments to my diet and lifestyle, but was still suffering, I felt there was still something triggering me.

PVB: What advice would you give others who feel their breasts are causing them sickness?

JH: Listen to your body. Check yourself! How’s your lifestyle? What are you eating? What are you drinking?

Watch food as a trigger. Journal what you eat. Do you have certain reactions after eating certain foods? Take that out of your diet and see what happens. If you truly believe you are doing everything right when it comes to taking care of your body and you’re still suffering, then explore the possibility that it could be your implants. If you do choose to explant, make sure you pick a doctor who specializes in explants.

PVB: As a mother to two young girls, how has this experience impacted them?

JH: They know what I went through and while they don’t necessarily fully understand the details of it all, they get the gist of it. They know that Mommy can do a lot more physically than she used to. When we do get into deeper discussions about it, I remind them, and here I go getting cheesy again, that we have to be happy and accept how God made us. That’s what matters.

There are various reasons why women choose to get implants. Some want to look and feel better in their clothes while others opt for the surgery after recovering from breast cancer. It’s a very personal choice.

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From Surviving to Thriving

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er daddy drank and so began the cover up.

There were always secrets. “No one must know. Never tell a soul.” In her memoir, “Survivor,” Vero Beach resident Jane Faraco does tell, and shares her struggles and secrets. This is the personal memoir of the sweet looking, sad eyed child who graces the cover.

Survivor tells the story of Jane’s life as a child of a successful, yet emotionally abusive Irish-American, serious binge drinker, and an extremely chilly, highly aristocratic mother who had little time or interest in her child. Having had little nurturing and less in the way of guidance, Jane was confused about who she was or about how to be.

She nurtured herself by binge eating. At age 8, she discovered the sleep-inducing effects of Dramamine, at 12, amphetamines, and much later, pot and alcohol. The story takes place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, the Hamptons and finally in Summerplace, Vero Beach. The addiction was always to more, more of everything and to serious partying. Roles were played, mistakes were made, disasters happened, times were high— too high.

When the pain was so great, she thought she might never climb out of it, she found a recovery group and the love and nurturing she had always longed for, who she was underneath it all, and in the end, the love and the willingness to help others.

She knew she had a story to tell and the ability to tell it. And so began her writing journey. When this very personal writing got tough, the idea that it might help others helped her to push on. Jane has gone from merely surviving to absolutely thriving.

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Jane and her husband, Jim, have lived in Vero Beach for 14 years.

For information about Survivor book study groups and speaking engagements, contact Jane at wesurvivewethrive1@gmail.com. Survivor is available at the Vero Beach Book Center and on Amazon.

Book Cover designed by Peter Gloege.

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here’s no stopping Mother Nature. She has her own agenda, especially when it comes to puberty—that beautifully awkward transition into adulthood.

Wouldn’t it have been nice to press pause? Or even fast forward?

Although superpowers like that don’t exist (yet), there are tools to better our experience as women— to make boobs easier! One tool in particular was created by a tween.

While on the brink of turning 10 and self-conscious about her developing body, Carlie Christenson searched for the perfect product to mask her insecurities. After filtering through an array of petal designs and padded bras, Carlie designed and created her own product that beat them all: Boob-eez, the “headlight hider” that makes boobs easier for women of all ages, shapes and sizes.

Boob-eez “Headlight” Hiders are an original product developed in 2008. Designed to be lightweight and durable, they are super-thin, adhesive,

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silicone discs that offer an invisible barrier between breasts and clothing.

What was originally purposed for an active, tween lifestyle hit the women’s market and sky-rocketed. Bottom line, we wear our identity every day, and sometimes it’s what’s underneath that makes the biggest impact on our self-esteem.

Continuously growing, the Boob-eez brand now boasts a full line of undergarments and fashion fixes that are carried in brick and mortar stores nationwide, ensuring that all women have the chance to stand tall with confidence. From nipple covers and stick-on bras, to apparel pieces and sassy bralettes, Boob-eez has got you covered in more ways than one.

Intending to take her business to the next level, Carlie has since studied business management and social entrepreneurship at The College of Charleston in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. While there, she was named a Stuart Williams Impact Scholar, Student Entrepreneur of the Year and Women Entrepreneur of the Year from CofC, as well as a Woman to Watch by The Center for Women.

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Being Mentally and Physically Fit to Fight Cancer Written by PENNY TRANCHILLA Photography by ADAM JONES

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ost of us today are only one step removed from knowing a friend or family member who has battled cancer. Having lost a parent to cancer, I consult with surgeons and oncologist friends to learn about the newest advancements in treatment and therapies.

Research on the wellness side has shown that physical activity is important when it comes to cancer. Exercise helps by controlling weight, regulating insulin which controls blood sugar, immune system and overall health. Thirteen different cancers have shown lowered risk, such as breast, colon, esophageal, liver, myeloma and stomach cancer, to name a few.

I encourage all clients to embrace a healthy mental aspect to fitness which translates to helping the physical component, the two work in harmony with each other. There is absolutely no downside to adopting a fit lifestyle. The American Cancer Society studies show that just leisure time activity which is about an hour and a half per week, can decrease risk.

I think anyone could award that time for their health with the hope of changing the mental gear and reshaping the mindset toward the idea of being more fit. Once the mind is on board, the body will follow. When we increase our workout frequency and intensity, we automatically condition ourselves to adapt and overcome.

I do hope, as we all do, for more medical breakthroughs as we go forward and that fitness can be a great pledge for health.

Chris Gurny is the owner of Elite Physiques, located at 5070 Highway A1A, Suite B in Vero Beach. For more information, call (772) 234-5403. @gurnyelitephysiques Written by CHRIS GURNY Photography by KIM KINOSI PHOTOGRAPHY

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Transform Your Smile Three Easy Steps to a More Confident You What are the most common concerns patients have with their smile?

A: The number one concern we see with our patients is the color of their teeth.

Instead of having a bright white smile, as we age our teeth tend to discolor with yellows and grays. Also, patients are often frustrated with the shape and length of their front teeth. Who doesn’t like a fuller and wider smile? Finally, people tend to be unhappy with misaligned or crooked teeth.

So, what are the three easiest ways for someone to improve their smile?

A: First off, call our dentist right away to schedule a consultation to discuss your concerns. Let’s break down the common ways smiles are transformed, starting with the most simple:

• In-Office Teeth Whitening - This procedure became widely popular due to Zoom Whitening. Often taking approximately 90 minutes, a professional strength whitening gel is applied to the teeth. A blue light is activated, which further enhances the immediate results most patients desire. During the session, a mold is taken of the patient’s teeth so custom trays are made to keep that smile 62

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• Cosmetic Bonding and Contouring - Best suited for minor improvements, this treatment involves placing and bonding tooth colored resins. If teeth need to be lengthened, this is a fantastic option. Often the dentist may contour the adjacent teeth to make the final outcome even better.

This simple option can significantly improve someone’s smile.

• Cosmetic Veneers - The best of the two previous treatments combined into one! This method can significantly improve tooth color and crooked teeth at the same time. We often tell patients to think of cosmetic veneers like a “contact lens” for your teeth. A veneer is a porcelain lens that bonds to the front of your tooth.

Often, they’re only as thick as your fingernail! While this option may be the most time consuming, results can easily last 15-20 years, depending on the patient.

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Understanding CBD Oil

ince the passing of the Farm Bill in 2018 which legalized the cultivation of industrial hemp, CBD supplements have become so popular and widely available that CBD risks becoming another trendy fad verging on snake oil. CBD tincture, gummies, capsules and vapes are being sold by a menagerie of retailers ranging from multilevel marketers to online shops and health food stores all proclaiming its benefits for health, beauty and even pet care.

In a short time, CBD has saturated our culture, but inferior products driven by profit margins along with questionable advice by pseudo-health experts may negatively affect CBD’s reputation. The average consumer obtains their CBD education from unreliable sources rather than from a knowledgeable healthcare professional who can best help navigate CBD products and their proper use.

CBD is an acronym for cannabidiol, one of more than 100 phytocannabinoids found in the hemp plant. Unlike THC, the psychoactive compound of hemp, CBD does not produce feelings of euphoria or impairment.

Research shows that CBD effectively reduces inflammatory chemicals called cytokines which makes it quite effective for chronic pain relief. CBD has strong anti-oxidant properties and has demonstrated usefulness as a supportive therapy in cancer care as well as in the management of certain neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, MS and post-stroke recovery.

CBD’s anti-convulsant action has been shown to mitigate seizure activity both in animal and human studies and to relieve muscle spasms. Additionally, lessened anxiety, improved sleep and lower blood pressure have been reported in patients regularly using CBD oil.

Follow the guidelines below to ensure the quality and efficacy of your CBD oil. As a precautionary measure, CBD oil should be taken away from other medication by 1-2 hours. If you’re on medication for hypertension, diabetes, anxiety or depression, monitor your condition closely when starting CBD as sometimes a reduction in medicine may be necessary and should be overseen by your doctor.

• “Full spectrum” CBD products are desirable because they include a multitude of phytocannabinoids present in the hemp plant, including a negligible amount (below 0.3%) of THC for optimal benefit.

• Full spectrum CBD produces the “entourage effect,” in which the interaction between all plant compounds renders them more effective in combination than in singularity.

• Full spectrum products generally allow for lower dosing of CBD around 10-25 mg/ml taken once or twice daily.

• Avoid CBD labeled “pure CBD” or “CBD-only” as these higher-dose CBD isolates increase potential for tolerance and exclude the medicinal effects of other phytocannabinoids.

• Use bloom-only CBD. The bloom, or flower, of the hemp plant contains the highest content of terpenes and phytocannabinoids. Farms using high quality plant genetics produce bloom-rich hemp yielding 18-30 percent CBD vs. 5-10 percent yield in the standard varieties of mass-produced hemp used in many commercial products.

• Avoid products that are derived from hemp seeds, stalks or stems as these plant parts aren’t naturally rich in CBD. • Assure the CBD oil is extracted using a pharmaceutical-grade process such as hydrocarbon distillation which delivers an end-product that truly resembles the plant it came from with all naturally occurring, beneficial compounds intact.

• Investigate the hemp farm’s pest management practices. Avoid companies using toxic chemical pesticides.

• Check the carrier oil used for CBD delivery. Hemp oil is often used but is not shelf-stable for as long as MCT oil derived from coconut.

Our office has partnered with Kentucky Cannabis Company to bring the highest quality full-spectrum, lab-certified CBD oil products to the community. KCC is a family-owned and operated hemp farm that produces bloom-only CBD oil in small batches. KCC’s dedication to superior hemp cultivation stemmed from the owner’s son’s epileptic condition and the desire to use only the best CBD oil to help control his seizures. We’re the first business in Florida to receive distribution rights to these exemplary products.

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ome call them Gardens of Stone, and like a garden there is life and death within its borders. The dead lie beneath the stones in the hallowed ground reserved for our veterans and their spouses. At Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, the newest veteran’s cemetery in Florida, there is a palpable feeling of hope, gratitude, devotion and love. There’s a sense of peace as you drive through the beautifully sculptured grounds with its hills, ponds, trees and gardens, not to mention its birds. There are eagles, osprey, kites, sandhill cranes, night hawks and more.

And there are people that come to honor and mourn their loved ones. There are Vietnam vets in green fatigues who bring unopened cans of beer and sit and talk with their fallen comrade; sometimes visiting for an hour. There is the mother who lost her 19-year-old active duty son in the conflicts that were the aftermath of 9/11. She visits each day with fresh flowers and a beautiful plant.

Or the veteran who was retiring in three months and planning on traveling the U.S. with his wife when he suddenly lost her. He drove three hours every day to visit her and was comforted by a stranger who met him there and listened to him, prayed with him and gave him peace. The veteran riders who arrive by motorcycle—sometimes in groups of 30 or more to honor their comrades.

Spouses and families who take their wheelchairs and walkers to the grave site, each step a measure of their love and devotion.

There are the Cape Canaveral Ladies, a group whose mission is “That no veteran will be buried without a mourner.” Only Arlington, Jacksonville and Cape Canaveral National Cemetery have these ladies who dress in red, white and blue to attend each funeral to honor our veterans and deliver a card of gratitude to the family.

The Garden of Stone has doubled in size in the months that I’ve been visiting my husband.

When friends come with me, I point out the changing vista. I’ve also seen it from a plane as we circled above—the view of angels. My Air Force veteran friend and I wander among the grave sites thinking about the lives that we so briefly touch as we walk by. The one thing that I now know is that they are mourned, respected and revered.

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started painting when I was very young.

My toys were tape, glue, markers and crayons. I remember showing my mom a drawing I made and asking if I could put it on my wall. She assumed I meant hang up with tape or a thumbtack. A few hours later, she came to check in on me and I had completed my first large scale wall mural.

Art has always been a part of my life.

I’ve had various jobs and I’ve always found my way back to creativity and painting.

After graduating college, I moved in with my parents outside of Pittsburgh. I got a marketing job with my degree and was commuting to the city every day. I think I lasted about 9 months which was honestly a lot longer than I thought I would.

I started my own art business and named it Moonrise Design because I stay up all night and paint. At first, I was creating large scale canvas paintings for people’s homes. A lot of people wanted these standard nature scenes with basic trees and falling leaves. It wasn’t what I wanted to paint, but it was better than that torturous commute and mindless 9-5 job.

On the side, I started making projects that I was passionate about and slowly transitioned from “tree canvas” paintings to hand-painted custom apparel. I started with a base of designs that were what I wanted to paint. I started my social media page, put my designs out there, and people started reaching out to me to customize their jackets and shoes with my designs.

I mostly paint vintage denim jackets and Vans slide-on canvas shoes. I also paint sweatshirts, purses, hats, backpacks, you name it.

Soon, I built up enough inventory to fill up a store. That’s when I decided I needed to make some moves. I went to art shows and festivals as a vendor making connections, meeting people, and selling my inventory.

It was awesome! Then it started to get cold in Pittsburgh and markets were slowing down and events were less frequent. I’ve always wanted a huge van since I was young. It might have to do with my obsession with Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Machine but that’s what I did, I bought a huge van.

I took Moonrise Design on the road to explore other opportunities outside of Pittsburgh and that’s when I set my destination for Florida. I spent my final weeks in Pittsburgh renovating my van and building it into a mobile art studio. It turned out amazing and I started my 17-hour drive to Florida.

It was so nice not to be freezing and there was opportunity swarming the streets. There were weekly farmers markets and different art shows every

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While people loved my custom jackets, I realized it was too hot to sell denim jackets in Florida, duh.

I went home and bought three used surfboards off Craigslist. I went into a creative frenzy and started painting away with no plan. I loved painting on this canvas! Days later, I completed all three boards and I knew what I wanted to do. I re-branded Moonrise Design for the third and final time.

I now paint one-of-a-kind custom surfboards and skateboards. I know that’s what I want my brand to be. I’m in the right space for me. It was a journey arriving to this destination with my art, but you know what they say, sometimes you just gotta ride the wave. I now live in Los Angeles near the beach, seizing the opportunities the world has to offer.

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L’AFFICHOMANIA:

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The Renaissance of Body Art

L’Affichomania: The Passion for French Posters was organized by The Richard H. Driehaus Museum and is toured by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC

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s a young man, Stephen Stone studied under Ed Hardy in his small tattoo studio in San Francisco. Fifty-five years have passed since then and while Stephen (of Hobe Sound) ended up on Wall Street, Ed Hardy became an icon in the world of tattoos. His art form, once considered the domain of tribesmen or drunken sailors, has experienced a revival that continues to sweep cultures around the globe.

Fine artists turned their attention to tattoos and tattoo artists were inspired by fine art. When talent and technology met at the intersection of ink and skin this ancient art form exploded. Visit any upscale coffee shop today and you’ll realize that elaborate “sleeves” don’t even raise an eyebrow anymore.

Are tattoos an act of rebellion, or a rite of passage? The history of tattoos in America can be traced back to a few tough old curmudgeons who carefully guarded the secrets of their trade. Ed Hardy was in the right place at the right time with the right talent. He studied with venerable teachers and now his body of work is being celebrated simultaneously in exhibitions at the DeYoung Museum in San Francisco and in Florida at the Lighthouse ArtCenter in Tequesta where TATTOO: The Renaissance of Body Art runs Ron Finch, Finch’s Custom Styled Cycles from September 3 to November 2. This exhibition features original art by Ed Hardy, Sailor Jerry, 2D and 3D fine art inspired by tattoos, primitive, tribal, Japanese, Americana, black and grey, contemporary and vintage flash, as well as historically significant equipment.

Motorcycles and tattoos are almost synonymous, and in conjunction with TATTOO, the Lighthouse ArtCenter is also showing Custom Styled Cycles by Ron Finch, recognized worldwide for his outrageous custom motorcycles.

Meaningful life events commemorated by this permanent art are on living display October 17, when the Lighthouse ArtCenter presents the “Nearly” Nude Runway Show with fashion designer, Bosha Stone, featuring models wearing carefully crafted garments that expose their artistic tattoos. Tickets are $50 in advance, limited seating. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Douglas B. Andrews, Lucky Supply, and Stephen Stone.

Detail: Ed Hardy Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Moulin Rouge: La Goulue, (detail), 1891, color lithograph, photograph by John Faier, © 2015, courtesy of the Richard H. Driehaus Museum

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Gather your flock and let’s flamingle!

‘Something Borrowed’ from Hazel House…

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hile it was not in our original staging business model, when a client of ours asked if we could ‘stage’ her daughter’s backyard wedding we gladly accepted the challenge. She wanted to curate a comfortable yet grand setting that complimented the beach backdrop and we immediately knew white slip covered sofas, the versatile and stain resistant Sylvie Sofa—available to shop at Hazel House, would be the answer. And so began the hunt to piece together the perfect collection of furniture for this special occasion. In order to make the grand plan function, our client had to cover her pool with a floating deck that continued across most of her outdoor space. This allowed for several different seating areas while still leaving plenty of room for a dance floor, the real star. We mixed sofas, arm chairs and coffee tables with high and low top dining tables to give guests plenty of options.

Together with the other vendors, we were able to achieve the stylish wedding our client had envisioned. Today we are happy to offer this service and hope to make your dream event a reality.

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nless you’ve been living under a rock you probably know by now that Pantone’s Color of the Year is Living Coral. Every year Pantone selects a color that they’ve deemed to be the most popular color in everything from fashion, to marketing, to home interiors for the upcoming year.

I’m typically surprised by what has been chosen. For example, the color for 2018 was a saturated purple that I could never imagine using in an interior unless I was doing some type of awful Barney the dinosaur-themed kids room.

As a native Floridian, when I saw the bright saturated coral color this year the beach girl in me said “no duh.” This is a color we’ve been using in Florida for years. While it was easy to endorse Living Coral here as it’s already in the bright, beachy palette we love, I imagine people in places like North Dakota were a little perplexed as to how to incorporate it into their more jewel toned houses. There are a couple ways I recommend using this color in your non-Floridian home.

Pantone describes Living Coral as “an animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge.” For the rest of us who can’t quite picture the exact color that affirms life, I would describe it as a bright coral that favors the pink tone normally seen in the typical orange-pink color combination of coral.

This is the aspect that would make using this color somewhere other than Florida a challenge. However, there is nothing to say that you can’t use this coral as an inspiration but select a color that pulls more toward the orange side of this color. A soft orange can surprisingly fit into a lot of different pallets. The other way you could use this soft orange is by incorporating a saddle colored leather. This colored leather gives an established feel to any room.

Additionally, using the true Living Coral with more classic colors can help ground this bright hue. I recommend pairing it with colors like emerald green or navy to give a perfect balance of conservative and fun. You might have to step outside your comfort zone a little in order to embrace this coral, but with the right twist I feel it can be incorporated into any interior.

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BEACHFRONT DINING ELEVATED

Bringing Global Culinary Influence to Cobalt Restaurant

Take in the scenic surroundings at the bar, in the dining room, or al fresco while enjoying our signature menu featuring locally sourced ingredients.

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obalt Restaurant, the popular beachfront dining destination adjacent to Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa, has appointed Winston Guerrero as its executive chef.

Bringing more than 25 years of culinary experience, Winston will oversee all culinary endeavors at Cobalt and Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel and Spa, including the hotel’s extensive catering program.

A Barranquilla, Colombia native, Winston grew up in Central Falls, Rhode Island. He graduated from Johnson & Wales then honed his skills in prestigious kitchens such as David Burke’s acclaimed David Burke & Donnatella in New York City and the Elysium at Relais & Chateaux Morrison House in Alexandria.

Winston continued his east coast culinary journey with stints in Tennessee and Atlanta, including the realization of his lifelong dream: opening his own Latin American restaurant, Mosaic, in Rhode Island in 2010.

At the helm of Cobalt’s kitchen, Winston incorporates the melting pot of his South American cooking style and his New England influences into Cobalt’s American seafood menu, keeping true to the restaurant’s comfortably elegant approach. Winston’s global culinary influences shine in dishes such as the tamale, a traditional Latin American dish made with charred corn, kale, bell peppers, squash masa, vegan cumin cream and Peppadew emulsion, as well as the lobster pot with potatoes, corn, house chorizo, clams, mussels.

Cobalt Restaurant is open Monday through Friday for breakfast from 8am to 11am and lunch from 11am to 2:30pm. Dinner is served Sunday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 10pm.

Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 2:30pm.

Happy Hour - Now 7 days a week 4pm–5:30pm For reservations visit Cobaltrestaurant.com

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All You Need is Love

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estled in the corner of Cardinal Drive and Bougainvillea Lane, you’ll find a quaint gourmet café and market where customers can not only get a dose of health and happiness, but create a ripple effect encouraging so much more. Whether you’ve dined in, shopped, or had an event catered by Chelsea’s Gourmet, you’ve played a part in giving back to those in need in this community and around the world.

Chelsea’s Gourmet hosted an event in July for All You Need is Love Charity, a California based nonprofit organization, to raise awareness and funding for our “Food for Thought” campaign. Last fall, part owner and general manager Christian Bordoli experienced what he refers to as a “paradigm shift” after visiting the Good Morning School in Mae Sot, Thailand and the Peace Memorial in Hiroshima, Japan. After guests mingled over an array of delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Patrick Baker, inspirational stories were shared by guest speakers, and fundraising far exceeded expectations. Attendees were captivated as they learned more about our efforts in educating and caring for children who face persecution, human trafficking, exploitation and extreme poverty daily.

Our team at Chelsea’s Gourmet recognizes the importance of community and working together. Our customer value proposition is product that is valuable to the consumer and a business that is valuable to the community.

We partner with all types of charities for events and fundraising including the Humane Society, Habitat for Humanity, the Healthy Start Coalition, Riverside Theatre, Hibiscus Children’s Center, Rio Coco Coffee Beans and many more. In addition to fundraisers, we also cater weddings, business

functions, birthdays, anniversaries and all types of events. Adding to the amount of health and happiness in this world is not just a service we provide; it is our company mission!

So, the next time you’re enjoying a signature sandwich, gourmet coffee, or smart smoothie, know that by choosing Chelsea’s Gourmet, you’ve decided to raise the bar instead of race to the bottom. All you need is love to find health and happiness in your life.

Learn more at AllYouNeedIsLoveCharity.org.

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Eco-Friendly Costa Rica Living The Simple Life

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ver the past two years, we’ve tried to simplify our life, live like minimalists and spend more time doing the things we love.

This summer seemed like the perfect time to check out Costa Rica, ranked as one of the most eco-friendly travel destinations worldwide.

The trip began with an easy, direct morning flight from Fort Lauderdale to San Jose, Costa Rica. We arrived before noon, rented a car and began our adventure. The plan was to visit the rainforest first, then spend some time surfing in Santa Teresa for the remainder of our trip.

Our first destination was a five-hour car ride to Arenal Observatory Lodge which has breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano. The very first volcanic eruption was in 1968 and most recently in 2010. Prior to this, the volcano had been dormant for hundreds of years. If you love hiking, ziplining, exotic plants, wildlife and waterfalls, you’ll love this adventure.

A must do is the Arenal Hanging Bridges. The views of the flora and fauna as you hike through different levels of the tropical rainforest are unbelievable.

You may even spot parrots, toucans, a sloth or a few monkeys.

After all of our hiking, we visited the town of La Fortuna to explore the hot springs at Tabacon Thermal Resort and Spa. This little hidden gem is one of the coolest places we’ve ever visited. The resort, located at the base of the majestic Arenal Volcano, was once a stream of hot springs that ran through a marsh and grasslands. Yet today, it’s a five-star wellness resort surrounded by the lushest natural rainforest landscape with cascading thermal springs. If you aren’t staying at the resort, don’t worry, day passes 80

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are available. Plan to grab lunch and dinner if you’re hungry and be sure to imbibe at the swim-up pool bar!

Our final destination was Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat located in Santa Teresa. Here’s where we truly felt at home. Sunrise is around 5am in Costa Rica. Most mornings, I would stroll the beach, play with a stray pup that found me on my walk, or explore the tide pools. Later, I would watch my husband surf for hours. We unplugged and recharged daily as the ocean’s sweet song lulled us to sleep during afternoon naps in the hammocks.

I always thought the Gulf had some of the best sunsets until I visited Santa Teresa. Every evening, everyone watches the sunsets together, sitting in the sand by the sea, just being together and thankful for another day in paradise. At night, the sounds of nature and roar of the ocean helped us sleep like babies. The staff at Pranamar really knows how to treat their guests…like family. It saddened us to leave this little slice of heaven. Every little detail of our stay was the best.

Many people use the phrase “pura vida” which means the “simple life” or the “pure life.” Until this trip, I never truly understood the meaning.

However, after spending time in this beautiful place and meeting so many wonderful Costa Ricans, I now understand. The simple life is the best life!

Immersing yourself in the customs and culture of Costa Rica is when you really feel the true meaning of those two little words. The pure life seems to be their way of life every day. It’s an emotion, an attitude and a happiness that you feel deep inside. We all should learn how to live the pure life and live it every day. Pura Vida!

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hope everyone enjoyed the long summer. Boy, was it a hot one! Life should be returning to normal with school back in session, which means less people on the water for us fishermen.

This is a very exciting time of year, as September and October are the mullet migration months off of the beach and in the Indian River Lagoon. It’s one of the largest migrations in the northern hemisphere and on the planet. If you’ve never witnessed this spectacular event, just take a walk down the beach any morning or evening and you’re likely to see an unbelievable show of feeding fish.

Species include tarpon, snook, jack, Spanish mackerel, kings, along with sharks and other fish, keeping the bay very occupied and frantic as they migrate south for the winter. Watch in early September as the smaller schools of mullet begin to show from the north heading south. As the month goes on, the numbers will increase and the whole show wraps up around mid-November.

The best part is you don’t need a boat to be in the action—the fish are only a few feet from the shoreline on calm days with great water clarity.

You’ll see a lot of the action! Be extremely cautious when swimming, for this is a dangerous time with many sharks in active feeding patterns. Early morning and late afternoon is the most dangerous time for accidental shark bites. Keep an eye out, looking to the north to see if any big schools of baitfish are coming. If so, exit the water and let the school pass. Be careful and enjoy this magical event.

Please remember to catch and release. You can aid the health of our Indian River Lagoon by supporting organizations like the Florida Conservation Association and SOS, Save Our Sea Life. Be sure to keep the trash out of the water and off the beaches so we continue to enjoy them for many years to come. Until next time, tight lines and enjoy the mullet run.

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Garden Elegance Seeking

Lawn & Order

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to Protect Our Lagoon

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mericans love lawns. According to NASA, there are more than 49,000 square miles of lawns in the United States. That’s larger than the state of New York.

Our lawns are integral to our way of life. They’re where we teach our kids to throw and catch, or kick a soccer ball. They’re playgrounds for our pets.

Lawns can also transport us from the daily rigors of life—so much so, that a 1914 New York Times headline read, “Roosevelt Cuts Grass - Disregards Politics for a Day and Pushes Lawn Mower.” With the privilege of enjoying these grassy spaces, we must understand the tradeoffs and best practices associated with proper lawn care, especially as we work to protect our prized Indian River Lagoon.

While lawns do stabilize sediment, they consume many other resources.

They require water, fertilizer and pesticides. Adopting a few best practices will ensure your lawn is a “Lawn for the Lagoon.” First, start by cutting back on water. You can help your lawn be more drought tolerant by watering it less, which will force roots to grow more deeply. Most lawns will thrive on three water cycles of 25 minutes per week—less during winter and not at all during rainy spells. Responsible lawn care requires checking irrigation timers and adjusting to accommodate changing weather patterns and seasons.

Second, adhere to fertilizer regulations. Fertilizer should never be applied near the lagoon or on any surfaces where it could be washed into

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storm drains. In addition, most fertilizers cannot be applied in Indian River County between June 1 and September 30, our rainy season. One should also consider natural-based fertigation systems that can deliver organic nutrients through the irrigation system.

Third, use an integrated pest management program, established by a licensed provider. Such a program will take into consideration multiple factors to determine when pesticides should be applied as-needed and when for preventative measures. Ideally, pesticides should only be used as needed, but preventative applications can control a pest if accurately timed.

By following these best practices for irrigation, fertilization and pest management, you can have an environmentally responsible lawn that fulfills the American dream and gives you endless hours of enjoyment—relaxing or pushing a mower.

For more information, visit AielloLandscape.com or call (772) 563-0071. @aiellolandscape

Written and Photographed by PETE BENEDICT, GENERAL MANAGER, AIELLO LANDSCAPE

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Loco for CocoLocalNut

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ocoLocalNut started as a way to teach our children about running their own business and entrepreneurship. We showed them how to set up a company, marketing, dealing with vendors, etc. At the time, our main product consisted of pure coconut water, served up directly in the coconut at the Fort Pierce farmer’s market. We would chop the husk back like you see in the islands and plunge in a straw.

It was an experience, and along with our T-shirts displaying our logo, designed by our daughter, we developed a great following.

That’s how CocoLocalNut began and it has since evolved. We sourced fresh coconuts every week and filled up our classic ’65 Ford pickup with as many as we could load.

The kids got up on Saturdays at 5am and learned what it takes to run a business. We would also deliver fresh coconut water in mason jars to some of the local businesses in Vero. Our kids were homeschooled at the time and when they finally went back to school, we decided to put the business on hold.

The kids were busy with other things, so I decided that my domestic engineering days were winding down. Old customers would ask about CocoLocalNut and its future.

I said “OK, I can do this.” We have the company set up, the logo, trademark, etc., why not? I started creating different concoctions and testing products developed from the best coconut oils. Mixing coconut with other oils, salts, spices - everything made with coconut in it. I’ve also been doing hair since I was 18 in Los Angeles and New York, and I owned a salon in Manhattan so this plays right into my creative, entrepreneurial side.

We have such a great community of local businesses and we really connect face-toface. I’m opening a salon/boutique in Sola Salons in October where I’ll be carrying all my CocoLocalNut products and styling hair, a life-long passion.

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@Cocolocalnut or call (772) 584-9624 to schedule an appointment.

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Must Love Flamingos

ather your flock! Our beautiful bridal couple, Michelle and Brooks, love flamingos. It was only natural for them to plan a flamingo-themed wedding in their native Virginia Beach, Virginia.

“This couple is vivid, fun and full of style and definitely had an event for the history books,” says wedding photographer, Eleise Theuer. “I’ve shot more than 500 weddings and I’ve never seen a wedding with so much uniqueness and personality.”

Michelle, a talented designer, who studied at Parsons School of Design, designed and hand-made her bright pink wedding gown with a remarkably constructed horsehair lining and finished seams. This was a truly couture gown and a work of art.

The wedding reception was decorated with hundreds of pink flamingo mylar balloons. They even had a fantastic shark cake. The groom wore velvet flamingo shoes and the groomsmen all wore flamingo socks.

We love seeing couples showcase their personality and break the traditional rules.

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ar infections are one of the most common illnesses your dog may experience. But what is at the root of these infections?

The L-shaped, vertical structure of your dog’s ear canal makes him more prone to infections in his ear. So, it’s important to understand the root causes of ear infections. Discover seven common causes of ear infections in dogs and how to keep them at bay:

1. Allergies Allergies are often a common culprit of ear infections in dogs due to the inflammation allergies may cause in the ear canal. In fact, the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation estimates that most dogs that have food allergies (80 percent) and about half with skin allergies display ear infection signs. So, it’s important to watch out for signs of dog ear infections, such as frequent scratching, discharge, blood, balance problems, redness or swelling of the ear.

2. Moisture Wet dog ears is a great environment that harbor and grow yeast and bacteria.

The moisture often leads to ear infections. Moisture can build up in your dog’s ears from a variety of ways, including swimming, grooming or when you give your dog a bath. That’s why it’s important to keep your dog’s ears dry.

3. Injury An injury to your puppy’s ear can also lead to infection. When your dog injures her ear, she can rupture her eardrum. This can lead to ear infections.

Your dog may exhibit signs of trauma to her ear if she constantly tilting her head.

4. Excessive Cleaning Cleaning your dog excessively may also lead to an unprecedented ear infection. That’s because every time you clean your dogs, you expose their ears to moisture. Moreover, if you don’t dry their ears properly, you give bacteria room to grow in your pet’s ears.

5. Autoimmune Diseases Autoimmune diseases also often can explain the occurrence of ear infections in dogs. For instance, a common skin disease called pemphigus is common in dogs and often is associated with ear infections.

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6. Ear Mites Puppies are prone to having ear mites, and these mites are notorious for causing ear infections. Watch the signs for ear mites, such as shaking of the head or discharge resembling the color of shoe polish.

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7. Bacteria Bacteria exist in dogs ears. But when your dog has too much bacteria, it can lead to an ear infection. Bacteria-based ear infections can lead to an overproduction of wax and are common among dogs that swim.

How to Prevent Ear Infection in Dogs If you think your dog may have an ear infection, it’s important to take them to your veterinarian.

• Use supplements. You can use supplements from trusted brands, such as Doggie Dailies, to keep ear infections at bay, including the Doggie Dailies Advanced Probiotics Supplements.

• Use an ear cleanser. A cleanser designed for keeping your dog’s ears clean can help you keep pesky ear mites out and prevent yeast from growing.

You can use a soothing ear cleaning solution, such as Doggie Dailies’ Cleansing Ear Wash for Dogs with Tea Tree Oil and Soothing Aloe Vera.

• Keep your dog’s ears clean (and dry). Use a damp cloth to clean your pet’s ears and remove any dirt you can see. Also, avoid overexposure to moisture by keeping your dog’s ears dry when bathing or grooming.

• Inspect ears regularly. Every two weeks, exam your dog’s ears for signs of ear infection, such as foreign bodies or a bad odor coming from the ear.

Final Thoughts While there are several causes behind ear infections in dogs, you can take preventative measures to reduce these incidents. From keeping your dog’s ears dry to providing her with supplements, you take several measures to keep dog ear infections at bay. Just watch out for the signs of ear infections in dogs and put these tips to use and you can worry less about dog ear infections.

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ero Beach Veterinary Hospital is happy to announce their brand new, state-of-the-art location at 498 22nd Place in Vero Beach.

Located in the heart of Miracle Mile, this quiet, spacious location is a highly efficient animal care center. The lot hosts three mature, lovely oaks with plenty of grassy areas in a very safe area with easy access. Client parking at the front door provides an easy entrance for all clients and pets.

A large waiting room allows for a more comfortable space for pets while their owners enjoy refreshments and shopping area. Exam rooms have been expanded from three rooms to four, with mobile hydraulic lift assist throughout. Advanced digital radiology and ultrasound complement the surgery unit ward, separate cat and isolation ward, grooming and an oversized covered and uncovered playful outdoor exercise areas for pets staying at the hospital. Everything is designed to improve Vero Beach Veterinary Hospital’s already great services and exceptional care within a more enjoyable environment.

Vero Beach Veterinary Hospital provides full-service hospital care from puppy and kitten vaccines and health monitoring, to senior care for medical, surgical and holistic care with certified acupuncture and hospice care, avian and exotic pet care, as well as grooming, bathing, boarding and house calls.

The staff at Vero Beach Veterinary Hospital is friendly, compassionate and caring. You and your pet will be welcomed with a smile. Stop by for a visit and learn about these professional services and new facilities.

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Financial Peace of Mind

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raig Phillips, a native Floridian, loves all things coastal. When he’s not surfing, running or enjoying being in Vero, he’s the founder and managing partner of Client 1st Advisory Group. He has been managing investment solutions customized to each of his clients since 1995.

Craig is a Certified Financial Planner, Accredited Investment Fiduciary, and most recently a Certified Financial Transitionist®. This designation is held by approximately 70 CFPs nationwide and four in the state of Florida.

It was created to give financial planners and their clients science-based, field-tested tools and protocols designed specifically to merge behavioral finance with the technical side of financial change.

As a full-service financial planning and fiduciary SEC registered investment advisory firm, Client 1st has served clients in Vero Beach and along the Treasure Coast since 2006. Along with Vero Beach, we have offices in Clearwater and Southern Mississippi. At Client 1st Advisory Group, we believe in investing smarter, safer and better on a solid financial platform based on your individual goals. As an independent advisor, our sole allegiance is to our client. We are proud to operate in this fiduciary role free from conflicts

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of interest so we can always provide objective analysis and recommendations.

Craig often describes Client 1st as small enough to maintain a family atmosphere with our clients but large enough to have a dedicated team of world class service professionals as well as seasoned Fiduciary Investment Advisors and Certified Financial Planners. Together we bring a strong, synergistic wealth of leadership and years of experience to the table. We take great pride in giving you financial peace of mind by being readily available with a knowledgeable, proactive approach.

All of our clients are given a comprehensive financial plan based on their unique financial goals, objectives and situation. From there the plan will drive the optimum asset allocation, which may include alternative investing for your investable assets. This provides you the best opportunity to achieve all that is important to you from a financial standpoint. Your investment planning is goal and cash flow driven. We feel that this is the only way to effectively manage risk in the financial markets.

At Client 1st Advisory Group, we believe our name says it all. We always have and always will hold our clients’ best interest as our number one priority.

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In Most Instances Estates Have NO Tax— Or Do They?

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ince the increase in the Estate Tax Exemption to $11.4 million, most of us assume there is no tax. We could be incorrect. The income tax rate now is the same as the Estate Tax rate. This is especially severe since it is probably recurring, whereas the Estate Tax rate may be a one-time thing. Recent Supreme Court cases indicate this tax may be assessed for a variety of reasons.

The court recently shut down an attempt by the State of North Carolina to tax the entire income of a New York trust because a potential beneficiary lived in North Carolina. That beneficiary received no money. If it had, it would have paid tax on its share. The trust would have also paid New York tax.

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This raises the question of residence of the trustee. The trustee should be in a state that has no income tax. This has come up more and more at seminars in the last few years, but the recent Supreme Court case adds an exclamation point. For years, tax advisors have named the client’s oldest child as trustee without regard for their residence or income tax impact.

We should rethink this practice.

Of course, there are other items you must consider. There may be state inheritance tax, since their exemptions are usually much lower than the federal exemption. It would be worthwhile to discuss these items with your tax advisor. When these trusts become irrevocable, the higher tax rates apply at a much lower income amount. It would probably be beneficial to provide for this income to be distributed to the beneficiary if their rate is much lower.

Sometimes, we even give the trustee the power to distribute this to a charity if we are not sure of the wisdom of the beneficiary.

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LIVING YOGA WITH ELISE AT THE ELC 9AM @ Environmental Learning Center Vero Beach DiscoverELC.org

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TROLLY HISTORICAL TOURS 9AM @ Indian River County Chamber of Commerce Vero Beach IndianRiverChamber.com

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PORTOFLIO ISSUE LAUNCH PARTY 5-7pm @ 3055 Cardinal Drive, Suite 107 Vero Beach

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TUNNEL TO TOWERS 5K 7:30AM @ Riverside Park Vero Beach Tunnel2Towers.org FULL MOON PARTY 5PM @ Heaton’s Reef Bar & Grill Vero Beach CobaltRestaurant.com NIGHT SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES: VINTAGE 7PM @ Sebastian Inlet State Park FloridaStateParks.org/park/ Sebastian-Inlet

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PIRATE & CARIBBEAN FEST 11AM @ Riverside Park Vero Beach VeroBeachPirateFest.com

MUDD FEST 2019 6PM @ Captain Hiram’s Sand Bar Sebastian Hirams.com

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STARRY NIGHT 6PM @ Gifford Youth Achievement Center Vero Beach GYAC.net

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PADDLE IN PINK: ON THE POOL DECK 6PM @ Costa d’Este, Vero Beach PaddleInPink.org

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VERO BEACH BRIDAL SHOW 1PM @ Vero Beach Heritage Center & Citrus Museum Vero Beach VeroBeachBridalShow.com

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DOWNTOWN FRIDAY 6PM @ Downtown Vero Beach MainStreetVeroBeach.org

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WILLIAM KENT KRUEGER 3PM @ The Vero Beach Book Center Vero Beach VeroBeachBookCenter.com

BIG BAND FEVER 3PM @ Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center Vero Beach SpaceCoastSymphony.org

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PADDLE IN PINK 10:30AM-4pm @ Costa d’Este Vero Beach PaddleInPink.org

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VOLKSTOBERFEST CAR SHOW 12PM @ Walking Tree Brewery Vero Beach WalkingTreeBrewery.com

ANDY GRAMMER 7PM @ House of Blues Orlando Lake Buena Vista HouseOfBlues.com/Orlando

PADDLE IN PINK: YOGA ON THE BEACH 8:30AM @ Costa d’Este Vero Beach PaddleInPink.org

AUTUMN IN THE PARK CENTENNIAL ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW 9AM @ Riverside Park Vero Beach VeroBeach.com

OKTOBERFEST 2PM @ Walking Tree Brewery Vero Beach WalkingTreeBrewery.com

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BLACK & WHITE MASQUERADE CENTENNIAL BALL 6PM @ Exchange Club of Indian River Vero Beach ExchangeClubOfIndianRiver.org

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION FINALE 9AM-6:30PM @ Downtown Vero Beach VeroBeach100.org 61ST ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARADE & COSTUME CONTEST Hosted by City of Vero Beach Recreation Department 10AM @ Freshman Learning Center Vero Beach COVB.org NIGHT OF THE THIRSTY DEAD PUB CRAWL 8PM @ Sailfish Brewing Company Fort Pierce SailfishBrewingCo.com

ZAC BROWN BAND 7PM @ Coral Sky Amphitheatre West Palm Beach WestPalmBeachAmphitheatre.com

SPACE COAST HALLOWEEN FEST 11AM @ Melbourne Auditorium Melbourne

CHILLS & THRILLS 3PM @ Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center Vero Beach SpaceCoastSymphony.org

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J-5 RANCH BARN SALE 8AM @ J-5 Ranch Okeechobee J5Ranch.Wordpress.com

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eat shop play Art & Sculpture THE GALLERY AT WINDSOR 3125 Windsor Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 388-4071 (By appointment) WindsorFlorida.com THE LAUGHING DOG 2910 Cardinal Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-6711 TheLaughingDogGallery.com

Beaches & Parks AMBERSANDS BEACH 12566 N. A1A Vero Beach, FL DALE WIMBROW PARK 11805 Roseland Road Roseland, FL GIFFORD AQUATIC CENTER 4895 43rd Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 770-5312 GOLDEN SANDS BEACH PARK 10350 N. A1A Vero Beach, FL HUMISTON BEACH PARK 3000 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL

JAYCEE BEACH PARK 4200 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL NORTH COUNTY AQUATIC CENTER 9450 95th Street Sebastian, FL (772) 581-7665 POCAHONTAS PARK 2140 14th Avenue Vero Beach, FL RIVERSIDE PARK & TENNIS COURTS 350 Dahlia Lane Vero Beach, FL ROUND ISLAND OCEANSIDE PARK 2201 A1A Vero Beach, FL SEBASTIAN INLET STATE PARK 9700 A1A Melbourne Beach, FL SOUTH BEACH PARK Ocean Drive & East Causeway Vero Beach, FL TRACKING STATION PARK 800 46th Place Vero Beach, FL TREASURE SHORES BEACH PARK 11300 A1A Vero Beach, FL

VERO BEACH DOG PARK 3449 Indian River Drive East Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-2824 VeroBeachDogPark.org WABASSO BEACH PARK 1808 Wabasso Beach Drive Vero Beach, FL

Shop & Pamper ELIZABETH’S FINE CONSIGNMENTS 877 17th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 567-5577 I’LL NEVER TELL 3351 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-1148 IllNeverTell.com KATWALK BOUTIQUE 2855 Ocean Drive Suite B6 Vero Beach, FL (772) 217-2758 LABELS TIMELESS CLOTHING CONSIGNMENT 2050 6th Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 569-7400 LILY PAD 3121 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-7405

SASSY BOUTIQUE 3375 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-3998 SassyBoutique.com SEAHORSE LANE BOUTIQUE 1981 14th Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 559-8765 SeahorseLane.com SEAHORSE SHOES 1905 14th Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 532-1885 STUDIO GABRIEL 2855 Ocean Drive, Suite A-3 Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-8105 StudioGabriel.com THE BEACH SHOP VERO BEACH 3328 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-6228 TheBeachShop.biz THE SPA AT COSTA D’ESTE 3244 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-9919 Hotel Direct (877) 562-9919 Toll Free CostadEste.com THE STORE BY ROYAL PALM SOCIETY 2855 Ocean Drive, Suite B4 Vero Beach, FL (772) 266-2255 The-store-by-royal-palm-society. business.site

VERNON SCOTT 818 Beachland Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-3733 VERO BEACH DILLARD’S 6200 20th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 770-2141 WHITE ORCHID SPA 3500 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-1133 WhiteOrchidSpa.info

Eats & Treats CABANA BAR 3244 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 410-0100 CostadEste.com CHELSEA’S ON CARDINAL 3201 Cardinal Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-8300 ChelseasOnCardinal.com COBALT RESTAURANT 3500 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 469-1060 CobaltRestaurant.com COUNTRYSIDE CITRUS 3300 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-8299 CountrysideCitrus.com

TWIG SWIM & SPORTSWEAR 3213 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-4472

HEATON’S REEF 3500 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-5666 CobaltRestaurant.com JAYCEE PARK SEASIDE GRILL 4200 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-1911 OCEAN GRILL 1050 Beachland Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-5409 Ocean-Grill.com

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eat shop play Fresh & Local COUNTRYSIDE CITRUS 6325 81st Street Vero Beach, FL (888) 550-5745 CountrysideCitrus.com HORNBUCKLE FAMILY FARMS Strawberry U-Pick 6255 5th Street, SW Vero Beach, FL (772) 494-0714 KROEGEL PRODUCE 11200 S. U.S. 1 Sebastian, FL (772) 589-8718 KroegelProduce.us NATALIE’S ORCHID ISLAND JUICE CO. 330 North U.S. 1 Ft. Pierce, FL (800) FRESHHH OIJC.com

NELSON’S FAMILY FARMS 875 W. Midway Road Ft. Pierce, FL (772) 464-2100 NelsonFamilyFarms.com OSCEOLA ORGANIC FARM 6980 33rd Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 567-1530 OsceolaOrganicFarm.com PETERSON GROVES & NURSERY 3375 66th Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-6900 PetersonGroves.com RHONDA’S SEAFOOD 29 Royal Palm Pointe, #4 Vero Beach, FL (772) 473-6388 RhondasSeafood.com

SCHACHT GROVES Fresh squeezed juice 6100 12th Street Vero Beach, FL (800) 355-0055 (772) 562-5858 SchachtGroves.com WHITE RABBIT ACRES NON-CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM & CSA 7020 37th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 486-1248 whiterabbitorganic.com

Saturday Farmers’ Markets FELLSMERE FARMERS’ MARKET 22 S. Orange Street Fellsmere, FL FT. PIERCE DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET 101 Melody Lane Fort Pierce, FL VERO BEACH OCEANSIDE FARMERS’ MARKET 2901 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL

Invest & Advise CLIENT 1st ADVISORY GROUP 736 Beachland Blvd.

Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-3122

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Blooms VERO BEACH FLORIST 3096 Cardinal Drive, Suite 1A Vero Beach, FL (772) 999-5418 VeroBeachFlorist.net

Horseplay HIGH HOPES EVENTING 7230 49th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 538-3772 HighHopesEventing.com INDIAN RIVER RIDING CLUB 6250 37th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 473-3710 IndianRiverRidingClub.org SPECIAL EQUESTRIANS 7280 53rd Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-7603 SpecialEquestriansTreasureCoast.org

Decor & More ABBATE TILE & MARBLE 1136 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, FL (772) 569-9113 Abbate.net AIELLO LANDSCAPE (772) 563-0071

LEVCO TECHNOLOGIES (352) 274-9217

ARTHUR RUTENBERG HOMES (772) 492-4018 ArthurRutenbergHomes.com

MORGAN STANLEY WEALTH MANAGEMENT 3525 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-1836 MorganStanleyFA.com/LeydaKanner

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES FLORIDA REALTY 3377 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-1270 BHHSFloridaRealty.com

RAYMOND JAMES MIKE KANNER 625 Beachland Blvd.

Vero Beach, FL (772) 205-2141

DAVID COX CONSULTING 2044 14th Avenue, Suite 24 Vero Beach, FL (772) 564-0540 Davidcoxconsulting.com

ROBIN LLOYD & ASSOCIATES, P.A. ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS 5089 A1A, Suite 100 Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-5500 RobinLloydLaw.com

GHO HOMES 8075 20th St. Vero Beach, FL (772) 257-1100

VERO INSURANCE 3339 Cardinal Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-2022 VeroInsurance.com

BEACH SAFETY BE AWARE OF TIDES: Always be aware of the tides when you are at the beach. Respect the ocean and stay safe.

TAKE YOUR TRASH OFF THE BEACH: Remove all your trash from the beach. Find a trash can! Plastic bags can kill birds, turtles, and other sea creatures that can mistake the bag for food. Bring extra trash bags with you and do your part to help keep the beach beautiful.

Love your ocean!

REPORT VIOLATIONS OR INJURED WILDLIFE: If you discover injured wildlife or suspect a fish, wildlife, boating, or environmental law violation, report it to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, (888) 404-FWCC (3922). Cell phone users can dial *FWC or #FWC, depending on service provider.

SUPERVISE CHILDREN: Stay near your children and keep your eye on them. Never let children play in the water unsupervised. Play close to a lifeguard station. Teach your child to respect the ocean too.

RESPECT THE WILDLIFE: Remember to do the “Stingray Shuffle” when entering shallow water to warn any stingrays that you’re coming into their territory! It’s always a good idea to keep a small bottle of vinegar in your beach bag to quickly treat jellyfish stings. If snorkeling, be sure not to stand on or touch any reefs or wrecks. Respecting the wildlife helps ensure a successful beach day.

BE AWARE OF DANGEROUS RIP TIDES: Rip tides are strong currents that can pull a person away from the shore. If you get caught in a rip current, do not panic or struggle.

Swim parallel to the beach and call for help.

LIFEGUARDS: Several places throughout the county offer lifeguarded beaches. At each station, signs are available to notify beach goers of current surf conditions along with appropriate beach flag warnings.

WARNING FLAGS Water Closed to Public Agua Cerrada al Publico

Absence of Flags Does Not Assure Safe Waters

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HAZEL HOUSE 1880 Old Dixie Hwy Vero Beach, FL (772) 213-3024 HazelHouseVero.com

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HURYN CONSTRUCTION 1902 Wilbur Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-4130 HurynConstruction.com

EAST SIDE URGENT CARE 927 37th Place Vero Beach, FL (772) 770-6225 VeroBeachEastsideUrgentCare.com

FLORIDA BOAT RENTALS 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 713-7132 FLBoatRentals.com

JOHN’S ISLAND REAL ESTATE COMPANY 1 Johns Island Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-0900 JohnsIslandRealEstate.com

INDIAN RIVER ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 1345 36th Street, Suite B Vero Beach, FL (772) 564-8383 IndianRiverAcupuncture.com

GATOR BAIT AIRBOAT ADVENTURES (772) 766-2629 GatorBaitAirBoatAdventures.com

LEAH MULLER INTERIORS 820 Beachland Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-6411 LeahMuller.com

CLEVELAND CLINIC 1000 36th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 567-4311 IndianRiverMedicalCenter.com

LIFESTYLE SOLAR POWERED HOMES 3453 W. New Haven Avenue Melbourne, FL (321) 727-8188 BuildingALifestyle.com

NEW VISION EYE CENTER 1055 37th Place Vero Beach, FL (772) 257-8700 NewVisionEyeCenter.com

O’DARE BOGA GROUP PREMIER ESTATE PROPERTIES 675 Beachland Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 713-5899 PremierEstateProperties.com PAGE 2 DESIGNS 44 Royal Palm Pointe Vero Beach, FL (772) 492-9220 PARENT-HOWDER REALTY TEAM ALEX MCWILLIAMS REALTY 2901 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 321-2037 ROTH INTERIORS 1865 Wilbur Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 567-1210 RothInteriorsWindowFashions.com SURFACES FINE FLOORING 3954 U.S. 1 Vero Beach, FL (772) 778-2622 SurfacesIncorporated.com THE EVENTOLOGIE 1101 18th Place Vero Beach, FL (786) 262-0558 TheEventologie.com

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BEACHSIDE REHAB A PRIVATE RECOVERY CENTER (772) 413-0038 BeachsideRehab.com

OCEAN DRIVE PLASTIC SURGERY 5070 Florida A1A Vero Beach, FL (772) 324-3700 OceanDrivePlasticSurgery.com SCULLY-WELSH CANCER CENTER 3555 10th Court Vero Beach, FL (772) 563-4673 ScullyWelshCancerCenter.com SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTER 13695 U.S. 1 Sebastian, FL (772) 589-3186 SebastianRiverMedical.org VERO IMPLANT AND ESTHETIC DENTISTRY 5070 North A1A, Suite E Vero Beach, FL (772) 794-8307 VeroImplantDentistry.com

See & Do AMC INDIAN RIVER 24 6200 20th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 563-2933 AMCTheatres.com/IndianRiver BEACH TOURS ON HORSEBACK FREDERICK DOUGLAS MEMORIAL PARK 3600 S Ocean Drive Hutchinson Island, FL (772) 519-0237 or (772) 468-0101 BeachToursOnHorseback.com CAPT. CHRISTIAN YERGENS CNY ON THE FLY (772) 643-2735 CNYOnTheFly.com Portfolio-VeroBeach.com

MAJESTIC MOVIE THEATER 940 14th Lane Vero Beach, FL (772) 770-0773 CinemaWorldOnline.com/Vero MCLARTY TREASURE MUSEUM 13180 N. A1A Vero Beach, FL (772) 589-2147 PADDLEBOARD HOUSE 110 S. Miramar (A1A) Indialantic, FL (321) 676-9773 PaddleboardHouse.com PADDLES BY THE SEA 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 444-7871 PaddlesbytheSea.com RIVER EXPLORER BOAT TOURS 3321 Bridge Plaza Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 713-7132 IndianRiverLagoonTours.com RIVERSIDE THEATRE 3250 Riverside Park Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-6990 RiversideTheatre.com SAIL MOONRAKER SAILBOAT CHARTERS Captain Bruce Jackson Vero Beach City Marina (772) 696-2941 SailMoonraker.com SKYDIVE SEBASTIAN 400 Airport Drive W. Sebastian, FL (772) 388-5672 (800) 399-5867 SkydiveSebastian.com SURF VERO Surf & SUP lessons (772) 559-8079 SurfVero.com THE ELLIOTT MUSEUM 825 NE Ocean Boulevard Stuart, FL (772) 225-1961 ElliottMuseum.org

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TREASURE COAST SEAPLANES 2640 Airport N. Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 500-2FLY (855) 205-2FLY FlyTCS.com UDT SEAL MUSEUM 3300 N. A1A Ft. Pierce, FL (772) 595-5845 NavySEALMuseum.com VERO BEACH CITY MARINA 3611 Rio Vista Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-2819 Voice Mail (772) 978-4960 marina@covb.org VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART 3001 Riverside Park Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-0707 VeroBeachMuseum.org VERO MARINE CENTER 12 Royal Palm Pointe Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-7922 VeroMarine.com

Pets & Vets ANIMAL EMERGENCY & REFERRAL CENTER 3984 South U.S. 1 Ft. Pierce, FL (772) 466-3441 AnimalEmergency.net GROOMINGDALE’S 1973 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, FL (772) 778-3820

VERO BEACH VETERINARY HOSPITAL 1905 43rd Avenue Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-0200 VeroBeachVeterinary.com

Rest & Relax CAPTAIN HIRAM’S RESORT 1580 U.S. 1 Sebastian, FL (772) 388-8588 Hirams.com COSTA D’ESTE 3244 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-9919 (877) 562-9919 Toll Free CostadEste.com MARRIOTT SPRINGHILL SUITES 5115 Indian River Boulevard Vero Beach, FL (772) 978-9292 Marriott.com/SpringhillSuites VERO BEACH HOTEL & SPA 3500 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL (772) 231-5666 VeroBeachHotelAndSpa.com

Fit & Fab ELITE PHYSIQUES 5070 N. A1A, Suite B Vero Beach, FL (772) 234-5403 LEVEL YOGA 29 Royal Palm Pointe, Suite 2 Vero Beach, FL 3055 Cardinal Dr, Vero Beach, FL (772) 696-1160 LevelYogaStudio.com

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CORPORATE AIR 3450B Airport Drive West Vero Beach, FL (772) 562-1199 Corporate-Air.com

THE TREASURE COAST ANIMAL EMERGENCY & SPECIALTY HOSPITAL 6850 69th Street Vero Beach, FL (772) 569-4500 TreasureCoastAnimalER.com

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VERO BEACH DOG PARK 3449 Indian River Drive E Vero Beach, FL VeroBeachDogPark.org

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In the first half of September, the sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars all transit Virgo, while Saturn and Pluto are in Capricorn and Uranus transits Taurus, so the ‘grounding’ earth energy is strong, enabling us to embrace a powerful sense of responsibility to get things done! On September 14, there is a full moon in Pisces and the lesson is to help others, which will bring inner fulfilment. On October 13, energies fire up with the full moon in Aries so you’ll be feeling more energetic and spontaneous which again will help you to achieve your goals!

You might feel a little nostalgic on September 1, but this is the ideal opportunity to shed unnecessary baggage. By the 4th, you definitely want to release any tension by going for a swim or heading to yoga, the exercise will ground you. By the 10th you’re in a great mood, just be a little cautious on the 15th. October starts quietly but there will be great news on the amazing 8th or 9th. Enjoy it! Embrace someone new between the 22nd and 26th as for some, this could be life-changing!

September gets off to a bang on the 1st! You might win a prize, receive a work bonus, or be sent an unexpected gift from someone special! If you’re taking a risk on the 14th, 15th or 16th, be sure you know what you’re doing - stay grounded, as the temptation to act on impulse will be strong. Venus, the planet of love, will be entering your sign on October 8, so you’ll be making plans to spend time with your partner, a love interest or celebrate time with family.

You’re feeling passionate on the 1st but that could also bring up some jealousy issues! Regain perspective by enjoying a jog on the beach, there’s nothing to worry about. You’ll enjoy the 12th and 13th so be sure to treasure those special moments. In mid-October, don’t rush making an important decision, whether this is a career change, relocation or moving your relationship to the next level— if you take your time, you’ll make the right decision by the end of the month.

You’ll start September feeling magnetic! Don’t be surprised as you attract an admirer by the spectacular 4th so be open to meeting new people! You’ll be feeling the need to research something or the desire to book an online course mid-month.

Take it seriously as it might lead to a lucrative new project or business which might involve future travel – that’s what you love, right?! Take the heat off in October, as you might realize you’re a little burned out and need to find time for some R&R.

At the start of September you’re in ‘creative mode’ and in deep thought. You could turn a bright idea into reality on the 19th, 20th and 21st. Romance however is really what’s on your mind though, so pencil in the 24th, 25th and 26th which are auspicious dates!

By October 10, someone may cause an unforeseen obstacle in your plans. Instead of getting mad, go for a run, then you’ll appreciate the lesson and know how to solve the issue. By the 26th, you’re really ready to progress!

You’ll feel strong and confident as we start September with all the earth sign planetary activity, so use this time to purge anything that’s been holding you back, be it in your diet, or by moving away from time-wasters! On October 3, Pluto goes direct in your sign, showing you that a deep inner transformation is needed. Now you can develop what you’ve learned over the past few months and by the 21st you will have achieved a lot and enter into a brand new progressive phase!

Don’t worry if you’re feeling a little jaded on September 1, it’s your body’s way of telling you it’s time for a little bit of self-care.

By mid-month, great news gives you that wonderful natural high, but you might need to compromise from the 24th to the 26th.

You will regain your energy on October 5 and you’ll really enjoy a social event on the 10th or 11th! Remember to put someone else first and see how that will reap dividends for you on the 22nd and 23rd, an exciting time!

Remain disciplined at the start of September to tie up loose ends of a project or personal venture. You’ll be glad you did;

by September 12 and 13, you can relax to enjoy some fun-filled time with the work accomplished! Tune into your emotional side on October 14-16 and remember to open up with those you love. Think big on the 26th and watch out for a shift in your perspective – this could move you into a dramatic new cycle where you can really excel!

At the start of September, your confidence and passionate personality will bring romance into your life—it will feel so good to at last connect on an emotional and spiritual level! You’ll be deep in thought and ready to brainstorm with others from October 14-16. You might even impress yourself! Be prepared as a series of miraculous events could unfold from a phone call, an email or a letter, just remember to be flexible on the 31st as your ability to compromise will pay off big-time!

Wonderful news will be coming your way on September 8 or 9, which might shock you into wanting to retreat to consider what you want for your future! This could be a chance to change location, start a new business or even accept a proposal! WOW! Focus on your health from the 19th to the 21st and if a change of diet’s in order, now is the time! October will see you deep in contemplation, realizing your dreams could turn into reality by the 31st. Don’t look back, jump!

It’s your birthday! You’ll be feeling the desire to work towards a long-cherished dream during in the first half of September and will be going for GOLD! By the 22nd, you feel great, look irresistible and get a lot accomplished. Reserve criticism on October 5-7 as you may realize you were overreacting. On the 17th, get out for some fresh air to allow yourself some introspective ‘you’ time. Watch out for a stellar opportunity on the 26th which is not to be missed!

Happy Birthday Libra! You might feel restless as September starts, wanting to make some changes in your day to day routine. Have you been burning the candle at both ends? Book a few days away, it’s needed. The 14th will be a big day for you as both Mercury and Venus enter your sign—so this is a time for diplomacy in all kind of relationships—but you can make huge strides forward! October sees you concentrate on a new venture, project or you’ll be planning a long-awaited trip!

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Deborah Clare was born and raised in England and set up her company ‘Living in the Light’ having developed her abilities over many years as a Certified Spiritual Life Coach, with the aim of helping those going through life’s ups and downs. She also runs a YouTube Channel ‘Deborah Clare Channeled Guidance’ with more than 140,000 subscribers.

We’re delighted to welcome Deborah as she joins us as our new astrologer! Learn more at DeborahClare.com or visit LivingInTheLight.co.uk.

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