San Pedro Today - December 2018

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Midlife Tooth Loss Associated With Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease, Research Suggests

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edical News Today (3/23, Paddock) reported that preliminary research found “tooth loss in middle age is tied to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, independent of traditional risk factors such as high blood pressure, poor diet, and diabetes.” Study co-author Lu Qi, who is a professor of epidemiology at Tulane University, said, “Our findings suggest that middle-aged adults who have lost two or more teeth in [the] recent past could be at increased risk for cardiovascular disease.” The study is not yet published but the abstract is available in the journal Circulation. “This pattern is concerning, given that

HPV Causing “Epidemic Of Oral Cancer” In Men

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that HPV is “unleashing an epidemic of oral cancer among men.” The article reports that “men are four times more likely than women to be diagnosed with oral cancer,” which has “overtaken cervical cancer as the most common HPV-related malignancy in the United States.” The article states that this trend is due in part to men’s immune response, explaining that “compared with women, men are more likely to get infected with HPV – including ‘high-risk’ cancercausing strains,” and “they also are less able to wipe out infection on their own, and more likely to get reinfected.” The authors of one study examining HPV in men, said, “HPV vaccination is the only reliable method to ensure immune protection against new HPV infections and subsequent disease in males.”

timely dental care is essential for good oral health, especially in individuals with diabetes.” - Dr. Huabin Luo, a researcher at East Carolina University

People With Diabetes Visit Dentist Less Often, Study Finds

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n a news release on its website, New York University (4/2) states that a new study led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing and East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine found “adults with diabetes are less likely to visit the dentist than people with prediabetes or without diabetes.” The study “showed an overall decline in dental visits among adults with and without diabetes, but people with diabetes were consistently the least likely to obtain oral healthcare.” The findings were published in The Journal of the American Dental Association.

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In Downtown San Pedro, there are Merry Christmas and Happy Holia number of new structures currently days from all of us here at San Pedro under construction, including a few Today. Here’s to a healthy, happy and mixed-use buildings (retail on botprosperous 2019. spt tom, apartments on top), and a new boutique hotel slated to be built on the Joshua Stecker is publisher/editornow empty lot next door to the Warner in-chief of San Pedro Today. Letters Grand Theatre. to the Editor can be emailed to In addition, the historic Harbor View contact@sanpedrotoday.com.

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DECEMBER Every Wednesday – CREATIVE WRITING CLASS FOR KIDS, at The Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), 4:30 – 5:45p. Taught by San Pedro Today columnist, Jennifer Marquez. $10 per class. For more info, email jennifermarquez@yahoo.com.

Now – December 31 (Mon) – ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE at Assistance League San Pedro-South Bay (1441 W. 8th St.), M – F: 10a – 5p; Sat: 11a – 3p.

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1 (Sat) – OPEN STUDIOS DAY at Angels Gate Cultural Center (3601 S. Gaffey St.), Noon – 4p. Join Angels Gate Cultural Center for art, food, music, and fun, where all ages will find something to celebrate. 50 studio artists will open their doors for you to see what they create in their studios. The Artist in Classroom and Community Class programs demonstrate the work that happens onsite and in the community throughout the year.

Galleries are open with the continuing exhibitions Coming Into Being: Gathering the Elder in Me, and In a Good Way: What Does Your Land Mean to You? With both artists giving a talk about their work. For more info, call (310) 519-0936, email terry@ angelsgateart.org, or visit angelsgateart. org.

1 (Sat) – HOLY TRINITY CHOIR PRESENTS: HANDEL’S MESSIAH, PART 1 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (1292 W. Santa Cruz St.), 7:30p.

General admission in advance $10, $15 at the door, children under 13, $5. For tickets and more info, call the Holy Trinity Parish Office at (310) 548-6535 or email dbarnes@holytrinitysp.org.

1 (Sat) – LOS ANGELES HARBOR HOLIDAY AFLOAT PARADE at the L.A. Waterfront (504 S. Harbor Blvd.), 6 – 9p. Sponsored by the Port of Los Angeles, celebrating its 56th year with the theme "Holiday Magic" to mark the start of the holiday season in Los Angeles Harbor.

2 (Sun) – 38th ANNUAL SPIRIT OF SAN PEDRO HOLIDAY PARADE,

1 – 3p. San Pedro Chamber of Commerce presents San Pedro’s most beloved holiday event. Featuring Grand Marshalls, KOST 103.5’s Mark Wallengren and Honorary Mayor of San Pedro, Domenic Costa. For more info, visit spholidayparade.com.

handmade and one of a kind gifts. For more info, call (310) 832-2424.

8 (Sat) – VISTA DEL ORO WALKING TOUR, 10a. Back by popular demand!

Vista del Oro is one of San Pedro's most beautiful districts. Join historian and San Pedro Today columnist, Angela 2 (Sun) – BRIGHTEN YOUR "Romee" Romero, as she tells the story HOLIDAYS WITH THE LOVE, HOPE, of the neighborhood's beginnings and AND LIGHT OF THE SEASON! shares some anecdotes about some of its CHRISTMAS CONCERT at St. Peter’s more notable residents. Tickets are $15 by the Sea (6410 Palos Verdes Drive and space is limited. A second tour will South), 3:30p. Featuring Camille Saint- be offered Sunday December 16th. This Saens Christmas Oratorio, a beautiful is a great tour for out of town guests!

Christmas narrative for choir, orchestra, Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve. harp, and a quintet of soloists. Free concert also includes hand bells, St. 8 (Sat) – HOLIDAY CRAFT PARTY at Peter’s pipe organ, and carols and Crafted at the Port of Los Angeles (112 cookies for all! Child care available. For E. 22nd St., Warehouse No. 10), 11a – more info, call (310) 377-6882, or visit 6p. Tour the market for a day of handsstpeterspres.org. on holiday craft making!, Shop from local artists and enjoy snacks and craft 5 (Wed) – FOOD TASTING at the beers. Crafts will range from $1 - $10 Assistance League San Pedro-South Bay each. Free admission and parking. For (1441 W. 8th St.), 11a – 3p. Assistance more info, visit craftedportla.com.

League will be having a free food tasting, featuring easy holiday dishes, 8 (Sat) – 3rd ANNUAL FERMIN made from their various lines of food LASUEN ALUMNI & FRIENDS products. Recipes will be included.

CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE at Utro’s Also, check out their Holiday Boutique Café (Berth 73), Noon – 3p. Bring an for holiday decorations, gift items, and unwrapped toy and celebrate the season much more. All proceeds benefit local of giving with an event filled with food philanthropic programs. For more info, and fun! This annual toy drive supports call (310) 832-8355, ext. 221. families within the local community, in partnership with Mary Star of the 6 (Thurs) – SAN PEDRO TREE Sea, Holy Trinity, and St. Peters. Gift LIGHTING at Peppertree Plaza (638 S. cards are also welcomed and can also Beacon St.), 4 – 8p. be mailed to 941 Gatun St., San Pedro, CA 90731. For more info, call Jerryne 6 (Thurs) – FIRST THURSDAY in Soto at (310) 547-4509 or Chuy Ibarra Downtown San Pedro, 6 – 9p. Live at (310) 833-3060. music, food trucks, art gallery displays, and food and drink specials from local 15 – 16 (Sat – Sun) – IT’S A LU LU bars and restaurants.

JEWELRY SHOW at The Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), 9a – 5p. Beautiful 7 (Fri) – MASAKO JEWELRY SHOW handmade sets and separates of at the Corner Store (1118 W. 37th earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. For St.), 9a – 5p. Beautiful handmade fine more info, call (310) 832-2424. earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. For more info, call (310) 832-2424.

15 (Sat) – WINTER HOLIDAY COMMUNITY CHARITY DRIVE at 7 – 9 (Fri – Sun) – SAN PEDRO Point Fermin Park (807 W. Paseo Del CITY BALLET PRESENTS: THE 25th Mar), 11a – 3p. The Angels Gate Park ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTION OF Advisory Board is hosting an afternoon THE NUTCRACKER at Warner Grand of holiday charity, crafts, and fun for Theatre (478 W. 6th St.). For tickets and the whole family. Bring an unwrapped more info, visit sanpedroballetschool. toy, towels, blankets, or sheets to donate com. See story page 24. to the LAPD Harbor Division ‘Helping 8 (Sat) – HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE at the Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), 10a – 4p. Multiple artists and artisans, all

Badge’ program, Harbor Animal Services, and Bird Rescue Center. For more info, call (310) 548-7705.

15 (Sat) – HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE at Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles (3601 S. Gaffey St., #8), 11a – 4p. Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles is proud to invite the public to participate in this fun-filled family day where supporters enjoy story time, holiday gift shopping, live music by the award-winning duo Andy & Renee, and, most importantly, the chance to be a big part of helping injured seals and sea lions by bringing wish-list supplies or cash donations. For a full list of items needed and additional info, visit marinemammalcare.org.

15 (Sat) – KEYS TO THE DEED/144th BIRTHDAY OF THE POINT FERMIN LIGHTHOUSE at Point Fermin park (807 W, Paseo Del Mar), 1 – 4p.

Celebrate the Department of Recreation and Parks receiving the lighthouse property “keys” from the U.S. Coast Guard (Ceremony at 3p). The event will also celebrate the 144th birthday of one of San Pedro’s most beloved landmarks. Enjoy an open house (1 – 3p), refreshments, crafts, and more.

Free. For more info, call (310) 241-0684.

16 (SUN) – SANTA PAWS HOLIDAY DOG GROOM at the Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), Noon – 4p. See ad page 10.

21 (Fri) – MIRACLE ON 37th ST. at the Corner Store (1118 W. 37th St.), 5:30 – 7:30p. See ad page 10.

29 (Sat) – SUMMERLAND SLALOM WALKING TOUR, 10a. Historian and San Pedro Today columnist, Angela Romero, leads you down Summerland hill, weaving back and forth across the avenue, finding hidden pathways and staircases along the way. Learn the history of San Pedro's northern parks and discover long lost roads. You'll be transported back up the hill by DASH. Tickets are $15 and space is limited.

Call (310) 808-7800 to reserve.

Want to see your event here? Email events@sanpedrotoday.com to place a listing. Deadline for the January 2019 issue is Friday, December 14.

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PARKHURST GALLERIES INSPIRES CREATIVITY WITH OIL PAINTING CLASSES

by Caitlyn Trudnich Internationally-renowned artist, Violet Parkhurst, combined her creativity and talent to produce some of the most beautiful oil paintings. Inspired by the beauty of nature, seascapes, and the human form, Parkhurst transformed blank canvases into masterpieces, receiving praise from the likes of former Presidents, international dignitaries, and even Clark Gable.

Founded in 1947, Parkhurst Galleries, located in the heart of Downtown San Pedro, showcases the masterful works of Parkhurst, as well as many other notable artists, known both internationally and locally. In addition to services offered, including appraisal, framing, and restoration, Parkhurst Galleries nurtures inspiration and advocates artistic expression with their popular “Painting with the Masters” oil painting classes.

"The Parkhurst Oil Painting Class combines the 70-year history of the Gallery, expert instruction from today's Master Artists, and a sense of warmth and community to create an ideal creative learning environment,” says Warren Hsiao, president of Parkhurst Galleries.

The classes began eight years ago, in the middle of the recession. Finding an outlet for expressing emotions during that time, the class was formed. Hsiao explains, “It began as a thank you to our clients, and was almost like paint therapy. The classes gave students an escape.” The group ended up enjoying it so much that the Gallery made it a regular occurrence. “We had such a great experience, we just decided, ‘Hey, let’s do this again next week!’”

Held weekly, classes are taught by highly trained and professional artists who help instruct students on the best skills needed to make their vision come to life. “We are extremely fortunate to have such talented instructors like Lisa Mozzini-McDill,” says Hsiao. “Not only is she a highly distinguished professional artist, but she has a true gift with being able to transfer that knowledge.”

Open to any skill level, from beginner to expert, the classes are inclusive to any adult who is willing to learn, with 80-90 percent of students having never touched a paintbrush. Students are suggested to print a photo of what they would like to paint, and their own 10 I SAN PEDRO TODAY I DECEMBER 2018

brushes, oil paints, and canvas (which are also available for purchase in the Gallery). An added perk is lunch and refreshments are always served.

Barbara Ramsey-Duke, who has been attending the classes for only three months, describes why she appreciates them, saying fondly, “I love it. It relaxes me.” She continues, “One thing about art is you forget about other things and worries when you’re doing it.”

Hsiao takes pride in the Gallery’s special offering, which he shares is continuing to grow in size, with sometimes as many as 15 students in attendance.

“It’s like a social club, it’s a tight-knit group of people,” he describes. “There’s conversation and camaraderie.”

In addition to learning a skill and having fun doing it, Parkhurst Galleries also periodically displays the finished works created by students with special exhibits. “We treat them like renowned artists,” says Hsiao. In workshops, students also gain expertise in how to accurately price and sell their artwork, and useful tools to discuss their particular pieces, market themselves, and promote sales.

This holiday season, give the gift of art. Oil painting classes make a wonderful gift for someone special on your list.

Parkhurst Galleries is also currently having a winter promotion: four classes for $195. Gift certificates are also available for purchase.

"I’m really proud of what we've created in the eight years of doing this class,” Hsiao says. “We've helped some amazing artists get their start, and we've made some lifelong friends.” spt Parkhurst Galleries is located at 439 W. 6th St. For more information, call (310) 547-3158 or visit parkhurstgalleries.com.

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TWO NEW AUTHORS TAKE READERS ON A TRIP INTO SAN PEDRO’S PAST

by Steve Marconi Pedrans will have no trouble figuring out, and the Vietnam veterans, Mexican cholos, Italians, and even Cousin Vlatko all seem to come right out of central casting. Pseudonyms are used for the main cast of characters, and considering some of the storylines, understandable, but you find yourself wondering: Is this character based on a real person? Did this event really happen?

For example, the demolition of Beacon Street did happen, but in this version, the developer behind it is a cartoon figure (think Mr. Burns in The Simpsons) used mainly for Adum to pontificate on the “evils” of big busiA New Day Yesterday by Peter Adum (325 pp., Ward Street Press, 2018, ness. Cameos by Sterling Hayden and Gary Gabelich serve only for more $16.95, paperback). Adum’s first novel was frustrating because I had such high political commentary and seem totally out of place. expectations going in after reading the With all of the ‘70s references and interview with the author that ran in inferences, however, most San Pedrans, this magazine two months ago. I kept wondering, what is this? A semi-histor- especially Adum’s classmates and anyical novel? A thinly disguised memoir? one who had an 8-track tape player, will overlook the book’s flaws and take this A young adult romance? A political joyride into the past. manifesto? An homage to ‘70s movies and music? It’s all of these and more.

From East Garrison to the Ranch All taking place in San Pedro during House by Peter James Gravett Easter break 1973, which just adds to (498 pp., 2018, $29.95, paperback). The the confusion. autobiography of Gravett, one of San Like a lot of San Pedrans, Adum is Pedro’s most distinguished citizens, fills obviously upset that old Beacon Street in a glaring gap in San Pedro’s hiswas razed to make way for redeveloptorical narrative, the black experience. ment that has left a lot to be desired.

Gravett’s parents were sharecroppers in Because he has a lot to say on the the Jim Crow South. subject, he’s moved the Beacon Street When WWII brought opportunities demolition, which took place in 1971, for work in California, the Gravetts left ahead two years.

Arkansas with eight children, including It’s against this backdrop that we follow the protagonist, San Pedro High Peter, to join relatives already here. The School senior Niko, whose research for family eventually grew to 11 children, and all eight boys served in the milian overdue English paper helps him tary. None, of course, had the career of learn about his Croatian roots and San Pedro’s class struggles in the 1920s and Gravett, who retired from the Army as a major general.

‘30s. He also finds plenty of time for By far, the best parts of the book are girls, work, cruising, drinking, partying, Gravett’s memories of growing up in sandlot football, and even fishing for tuna. As if the comparison isn’t obvious San Pedro in the 1940s and ‘50s. The family moved into a newly built Chanenough, Niko even goes to a premiere nel Heights housing project in 1943; showing of American Graffiti.

Dad ended up serving stateside with the A 1973 San Pedro High School famous Tuskegee Airmen. In 1954, they graduate and Jethro Tull fan (thus the moved into the new Rancho San Pedro book’s title), Adum packs his book full housing. Gravett recalls selling papers of names and places familiar to all San in old Beacon Street, mingling as a kid Pedrans. It’s also annoyingly full of with the notorious cast of characters fictitious names and places that San This year’s literary offerings for Christmas stocking-stuffers present a unique challenge, especially for an old copy editor like me.

Both books, available at Amazon.com, are in crying need of a good editor. That being said, San Pedrans will still enjoy two very different, but very personal, looks at growing up in a San Pedro that no longer exists.

that populated that area. The family eventually bought a house on Oliver Street that was the focal point for neighborhood youth activities.

Gravett grew up in a home where the values of faith, hard work and education were inculcated into all of the children. All graduated from San Pedro High School (Peter in W‘59), and all were involved in sports. The family was inducted into the school’s athletic Hall of Fame in 2015.

While the children, particularly when living in the low-income projects, got along with their multicultural neighbors, leaving Arkansas for California did not mean the end of discrimination.

It was more institutional than overt here, however, in the military, law enforcement, education, and housing.

Gravett experienced racism in all of these areas, but drawing on his strong family background, he didn’t let it deter his resolve to succeed. And succeed he did, as the second half of the book describes, in great detail, his career in the Los Angeles Police Department, concurrent rise through the ranks in the National Guard and Army Reserve, and eventual appointment in retirement to state secretary of the Department of Veteran Affairs.

You’ll have to read the book to understand the title, but it exemplifies Gravett’s journey and a story about San Pedro that needed to be told. spt Steve Marconi can be reached at spmarconi@yahoo.com.

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The staff, no matter what department, was like family to the residents.

When I walked to the post office, a resident would often ask to join me. During our short walk, she would tell me about her life and details of her day. I still remember our conversations 15 years later. Harbor View House has over 100 employees working in housekeeping, maintenance, finance, nursing, and social services. The 287 residents who lived there often felt invisible and misunderstood to the world but always had a staff person that positively supported them at Harbor View House.

Staff was protective of the residents because many had a sense of childlike innocence. Dealing with their mental illness could be very agonizing for the residents. Counselors, doctors, and psychiatrists at Harbor View House provided on-going care and medication.

When symptoms became unmanaged, staff would call for a PET (psychiatric evaluating team), and the resident would be hospitalized until stabilized, often having their medication adjusted.

Isolation and loneliness seemed to go hand and hand with having a mental illness. This was heightened by lost family connections or no remaining relatives. Residents could count on the staff for interaction and guidance.

There were group activities, art therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and outings for interested residents. I was lucky to have worked with activities director extraordinaire, Luanne Wolfrum. She was like Ms. Frizzle from the cartoon The Magic School Bus. With her red hair, colorful and fashionable outfits, she created activities that brought out the best in people. She was so inviting to be around, welcoming everybody through the door of the activity room with her famous greeting, “Hi, honey.” Luanne saw the residents, not their diagnosis or smeared make-up, if that was the case.

None of that mattered to her. When she

wasn’t taking the residents on adventures to amusement parks and museums, she was throwing themed parties.

She also wrote and directed plays with fellow staff member Pat Holmes for the residents to act in every year. The audience was packed with staff and Luanne’s family cheering for the residents as they performed on stage.

Some residents spent decades living at Harbor View House. This was their forever home, and the staff was their family. They were vulnerable, and at times, the target of exploitation and crime by the public. They were called names like “crazies” and “loonies,” and told to move to an island. Some residents were challenging for Harbor View House and the community, while many never bothered anybody. The discrimination was intense, and problems in San Pedro were often blamed on the residents even if they had nothing to do with it. Community members demanded that Harbor View House “lock them up” even though by law they were free to come and go as they wanted.

Every holiday, staff including Luanne and many others decorated the facility to create a cheerful environment with Christmas trees and lights. We gathered donated items to create usually the only gifts residents would receive (offseting the fact that many would have no visitors). By this Christmas, the majority of the residents will be moved out into other facilities. HealthView, Inc, the non-profit agency that owns Harbor View House, sold the building. It had an unrepairable elevator, and residents had to be moved out sooner than expected.

Sadly, staff will likely be losing their jobs before the New Year.

The residents had challenging issues that were understandably hard on them.

At times, it also affected their families, the community, and the staff who cared for them. Nobody asks to have a mental illness. I hope the future holds a smooth transition for the residents that relocated, employment for the staff who lost their jobs, and a world where people with mental illness are understood and cared for humanely.

A special thank you to all the staff who worked at Harbor View House since it opened in 1967, and the many lifelong friends I made working there.

R.I.P. Walter Taylor and Joanna Chow, your work at Harbor View House will never be forgotten. spt Jennifer Marquez can be reached at jennifertmarquez@yahoo. com and @jenntmqz on Twitter and Instagram.

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Even when progress is finally being made, when nobody truly believed it would actually happen, like the redevelopment of Ports O’ Call, locals continue to vent their frustration about it in general. Regardless, in this particular case, progress is moving forward as the remaining demolition of Ports O’ Call will be completed by year’s end and the pathway for the waterfront promenade development will begin in 2019.

The homeless crisis, on the other hand, is next in line of issues we must face and resolve as a community.

Each day, we see the homeless walking in certain parts of San Pedro, asking for a handout, defecating on our streets, and digging in the trash, while encampments are popping up in the most random locations. It used to be that these encampments were limited to certain locations, but now you can find encampments across San Pedro and Greater Los Angeles as a whole. This crisis is not going away.

This is not the first time San Pedro fought back regarding a homeless shelter or homeless housing. The first time was back in 1994 when the Navy housing on Western Avenue across from Green Hills, the former Ponte Vista Site, became available. Once Navy surplus housing becomes available, it can be offered up to support the homeless. Back then, the plan was to use this site to house 880 homeless but met resistance from the San Pedro community and was defeated.

Today, almost 25 years later, this location is still dirt.

The perception of homelessness is far from what our reality was when we were growing up, and the numbers have more than doubled. Breaking down homelessness in cause categories

of substance abuses, mental illness, single parent families, veterans, high rents, lack of jobs, etc., only complicates the issues. In a lot of cases, many homeless are actually people who hold jobs and have children but have to live in their car because they cannot afford rent or a mortgage.

The A Bridge Home initiative is the latest of many approaches to help solve the homeless crisis. This program is to provide temporary shelter in all 15 Council Districts in the City of Los Angeles, and to bring necessary services to the homeless and help guide them into the next phase of getting off the streets. The location that has been approved is just off the freeway at Harbor Boulevard on Beacon Street. This is a far cry from the homeless shelter storage facility that was proposed on Pacific Ave. near Barton Hill Elementary School, and ten times less than the 880 homeless shelter proposed in 1994.

Like many, I am skeptical that this will work, but hopeful that it will. In the end, I believe the main issue here is trust. Do we trust that this will truly be temporary? Do we trust that it will enable the homeless to find their next step to recovery? Do we trust that this location will be safe, well maintained, and secure? Do we trust that this approach will not filter into the adjacent neighborhoods, waterfront development, and local schools? Do we trust the City of Los Angeles to enforce the law on vagrants who do not seek the homeless services that will be in this local area to help them?

There is much distrust to be shared, but as I see it, the times today in San Pedro are much different from the past. We have many who will hold the City and Council Office accountable to meet the intent of this local A Bridge Home location, to keep it clean, safe, and most importantly, to work.

One thing we can no longer do is to turn a blind eye to this crisis. We are called by our faith, compassion, and community to do so, and to do nothing will not make this crisis heal. spt Anthony Pirozzi is a Los Angeles Harbor Commissioner. He can be contacted at apirozzi@yahoo.com.

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SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN! For the third year in a row, a few members of our community that love to serve San Pedro will be joining the big guy on his sleigh four nights this year. Santa’s Sleigh has been a huge success and embraced by many.

There have been driveway parties, gender reveals and thousands of photos with the big guy. Show up to any of the locations below and come say hi to Santa and his helpers.

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They’re doing an extra collection in December for gift bags for homeless moms. Items needed include hairbrushes, lotion, nail polish, nail polish remover, nail clippers, slipper socks, hair accessories. Please direct any questions to KMFCreighton@Hotmail.com.

‘TIS THE SEASON WITH TOBERMAN Breakfast with Santa – This annual event supports the community by providing toys for youth of all ages and breakfast with Santa. All activities are free. For more information, contact: (310) 832-1145, ext.106.

Adopt-A-Family – This program is an opportunity for individuals, teams, companies and organizations to reach out and lift up those in need, either through direct adoption or financial contribution. Your gift, large or small, DECEMBER 4 • Leland Elementary, 5:30 p.m- 7:30 p.m. makes a difference. For more information, contact: (310) 832-1145, ext. 162.

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Berth 84 handmade by a local sailor, and an One seasonal portion of the shop Hours: Tues – Sun, 10a – 4:30p official Los Angles Maritime Museum worth highlighting is their massive (310) 548-7618 harmonica, which comes complete with selection of ornaments. In fact, an seven songs of the sea (only $10!). entire wall is dedicated to these elegant Stepping into the Los Angeles MariAll proceeds benefit the Friends of items. Each one gorgeous, eye catchthe Los Angeles Maritime Museum, and ing, inspired by sea life, and reasonably time Museum Gift Shop, aka “The Old Sea Chest,” is definitely a treasure trove! members save 10% on all purchases. priced, ranging from $2.50 to $30.

“Shopping here means you are doing Going to a holiday party and in need Carrying a variety of nautically themed items, this gift shop certainly has two great things at once,” explains Trivof a hostess gift? The CMA Gift Shop plenty of unique items on deck. “People elli. “First, you are finding a memorable has plenty of fun finds, from pretty tea gift for someone special in your life. cloths and hand towels, to aquatic look- enjoy shopping here because it’s fun to discover gifts that you don’t find in And also, all of the proceeds from the ing bar tools. Another special item is shop directly support the museum in the shop’s selection of paper goods. The every store,” says Marifrances Trivelli, Museum Director. areas like new exhibits, caring for the shop also stocks greeting cards from Serving as an extension of the artifacts, and programming.” She adds, around the world, as well as stationary.

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Assistance League of San Pedro 1441 W. 8th St. Hours: M–F, 10a – 5p; Sat, 11a – 3p (310) 832-8355 If you’re not already in the holiday spirit, then you definitely should place a visit to our local Assistance League. The volunteers are friendly and helpful, and their Annual Holiday Boutique is really something special.

This annual event is highly popular for both Assistance League volunteers, as well as the local community, and preparations begin well before the holiday season. “We start buying for this event in January,” says Joy Reed, gift shop commissioner. Needless to say, this is a big deal.

Going on now through December 31, the boutique offers everything Christmas. Their selection of décor is stunning and eye-catching, from large reindeer, to beautiful ornaments for your tree. “Our selection of holiday decor is always unique, and includes items you don’t see in other boutiques,” Reed says proudly.

There’re also mainstays of the gift shop that are always popular with shoppers, including a wide selection of greeting cards, clothing and accessories, consignment items, and even See’s Candy!

Led by Judy Hildebrand, president of the Assistance League of San Pedro-South Bay, this dedicated nonprofit is the oldest chapter (almost 83 years), as well as has the only volunteer-run post office in the country.

Proceeds from all sales go to support the League’s many philanthropic programs, including Operation School Bell, which helps young students in need shop for clothing and items needed for school, and the Francis J. Johnson Dental Center, which is located above the gift shop.

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On a brisk Saturday morning in November, the corner of 13th Street and Pacific Avenue is buzzing with excitement. Young dancers ranging from toddlers to teenagers shuffle through the studio doors of San Pedro City Ballet, eager to rehearse their parts in this year’s silver anniversary production of The Nutcracker.

As a blur of tutus and tiaras fill the newly renovated studio dance floor, Patrick Bradley stands silent, like the eye of a hurricane, patiently waiting as his dancers are called to attention.

“Ok, let’s start with the left foot,” he says, smirking. “The other left.”

As Tchaikovsky's legendary score plays, a group of ballerinas file into position and begin, some more polished than others, but all with the same determination to get it right. They’re rehearsing the final number in the show, which includes nearly the entire cast onstage. It’s a daunting task, but one Patrick is used to. In the corner, Cynthia Bradley stands observing.

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the first time. As co-artistic directors and co-founders of San Pedro City Ballet, the husband/wife team of Cynthia and Patrick Bradley (along with hundreds of volunteers) have worked tirelessly to produce a professional-level Nutcracker production for the community every year, and every year San Pedro has thanked them in kind by showing their support and filling the seats of the Warner Grand Theatre in December.

“It really feels like yesterday,” says Patrick, when asked about the 25th anniversary. “The only difference is instead of 70 in the cast, we now have more than 200.”

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in a studio in The Terraces shopping center. “We didn't think anyone was going to show up, but we had 60 community members.”

With only a few months to rehearse and a full, eager cast, the Bradleys needed to find a venue for the show.

They talked with San Pedro High School stage crew teacher Don Hughes about using the school auditorium, and created an internship program with his students, which is still thriving today.

With the help of a grant, the entire show’s worth of costumes and props came together in parents’ living rooms.

Patrick, who will be retiring next year from teaching at SPHS, was tasked with designing and building the sets. The night before the first dress rehearsal, he was up until 5 a.m. painting a snow scene on the back wall of the auditorium. Tickets for the inaugural show sold almost as fast as the production came together.

“Eight hundred people showed up and we were flabbergasted,” Cynthia recalls. So began a San Pedro holiday tradition.

The San Pedro City Ballet would move its production to El Camino College and the Warner Grand Theatre, gaining popularity each year. In 1998, the Bradleys bought a former Norwegian bakery building on 13th Street and Pacific Avenue where the ballet school is still based today.

her film debut in Disney's The Nutcracker and the Four Realms last month, continues to shine a spotlight on the school as young dancers seek out the place “where Misty got her start.”

HOMEGROWN TALENT An exciting addition to this year’s production is Enrique Anaya, a 19-year-old dance prodigy who Cynthia calls her “male Misty.”

“Enrique is amazing,” she says. “He flew out from New York City, where Misty has been mentoring him, to come in and play most of the male roles. He has that talent. I knew it the minute I saw him.”

Performing the role of Clara this year is 15-year-old Helena Ghekiere, another talent that Cynthia believes will go far in ballet. “She embodies the role of Clara perfectly,” she says.

The most notable difference between this year’s production and years past is for the first time ever, San Pedro City Ballet has not hired any professionals for the main roles. Every cast member has been homegrown through their company.

“We try to keep a certain professional standard,” says Cynthia. “This year, we have such a talented group, we haven’t had to hire any professionals like in years past. We have returning alumni that have worked professionally, but we didn’t hire any guest artists.”

This year’s cast is a testament to the talent they’ve cultivated through the THE MISTY EFFECT years, and the hard work and dedication In 1996, a then 14-year-old Misty of their students.

Copeland, a prodigy discovered by 2018 was an important year in the Cynthia when she taught a free class history of the school. In addition to the at the Boys & Girls Club, danced the added notoriety through their affiliarole of Clara in that year’s Nutcracker tion with Copeland, SPCB was granted production. Copeland would end up living with the Bradleys for three years a much-needed $50,000 donation from Dr. Joseph Adan, which went to brand and go on to dance in the prestigious new studio floors, upgraded facilities American Ballet Theatre, where she and general maintenance. gained worldwide fame as their first “He’s an angel,” says Cynthia. “We African-American soloist in decades. were going to have to take a loan out Today, Copeland is a household name, inspiring girls of all ages and ethnicities for all the work that had to be done, but he came in and just wanted to help. to take up ballet.

He’s the sweetest man.”

“My time spent training under CynReflecting on 2018, Patrick says, thia and Patrick was incredibly nurturing,” Copeland told San Pedro Today in “This has been a really fun year. I’m 2013, on the production’s 20th anniver- hoping to be here 25 years from now for sary. “Being a part of the company was our 50th anniversary.”

“The community has been with us like a tight-knit family that structured through thick and thin,” adds Cynthia. my foundation as a dancer and person today. The Nutcracker was the first bal- “We always have community members let I was ever a part of, and to do that in in the cast every year, even if they think my hometown of San Pedro made it all they can’t dance. I always tell people, everyone can dance, and even more, the more special.” everyone should dance.” spt “We have teenagers coming to us who were obviously exposed to us The Nutcracker performs Friday, Dec. 7 through Misty,” says Cynthia, who at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. & 7 was recently featured with Copeland p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Tickin People magazine. “I just love them. ets $39/$29/$19 at the Warner Grand They’re older. They start late, just like Theatre (478 W. 6th St.). For more info & Misty did.”

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The 2018 San Pedro High School Girls Volleyball team weathered every storm that was cast upon them, and would counter by bringing about a storm of their own.

Before the season even began, the Pirates lost four players to grade cuts for the first ten weeks of the season.

All four All-Marine League players from the previous 2017 season were also gone due to either graduation or transfer.

Promising junior outside hitter, Alexis Avitia, would miss the first two weeks of the season due to a hamstring injury suffered over the summer.

During one week, another key player, senior outside hitter Sara Peterson, suffered a pinky injury, which kept her out of the first day of the Venice Tournament on September 7.

And yes, the Pirates were left off the CIF-Los Angeles City Section preseason coaches' top ten poll for Division 1 a year after reaching the Open Division playoffs. After a strong regular season, the Pirates just missed the Open Division for this season but got rewarded anyway as the top seed of Division 1.

In spite of all those trials and tribula-

San Pedro High School Girls Volleyball 2018 CIF-LACS Champions

tions, the hard work and perseverance of the Pirates would lead to their greatest reward on Saturday, November 3, in the form of a 25-16, 25-20, 15-25, 25-19 victory over El Camino Real of Woodland Hills in the Division 1 championship match at Birmingham High of Lake Balboa.

"I am so proud of my team," said San Pedro sophomore setter Gabriella Edwards, who had 29 assists. "I honestly can't believe we made it [here]. Winning this is like, the best feeling."

El Camino Real was shorthanded on players due to three being out to injury, but the second-seeded Conquistadors were not short on heart, guts, and desire as they made San Pedro (26-5 overall) earn every point. Even so, the Pirates were not short on confidence that they would find a way to bring home the program's first championship since 2005. "There were definitely some nerves there, but no doubts," said San Pedro senior middle blocker, Lauren Sutrin. "I was very confident that we had what it took to finish them off, we

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just had to dig our feet in and play our game."

San Pedro seemingly had a firm grip on the title with a 5-0 lead in the third set, but when El Camino Real stormed back to take a 16-10 lead, San Pedro would never recover from it and the Conquistadors (15-16) were right back in it. "Our mindset after that third set was extremely focused," said San Pedro junior outside hitter, Isabella Emerson.

"We immediately addressed what we had done wrong and the steps needed to fix our game. We saw this fourth set as a fresh start to finish the most important match of the year."

Sure enough, the experienced Pirates would chip away at the youthful Conquistadors with every rally, taking a 19-17 lead after they called their final timeout. San Pedro would set up match point with two huge aces from senior libero Hanna Gurrola, a pivotal block from Sutrin, and two straight El Camino Real attack errors, but the Conquistadors would answer with a kill and service ace to make it 24-19, which prematurely delayed San Pedro's celebration.

The final rally of the match itself proved San Pedro's resourcefulness that they showed the entire season was legit, and there was little doubt that the Pirates would look to Sutrin to put on the finishing touches. El Camino Real denied Sutrin on two straight attempts, but when El Camino Real couldn't get a clear attempt to spike one down and had to bump it over, Sutrin would finally seal the championship with the last, and greatest of her 11 kills off a dig attempt.

"That final point felt like forever!

It was such a long rally," Gurrola said with glee. "However, I knew Lauren had gone up for that final swing, that she would get that point and win (the title) for us. She hit it in the opposite way she was facing and I knew the title was ours."

This championship win wasn't the first title San Pedro would celebrate in 2018, considering they won their very own San Pedro Invitational Tournament back on September 15, also against El Camino Real, 25-13 in a one-set championship final, however this championship feels so much greater and sweeter for the Pirates.

"We definitely had the heart and talent in that final set to give us the championship we've been working all season for," said Avitia, who finished with six kills, two aces, and 11 digs for San Pedro, who also got four kills and two blocks from Emerson, along with 22 digs and three aces from Gurrola.

Back-to-back clutch kills from Avitia would stake San Pedro to the opening set victory, while an ace from Edwards ended the second set which gave the Pirates the commanding two-game lead before the Conquistadors showed their toughness and made San Pedro work harder.

"Winning those first two sets was very crucial for us,� said Peterson, who had 10 kills and seven digs. “Because it pushed us to finish when we needed to for the win."

On the road to the championship, the Pirates earned a bye in the first round before defeating Verdugo Hills of Tujunga three straight in the quarterfinals, and outlasting Bell in a four-set semifinal triumph. spt

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I’m still that weird, little kid with the same interests, but the cool part is that now, learning is a big part of my job.

Ever since I decided to devote myself to San Pedro history and culture, I’ve dreamed of learning Spanish, Italian, and Croatian. Not only because it can come in handy, but because it’s the best way to really immerse yourself in a culture. That’s why I jumped at the chance to learn Croatian at the DalmatianAmerican Club.

Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., my fellow classmates and I meet in the bar of the Dalmatian-American Club. Our instructor is Nada Matulich, a native of Croatia who moved here 13 years ago. The class is a great mix of people, from middle school-aged kids, to young

Croatian language class at the Dalmatian-American Club (photo: Angela Romero)

professionals, to retirees, and even one ornery octogenarian. I’d say most students are Croatian and have some kind of familiarity with the language.

Before this class, my Croatian vocabulary consisted of only a few words. But I didn’t feel so bad when we all learned the harsh reality that most Croatians in San Pedro do not speak proper Croatian, they speak a dialect native to their island, which has a strong Italian influence. I think someone once used the analogy that the dialect spoken here is equivalent to that of a country bumpkin in the States.

On the first day of class, we learned the Croatian alphabet, which contains four more characters than its English counterpart. My favorite letters in the alphabet are the ones that have accent marks that look like little angry eyebrows floating above them; Č pronounced with a hard “-ch,” Dž pronounced like a hard “j,” Š pronounced like “–sh,” and Ž pronounced like the “z” in Zsa Zsa Gabor.

What I appreciate the most about the Croatian alphabet is: 1.) It’s not Cyril-

lic, and 2.) All the letters never change the way they sound. Because of this fact, each letter is like a roadmap on how to pronounce the words. I have a great sense of direction and with a little added effort, I’m actually pretty good (for a novice) at pronunciation. I even wowed the class with my ability to say djevojčica on the first try. Despite my early successes, I still feel a little bit like Eliza Doolittle with the marbles in her mouth when it comes to the new combinations of sounds. For example, let’s take the word Monday. In Croatian, it’s Ponedjeljak. Phonetically, you’d say it like “po-ned-yell-yak.” Before one class, I sat in the car and said ponedjeljak over and over until it felt less foreign in my mouth.

When we have to read dialogue exercises, my friend Stacy laughs at me because she’s the Croatian and is having more trouble than I am. I try to remind her that I might sound great, but I have no clue what I’m saying. Because Croatian isn’t based in Latin, like Spanish, English, and Italian, it’s hard to wrap your mind around the language.

We all keep trying to make connections or apply English type rules to Croatian and failing miserably. Let’s take colors, for example. Orange in Croatian is narančasta and purple is ljubičasta. We asked Nada if -časta meant anything on its own, kind of like a colorful suffix.

Nada answered simply, “No.” That was frustrating, but it was followed by an a-ha moment that was my equivalent of Eliza Doolittle’s “The Rain in Spain.”

Green in Croatian is zelena. I used to watch this TV show called Once Upon a Time, based very loosely on fairy tales.

The Wicked Witch of the West was a character who had green skin and her name was Zelena. I squealed with delight knowing her name reflected her skin tone!

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my Croatian classes. Besides the language, Nada tells us about life in Croatia, like the fact that they eat a lot of soup, or fun trivia like neckties are a Croatian invention. If you’re interested in learning Croatian, contact the Dalmatian-American Club to sign up for their next session in early 2019. Vidimo se! spt

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“Wash your hands.”

“What?”

“Before you train, go in the bathroom, wash your hands.”

“Why?” “Because before I begin every workout, I wash my hands of all the day’s stress, worry, and obligations I have on my mind. When I’m here, I need to be here. Not at the office, not with my kids. Not with the hundred things on my plate. I’m here. Present.”

I don’t remember where I heard that little interaction, but I never forgot it.

If I can impart to you one anecdote to poor results in the gym, it’s this: Be fully present in your workouts. Be there inside every mile, set, and rep. Most people want to be gone the second they walk in gym. They check their phone, take selfies, read throwaway magazines, go to the locker room, and repeat.

We’ve all seen the person in the gym who seems to be doing everything but working out. Anything they can do to avoid the “pain cave” the workout forces us into. So we avoid it like the plague.

For many people, there is the mistaken belief that simply being at the gym is victory enough. That just because you showed up, the fitness gods will bestow a dream body because of your great attendance. A participation trophy. You should be applauded for showing up, especially if it’s scary for you. But understand, it’s only the first step. As you gain your bearings and courage, showing up is necessary, but not sufficient.

You’ll have to show up in every second of every rep. Once you’re there, don’t hide from what you came for.

I’m as guilty of this as anyone. I’ve let the worries of the day totally ruin my workout. I’ve let the laziness take hold and screwed off into oblivion. It’s for this reason you need to begin every workout with intention. Have a seat, look in the mirror, settle into a meditative stretch, and get your mind right.

Here are a few things to keep in mind: Leave the outside world outside and remember why you’re here.

Ask yourself, what exactly are you trying to accomplish and how

will today’s workout get you closer to that?

Have structure to your time in the gym. Have a plan. Don’t wander aimlessly. Write it down if you need to.

Make a silent commitment to keep the workout in front of your sole focus and vow to milk every ounce of your best effort into it.

Eliminate all possible distraction and keep to the task at hand. The workout requires your full attention so give it nothing less.

Understand that all of the things weighing on you (lack of sleep, stress, worry) might affect your strength and motivation, but it will not affect your effort. You will do everything you can with what you have in you today. You might have been better yesterday or tomorrow, but none of that matters here today.

Track your weights, your pace, your reps. Every workout is a brick and you build your body and fitness, brick by brick. Each subsequent workout builds from the ones you did before it. If you begin each workout without ever paying attention to what was accomplished before it, you will never get better. Notebooks are great for this.

And lastly, pay attention to the “dark passenger.” In the popular show Dexter, the main character talked about his “dark passenger” that made him kill. We all have a dark passenger.

It wants to hold us back; to sabotage us.

You need to be aware of that. It wants nothing more than for you to quit. So be patient, but don’t cut yourself too much slack. Push yourself, but don’t berate yourself, complain, or sulk because someone is stronger/fitter/skinnier. In the midst of the workout, you need to be your own cheerleader. “I got this. I can do it. No one can stop me.”

A workout is the active molding of your lesser self into a better version; and that is hard and scary thing to do.

It’ll take practice but I know you can do it. Now, go wash your hands. spt Heyday Elite Fitness offers a 2-minute scan that provides a full 1-page body fat analysis to help you tailor your fitness goals. For more info, email ricky@heydaytraining.com.

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It turns out that essential oils can play a therapeutic role in healing, symptom relief, and immune support. So with cold and flu season upon us, it’s the perfect time to incorporate some of these natural wonders into your self care routine: (The following essential oils are generally safe for adult use. Please consult a pediatrician or qualified aromatherapist about which essential oils are safe for children. You can also seek out products specifically formulated for children.)

Eucalyptus Oil - Studies show that eucalyptus oil has antimicrobial effects against many bacteria, viruses, and fungi. It also has immune-stimulatory, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic benefits, making it effective in helping to treat respiratory illness, including colds, bronchitis, asthma, and sinusitis.

In addition to its ability to naturally fight infection, eucalyptus oil can help offer effective relief for symptoms such as coughs, sore throats, and sinus congestion. Eucalyptus oil can be used via steam inhalation or applied topically (usually with a carrier oil). In particular, homemade vapor rubs have become a popular all-natural alternative to drugstore vapor rub products (which often contain camphor), using a combination of eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil, a carrier oil, and beeswax.

Oregano Oil - Oregano oil’s antiviral properties make it one of my favorite natural cold and flu remedies. It’s been found to be particularly effective for upper respiratory tract infections (in addition to other viruses). While oregano oil can be diffused aromatically or applied topically (pre-diluted with a carrier oil), I prefer to take oregano oil orally via capsules because I find the scent and taste to be strong (I like Designs for Health Oil of Oregano capsules). It’s especially effective when taking preventatively or at the first sign of a cold. Just be sure to always

take it with a full plate of food, as it can cause stomach upset otherwise.

Frankincense Oil - With its antiinflammatory and antimicrobial properties, frankincense has been shown to be more than just a popular ancient remedy. Studies show its effectiveness in treating inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, digestive distress, and more. In addition to its therapeutic benefits promoting relaxation, oral health, and memory function, frankincense is also touted as a potent immune booster, making it a favorite when fighting colds and flu. Plus, the scent is instantly calming to me. Frankincense can be diffused aromatically or applied topically with a carrier oil.

Peppermint Oil - Among its various benefits, peppermint has potent antimicrobial and antiviral properties, making it beneficial for fighting winter viruses. Meanwhile, the menthol in peppermint makes it ideal for relieving congestion, coughs, sore throats, and sinus headaches. Like eucalyptus, peppermint oil can be used via steam inhalation, diffused aromatically, or applied topically (usually with a carrier oil or as part of a homemade vapor rub).

Thieves Oil - Thieves oil is a blend of essential oils with potent antimicrobial properties, typically made of a combination of clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, rosemary, and lemon oils.

Studies show that essential oils, such as cinnamon and clove, contain antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties that can help support immunity and fight against colds and flu. Thieves oil can be applied topically (pre-diluted with a carrier oil) or diffused aromatically. Bonus: the scent is wonderful.

Some things to remember: • To avoid skin irritation, dilute essential oils with a carrier oil (like jojoba or coconut oil) before applying topically.

• Essential oils can have adverse effects, so be sure to check with your doctor first if you are pregnant or have a medical condition.

• Do not ingest essential oils unless the label deems it is safe to do so. Certain oils are not safe for ingestion.

• Always look for pure essential oilsmanufactured by trusted brands. Plant Therapy and doTerra are two reputable brands (although there are others).

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by Pastor Nathan Hoff “Our problem is a lack of leaders.”

I’m hearing iterations of this sentiment frequently. Local and global organizations of every kind are asking, “How do we create a leadership pipeline?” In Tanzania, we are ready to open a campus that will be able to house over 50 girls and some of their babies who have survived sex trafficking. We think we could raise the money, buy or rent the right properties, and, unfortunately, we would have plenty of survivors who could fill the homes.

So why did our expansion timeline have to be slowed way down? We struggle to identify leaders who have character and who would dare to lead.

I have compiled nine commandments (I know I need one more) of leadership for our elders, staff, council, and others who serve in leadership. This month, I will continue to comment on a few of these commandments.

You can read my previous columns, available at sanpedrotoday.com.

Leadership Commandment 6: We will remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.

This one is stolen from God’s top ten list found in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5. This commandment is a struggle for me. Why do I feel guilty breaking the other nine commandments, but I feel guilty keeping this one? Because my identity is wrapped up in what I produce or accomplish. I don’t think I’m alone. How many of us are more human doing than human being? Sabbath rest is a gracious invitation to be instead of to do.

A wise mentor told me early on that leadership is a marathon and not a sprint. On the outside I nodded agreement, but on the inside, I thought I was the exception. Fifteen years of serial Sabbath commandment-breaking almost broke me. Burn out was within reach, and yet the numbness that is symptomatic of work addiction anesthetized me from the painful flame of burnout. The tender leaders and understanding congregation at Trinity gifted me and my family with a sabbatical. I remember being worried that I wasn’t feeling anymore. My compassion was mechanical. Had I lost my affections? At the beginning of my sabbatical I worshipped at different

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churches. Plainclothes, I was attempting to be anonymous toward the back of the sanctuary at the LifeTeen Mass at Holy Trinity on a Sunday night, and the epistle reading was from 2 Corinthians. I heard the precious Word of God and lost it. Kind of an ugly cry, if you know what I mean. Trying to get my stuff together, I thanked God that there was still a soft heart in there somewhere. Like the Grinch, my heart grew three sizes that day.

Sabbath does that. Sabbath recalibrates you to Godspeed. God conveys identity, affection, and a calling at Godspeed. Limits are gifts. A limitless sea is a destructive flood. A limitless fire burns instead of warms. Limitless intimacy is adultery. Limitless work is the enemy of sustainable leadership. Be still and know that I am God [and that you are not] (Psalm 46.10).

Leadership Commandment 7: There is a difference between hard work and busy.

This commandment is related to the previous one. There is not an effective leader that doesn’t work hard.

Certain seasons are more relentless than others. Being busy is a substitute but not a synonym for hard work.

Busy is unintentional, reactive, and soil for growing resentment without regard for season. A diagnostic question related to this commandment is: When people ask you how you are, how often do you say, “busy?” Why is this answer so common? Recently deceased pastor and author, Eugene Peterson wrote in his book Subversive Spirituality, “Busyness is the enemy of spirituality.” A farmer doesn’t sustain planting season or harvest all year long.

They plan, work hard, plant, and wait.

They fertilize, weed, consult, harvest, and then rest. Hard work is seasonal, but not sustainable. It is impossible to work hard enough or be busy enough to gain the favor of God or others.

Thankfully, we work from favor, not for favor. From God we already have all the favor we could ever need.

We are not waiting for his approval, we already have it! (Psalm 30.5).

May your celebrations of this season be filled with the light and love of God and precious connections with one another! Merry Christmas! spt Nathan Hoff is the Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Pedro. Follow his blog at: trinitypastor.blogspot.com.

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“We literally have grown up together these past ten years,” says Alexa (Iacono).

Though the couple did not attend San Pedro High School at the same time, Anthony, aka Tripple, and Alexa both were involved in Pirates athletics, with Tripple playing football, and Alexa the captain of the short flags team.

The couple met and officially started dating in 2008, when Tripple attended a barbeque that Alexa was hosting.

Instrumental in getting the couple together was Tripple’s late uncle Ray, who was also Alexa’s coach. “I still remember the text from Ray,” says Alexa. “It read, ‘My nephew is home from college. Is it okay if he comes to the barbeque? He is bored.’” After that initial meeting, the pair’s first year and a half of dating was somewhat long distance, with Tripple attending and playing football at the University of La Verne, and Alexa attending California State Long Beach, while coaching San Pedro High School’s shields team, The Bannerettes.

“Alexa is selfless and will always put others before herself,” gushes Tripple.

“I love her smile and kindness.” In addition to being a good cook, Alexa loves Tripple’s sense of humor. “He is just like my grandpa, Richard ‘Big Head’ Iacono,” says Alexa. “If he isn’t picking on you, he doesn’t like you.”

A perk of their relationship, according to Tripple, are Alexa’s home cooked meals and baking skills.

“I remember the moment I won his heart with homemade blueberry muffins I made for him and his football roommates,” Alexa recalls. “Our friend Travis said, ‘Hey man, you gotta keep her. She makes us muffins,’ and Tripple’s face lit up as he took a bite.” Looks like Tripple took that advice to heart.

On March 12, 2017, friends and family celebrated Alexa’s birthday at the Hotel Maya in Long Beach.

Unbeknownst to Alexa, Tripple had previously asked her father for his blessing, and during the birthday festivities, popped the question. Tripple recalls fondly, “I wasn’t nervous at all, I was mostly excited to profess my love to my future wife.”

Tripple and Alexa officially tied the knot on April 14, 2018, surrounded by 260 close friends and family.

The wedding date also holds special meaning to the couple. “That weekend would have been Tripple’s uncle Ray’s 35th birthday,” explains Alexa. “He introduced us, and there was no better way to thank him than to dedicate our wedding to him. It was his celebration, too.”

Their traditional ceremony was held at the beautiful Neighborhood Church in Palos Verdes Estates. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father, Alex Iacono. “When Alexa was walking down the aisle, she was glowing and sparkling,” Tripple says sweetly. “I was calm for the first time in days and it was perfect.”

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The couple was also joined by mother of the bride Ann Iacono, parents of the groom Robert Tripple and Sharon Jones; grandmothers Sandy Iacono, Mary Lauro, and Betty Jones; maids of honor Sasha Geha and Adrienne Iacono, bridesmaids Angela Garcia, Antonette Jones, Charisma Jones, Jabrina Jones, Johana Geha DiBernardo, Mariejo Geha, and Shawntelle Philips Torres; best man Travis Arroyo; groomsmen Anthony Iacono, Adrian Torres, John Pesic, Josh Carrera, Juan Garcia, Marco Salazar, and Paul Luna; Flower girl Ariyah Jones; and ring bearer Mason Jones.

Before making their way to the reception, the bridal party made two surprising, local pit stops. First, the limo stopped for a celebratory sub at Busy Bee. “I was starving and it’s one of our favorite places to eat in San Pedro,” Alexa humorously recalls. Next, the limo visited the newlywed’s gym, All Fit. “It started out as a pose for photos, but I discovered I was strong enough to push Tripple on a sled,” explains Alexa.

She adds, “The photos from both stops are pretty epic.”

Following the ceremony, guests were invited to celebrate at a reception at Dalmatian American Club in San Pedro.

Cocktail hour featured a mariachi band, live piano, and plenty of fresh seafood and hors d’ouveres, with a reception afterwards in the main hall. “The room was totally transformed into the most beautiful setting ever seen,” says

Tripple. The newlyweds hit the elegant white dance floor for their first dance to “Stay With You” by John Legend.

The party has many special treats for guests, including a hookah lounge, and plenty of yummy offerings, including a popcorn table and a large selection of Italian desserts. Each guest also received a lottery scratcher as a party favor. Tripple mentions, “We have yet to find out if anyone won!”

Immediately following the big day, Tripple and Alexa enjoyed a beautiful and adventurous honeymoon in Cancun.

As the couple continues to grow in their love, they also will be growing in family size. Tripple and Alexa are currently anticipating the arrival of a child, due in February. “We hope to continue to grow our family and raise our kids in San Pedro,” says Alexa.

Tripple shares his hopes for their family, saying, “We are extremely blessed and want to teach our children the same morals and values we have been taught. We hope to grow old together gracefully and have a life filled with love and laughter.”

Tripple and Alexa currently reside in San Pedro. Tripple works for the Department of Public Safety at the University of Southern California.

Alexa is a Lab Manager at Complete Women’s Care in Long Beach, and studying to become a Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist. spt

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Your agent should carefully craft marketing first by figuring out who the likely buyer is, then figuring out how the property can be best be displayed for them. Most buyers start shopping online, therefore importance of wellplanned and well-executed photographs cannot be over estimated. Ad/MLS copy should be concise and not excessive.

Highlight special features without using long lists of what the property has. The goal is to persuade the reader to visit the property. Professional copywriters are a real plus. Video also gets more traction online than photos, and it’s best when video is used to tell a story about the home and the neighborhood.

5. Showing – When you’ve got your home in tip-top shape and it’s ready to go on the market and be shown, be sure it looks like the photos. Control the temperature, add softly scented candles, and leave quiet music on. Turn all the lights on and open any window coverings.

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