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39 languages. She has even written the libretto for an opera based on her book. Along the way, she has won many honors. Her talk was as fascinating to listen to as her books are to read. She had everyone’s immediate attention when she told, “My great grandfather made crotchless underwear for brothels or fancy underwear for fancy ladies.” Her great-great grandfather liked women and gambling. She said that trait still persists in her family to this day. It was surprising to learn that an oriental could not marry an occidental (down to one quarter) until 1952. One of her grandfathers had four wives and 12 kids – the last one born when he was in his 90s. Lisa reminded us, “There was no Viagra in those days!” Pretty racy stuff! At one point in her writing, See believed she had to travel to China to her ancestors small village. She ate what they ate, which was once pig penis. “It tastes like chicken.” Lisa described foot binding, which continued for one thousand years and wasn’t banned until 1912. Some remote villages didn’t know it had been banned for another 50 years. She compared enhanced breasts to foot binding, telling us, “The average age for a boob job in the U.S. is a shocking 17. We have them to make us more marriageable just as foot binding used to do.” If you’re interested in this dynamic group of the Lobero Theatre Associates, contact Joan Crossland at joan@bluepalmgroup.com. They come in all ages and sizes and love to wear hats.
Visiting Surgeon Lecture
It’s always fun to see balloons where I usually appear for my annual checkups. It doesn’t hurt that there’s wine and delicious yummies by Rincon Catering, too. The lobby was packed with folks, and we always learn something. Sansum Clinic had invited the public to the annual visiting professor of surgery lecture and reception. Dr. Ron Latimer each year chooses an outstanding surgeon to come to Santa Barbara for one week to inform our
Speaker Dr. Michael Sarr with Beverlie Latimer, Barbara Sarr, and Dr. Ron Latimer at the lecture reception at Samsun
local doctors and residents on how better to do their job. As guest surgeon Michael Sarr, MD, told us, “It isn’t often I get the opportunity to spend a whole week with one group.” This year, Dr. Sarr ended his week by telling us the story of a French Canadian fur trapper from Mackinac Island, Alexis St. Martin, who was accidentally shot by a discharge of a shotgun loaded with buckshot from close range and the doctor who saved his life, Dr. William Beaumont. The accident injured St. Martin’s ribs and stomach, and the doctor expected him to die but St. Martin survived – however, with a hole (or fistula) in his stomach that never fully healed. Dr. Beaumont kept his patient around so he could study how the stomach digests food. He would tie food to a string and put it into the hole in the stomach, checking every few hours to see the progress. In so doing, Dr. Beaumont learned many unknown facts about the way our stomach works. Remember, this was 1822, before anesthesia. As the story goes, the patient outlived his doctor by 30 years even with a hole in his stomach. Actually, the Dr. slipped on ice and died. Cottage Health was the title sponsor of this interesting evening and its historic authentic tale.
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Co-chairs of the JLSB Masquerade Ball, Beth Maynard and Laura Hunt, flanking president Jennifer Neisse
JLSB supporters and members Susannah Harrison, James Thrasher, and Molly Russ
Eric Rheinschild with Woman of the Year and wife Megan and her mom, Carol Riker, at the ball
Junior League Gala
Junior League of Santa Barbara (JLSB) gathered members and patrons for an oceanside cocktail party and gala at the Coral Casino. It was their 8th masquerade ball and everyone joined in with some sort of mask from large to small, sequined, beaded, feathered, and simpler ones for the guys.
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exploitation.” The two finalists for Woman of the Year were Lynn Karlson and Megan Rheinschild. It must have been a tough choice to choose a winner with such qualified candidates; Ms. Rheinschild received the honor. Megan graduated from UCSB and studied at the National Autonomous University in Mexico City, receiving her degree in sociology and Spanish. Megan has been employed in the Santa Barbara County District
JLSB president Jennifer Neisse explained what they are all about. “We are so honored to throw this beautiful celebration. It’s a wonderful opportunity for members of the community to learn more about the Junior League and our mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and impacting our local community through effective action and leadership. One hundred percent of the funds raised directly benefit that mission. Every dollar raised means more training for our members; more volunteer service to our community and more work in our newly formed Focus Area, which is aimed at educating and empowering at-risk young women to reach their full potential so that they don’t fall victim to sexual
• The Voice of the Village •
Attorney’s office Victim Witness Assistance Program since 1994 and has been director since l997. She is responsible for a program that serves annually more than 3,500 victims of violent crimes. Since 2008, Megan has been involved with a sexual assault response team in partnership with the Public Health Department, CALM, and rape crisis centers. She also facilitated the first Human Trafficking Task Force meeting. This is the latest area for JLSB’s focus. Megan received $800 from JLSB to donate to the organization of her choosing. Thanks go to gala co-chairs Beth Maynard and Laura Hunt. For more information, visit www.jlsantabarbara.org. Keep up the good work! •MJ 24 – 31 March 2016