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T he Broward Women’s Choral Group, led by Director Marilyn Leach, perform their last rehearsal of the year. Performance information can be accessed at www.bwcchoralgroup.org. for anyone interested in joining the group.

Your editor’s daughter, Noelle Frangipane (right), a cancer survivor, ran the 39-mile Avon race for breast cancer in Washington, D.C. last month.

(On left) Ali Loren rehearsing the vocal part to “Do You Remember When,” a environmental song to be performed at the Wildlife Habitat certification ceremonies coming up later this year.

Sisters Mary Gabrilove and Barabara Pizzutelli enjoy great live music at J. Mark’s Restaurant

The Exchange Club honored April’s most improved students. Pictured from L to R: realtor Jim Balistreri; students Phil Barnes and Vanissa Benjamin (Highlands Christian Academy); students Lesha Storr and Odane-Marc Bonner (Pompano Beach H.S.); Pompano Beach H.S. Principal Mr. R. Gordon; Highlands teacher Derek Parker and Dr. Bob Parks.

You can find Mary Lou Sylvia at the front desk at the LHP Doreen Gauthier Library, ready to serve all your needs.

Around the Point is a column that includes news items relevant to the residents of LHP. We reserve the right to reject material that may not be in the best interest of the community.

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The Garden Club OF LIGHTHOUSE POINT "OFF" for the summer. Meetings will resume September 18, 2008 at St. Paul's Education Hall, 2700 NE 36 Street. Contact President, Inger Jones 954.942.9310, or their website: www.gardencentral.org/florida/mylhpclub.

On Earth Day, April 22nd, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Chapter in Lighthouse Point donatedtwo nesting boxes to the city. One box will be located in the live oak tree in the parking lot at City Hall. In attendance were Mayor Fred Schorr, Lighthouse Point aborist Nate Lowe, Regent Debbie Duay, Opal Spenser, Kathleen Dempsey, Cindi Symanek, and Cynthia Rohkamm.

SUMMER DAY CAMP and YOUTH SAILING PROGRAM REGISTRATION DATES Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon at Dixon Ahl Hall 2220 NE 38 Street, Lighthouse Point SUMMER DAY CAMP Wednesday, June 18, 2008 through Friday, July 25, 2008, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Dan Witt Park $250 LHP Residents $400 Non-Residents (First 50) YOUTH SAILING CAMP

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT LHP Y&RC June 6-8 Cruise with your family & friends to Sailfish Marina in Palm Beach shores. Dockage & rooms available. Fishing, Fun, Food & Games, Saturday night BBQ. Wednesday, June 11 6-8 pm Family fun with “Dot the Clown” for the Little Skippers. Music & Games in the Commodore Room. Sunday, June 15 FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH 11am- 2 pm. Adults $16.50, Children $7.95. Enjoy Chef Rudy’s Fabulous Brunch with all the trimmings. Friday, June 27 DIVE-IN MOVIE 6:30-10 pm. Dive in movie under the stars. Floats, drinks and snacks. Parents may take advantage of this opportunity to have a nice dinner and dance along to the sounds of Will Bridges.

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Democr acy means that anyone can grow up t o be president , and anyone w ho doesn’t gro w up can be vic e- president .

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From the Editor TRYING TO BELIEVE The American political landscape has become so terribly convoluted on both sides of the fence in the past eight years that to be loyal to one particular party is tantamount to believing that there is honor among thieves, or that there is a tooth fairy. I have not yet picked a presidential candidate, and I won’t until the lying stops and they all get serious about getting their facts straight, instead of feeding us with varying degrees of tainted information they think will help them win the election. Hopefully, I can regain my “believing” mode once again to be able to get me through the most expensive an embarrassing election campaign in this nation’s history. The lowly pig’s intestines have been playing a huge role in thinning the blood of heart patients for many years with a Bayer product called Heparin. CNN, among other news stations, recently showed pictures of sweat shops in China where the drug is made, depicting deplorably dirty working conditions, which has resulted in causing the

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contents contents Al’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Around the Point . . . . . . . . . . . 5 As I Was Saying . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Beauty Spot of the Mont h . . . . . . . . 26 Berkel and Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Butterfly Lady . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Cantankerously Yours . . . . . . . . . . 56 Commissioners’ Report . . . . . . . . . . 72 Cookin’ with the Community. . . . . . 7 3 Cover story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Editoria l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Garden Lady . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Happy Birthday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Healthy Skin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Helpful Harriet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Hot Off the Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Identity Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 I Love My Pet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Library News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Merchant of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 74 Mortgage News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 On Religion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Out & About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Sheriff Lamberti Reports . . . . . . . . . 64 Strange, But Tru e . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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I Love My Pet

Spike Phillips Hi, My name is Spike Phillips, alias “Trouble!” Reason being that recently one night I decided to chew on an electrical wire. I got electrocuted and died. My mom cried because I was dead. But my dad gave me CPR and got me breathing again. Mom and dad rushed me to the Animal Emergency Clinic in Deerfield Beach. My dad is my hero. My mom and dad are the best. I think I'll keep 'em! Spike Phillips (Rosemarie's dog) 5030 NE 26 Terrace, LHP Please send us a favorite photo of your pet. Also, include 75 words, or less why you love your pet, your name, address, phone and the name of your pet. Send photos by regular mail, or by email as a jpeg file to [email protected]. No photos will be returned.

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POMPANO SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Story & photos by Jon Frangipane If you love watching people, then you w atcher holiday, durwere on a people-w ing this year’s Pompano Seafood Festival. It was difficult to know where to look first because of the hords of colorful characters that were strolling through the crowded passage ways. With clouds of tantalizing aromas wafting through the air, it was hard to resist sampling a bit here and there. I couldn’t get past Seafood World without ordering the blackened dolphin(thanks Ric Green). Owner Hugh was there, busy slicing up some fresh tuna, the Soroptomists were giving their usual helping hand, as were the Exchange Club gang, who appeared abnormally happy throughout the weekend, and doing such a fine job (serving?) with the drinks. I even ran into an old buddy, fine singer and tenor sax virtuoso Jerry Tesoro; certainly a pleasant surprise. This is one of my favorite festivals. Hope to see you next year!

SEAFOOD JUDGING COMMITTEE L to R: Mayor Lamar Fisher, Marc Fladell, Esg., Patricia Rahmankhah, Commissioners Charlotte Burrie, and Barry Dockswell

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Remembering S tuart B. McIver By Marjory Lyons Stuart B. McIver, longtime resident of Lighthouse Point, died of natural causes on April 24, 2008 at North Broward Medical Center, and with his passing, the writing community lost a magnificent leader, guide and friend. A distinguished historian, writer, speaker and storyteller, Stuart was well known in this community and throughout the state. Moving from Jupiter in 1969, Stuart and his wife Joan and their children came to Lighthouse Point where they have lived in the same house ever since. Of that gracious house, Joan once said, "It's really just a box, but it is perfect for growing orchids," many of which hang under the rooftop around the swimming pool. Son Stuart, Jr., daughters Jan Hammett, Laurel McIver, Barbara McIver and Margery Horrigan all grew up there, and the three grandchildren, Andrew and Sara Hammett and Eamon Horrigan often have come for long vacations. One of three boys, Stuart was born on December 25, 1921, and raised in Sanford, North Carolina where his father was a country doctor. When asked a few months ago if any of the brothers had been interested in medicine, Stuart said, "No, none of us went into that profession. But my granddaughter, Sara, is in her first year at the Medical College of Charleston. So she continues the medical tradition." A graduate of the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill where he majored in journalism, Stuart was a diligent, lifelong writer. He authored 15 fiction and non-fiction books; 500 magazine articles; a regular column for Sunshine, the Sunday South Florida Sun-Sentinel Magazine; and edited the South Florida History Magazine. In addition, he spent 14 years in documentary film-making including script writing, production and directing. His documentary about silent movie director D. W. Griffiths, whose movie, The Idol Dancer, was filmed on the shores the New River, was shown at the Fort Lauderdale Film Festival. His documentary, Alligator, won a Silver Medal at the Venice Film Festival. Stuart was recognized and revered as the dean of Florida storytellers. He discovered, through doing research, amazing and outrageous activities of certain Florida citizens in the early days, and in his Carolinian drawl, would regale his audiences with those tales. His Schemers, Swindlers, and Scalawags, published in 1994 by Pineapple Press, is a collection of such stories. In Death in the Everglades his purpose was more serious. He wrote of the wanton slaughter of hundreds of egrets by poachers in Southwest Florida in the early 1900s to supply the market with plumes for ladies' hats. Intrigued by Ernest Hemingway, but not content to study about him in Key West alone, where Hemingway lived and wrote, Stuart and Joan went to Cuba to investigate the famous author's activities. For many summers, Stuart could be seen sprouting a beard when he competed in the Hemingway LookAlike Contest in Key West. The writers in the South Florida community mourn Stuart's loss as person, friend and mentor. Joyce Sweeney, herself a writing mentor and an author of 13 young adult novels, said, "He was so much a part of the local book scene. When I

Stuart B. McIver first got here, he was my guide in everything. It's heartbreaking to lose him." Ed Reardon, actor, playwright and writer said, "He was my bridge to the whole writers' community down here, starting in the mid-eighties." Marzi Kaplan, adjunct professor at the University of Miami Law School said, "In addition to having been a fine writer and historian, Stuart was a decent, caring human being." Understanding the isolation of writers at work, Stuart was an advocate of gathering them together in professional organizations. He served three years as president of the Florida Chapter of the Mystery Writers of America and six years as president of the Writers Network of South Florida. It was at a Halloween Party of the latter group that Stuart exhibited his proud Scottish heritage by wearing a rakish, knee-length Scottish kilt. Stuart, Jr. said, "My dad loved music, especially jazz. And it was from him that I learned about jazz and his favorites, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Artie Shaw, Billy Strayhorn, Johnny Mercer and George and Ira Gershwin. Dad and I attended a "Tribute to Artie Shaw" at the Broward Performing Arts Center a few months ago, and I'm so grateful that we did." Young Stuart is a musician himself, playing guitar with the Strange Brew Band in Boca Raton. "I got to share and enjoy classical jazz music with my dad, and it was wonderful." Continues on page 17

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A Simple case of Cognitive Disonance A conversation with my cat

By Jon Frangipane It's seven-fifteen in the evening. I'm really whipped and in desperate need of peace and quiet. Berkel greets me at the door. "Hey Jon, it's so good to have you home. Did you have a pleasant day? I smell a rat, or in this case a cat. Why is he buttering me up?, I thought. He rarely meets me at the door. Berkel and Me "What do I owe for this unusual and magnanimous greeting to, Berkel, my friend?" "It's our relationship. I think it's gone to the dogs. No pun intended," replied Berkel. "No life is perfect," I answered. "Even the King of England can have differences with the Queen." Berkel gave a long stretch across the carpet. "For your information, England hasn't had a king since 1952 when King George VI died." I kept forgetting that this is the only cat that plays Trivial Pursuit online, and is a virtual well of worthless information. "I was simply trying to say that persons at every level of the socio-economic ladder can have differences," I answered, convincingly. Berkel looked at me straight in the eye and said, "But would the Queen of England, hypothetically speaking, of course, feed the King of England CHICKEN every single day of his life?" I tried not to look stunned at his comment. "No," I countered, "But I'm not the Queen of England and you're not the king, so it's a moot point, my friend." "Moot point!" Berkel shouted. Why, you call me those lovey-dovey names like "Berky Baby," "Berky Puss," "Berky Boobala," and then you have the unmitigated gall to feed me dry chicken-flavored mini-turds twice a day?" Blood surged to my head. Is this cat doing me in? I mused. I picked up a bag of cat food off the kitchen counter. "Look right here," I pointed, "You can read. See, it says, 'Your cat will just love the taste of Gaggle, designed to please the tastes of even the most discriminating felines." Berkel's face became contorted and his tail shot up and quivered like a hula dancer on ice. "Jonathan," he screamed, "I can feel a huge, uncontrollable surge coming over me. I feel this incredible vortex of cognitive dissonance gushing forth, thereby creating an impenetrable wall between us." "Cognitive dissonance?" I yelped. "Have you been watching Doctor Phil, again? "Chill out, Jonathan. Let me lay it out for you in very simple terms: 'Cognitive' is a word pertaining to the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment and reasoning. Do you follow me, so far?"

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"Of course I do," I lied. "And the word 'dissonance' means discordant, inharmonious, or cacophonous. Do you get it?" Berkel bellowed. "Of course I do," I lied again. "Oh, so you're saying…" Berkel was on a roll and wouldn't let me finish. "I'm not asking, Jonathan, I'm telling you that I want real food. Real chicken. Real sirloin. And you either agree to my terms, or face the consequences." At that moment, for some inexplicable reason, I thought about my guitar and wondered what part of a cat they used for cat gut strings. The thought soon passed and tried to make small talk to relieve the tension. "I was just thinking if maybe you would like to have a new, little playmate. You know, like another sweet, long-haired tabby like you." I thought Berkel would go for the bait. I was wrong. "You get me a playmate, and then I'm supposed to watch you fondle and drool and talk dumb baby talk, until I'm out of my mind." "But Berkel. a nice little baby pussycat would be something to satisfy both our needs for love and affection. Something we can both cuddle with." "Have you seen my litter box, lately? What am I thinking? No, of course you haven't. It's been two days now that I've had to tip toe around in that dangerously loaded litter box, my friend. And do you really think you can keep a litter box clean for two cats? I thought I had the answer. "I'll just purchase one of those mechanical poop-scoopers. No fuss, no muss, no mess." Berkel fell to the floor, rolled around in convulsive laughter, and then said, "You're telling me that you'd lay out threehundred dollars for a mechanical poop-scooper, when all I ask for is a decent meal twice a day? A brilliant idea suddenly popped into my head. "I know what. Suppose I treat you a couple of times a week to a nice, juicy Big Mac, or you can have it your way at Burger King! How does that grab you?" I could tell by the expression on Berkel's face that he was about to finally concede. But I was mistaken. "Jon, my good man, Berkel declared, "I am already on a fast food diet. It seems that the cognitive dissonance I spoke about earlier is now distorting your whole perspective on life. Are you aware that you're a snollygoster of the first order. I demand that I get real food. Case closed!" I was beside myself. I hadn't realized I was a snollygoster. I didn't even know what a snollygoster was. And the simple fact was that the case was closed, and Berkel is now ordering his Omaha steaks online. I'll allow this for a while, you understand, until I can come up with a better idea. But I have to go now… Berkel just screamed that his steak was too rare.

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Remembering Stuart B. McIver Continued from page 15 "But," he went on, "the most important thing about Dad ever-- is my mom. Without her, his life would have been nothing. And he was not afraid to express that love, either." Friends know that Stuart often was heard calling her, affectionately, "Miss Joan," a bow to her southern upbringing in Baltimore. Joan, a features writer for Florida Design and travel columnist for the Sunday South Florida Sun-Sentinel, said, "Of course, he loved to travel, but most of all he liked to have a quest. We became totally absorbed in the Lewis and Clark expedition and then drove part of their trail from North Dakota to the Pacific Coast in Oregon. And we have followed the trail of the American Revolution from Maryland to Florida, visiting forts and battlefields." A disciplined writer, Stuart wrote every day. He completed his last manuscript a few months ago, a book about the American Revolution, titled The War the South Won.

Expand Your World! THE FT. LAUDERDALE WRITERS’ GROUP meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, from 7 - 9 pm at Border’s Book Store 2240 E. Sunrise Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale For more info, call Jon Frangipane at 954-4 486-3 3820 THE BOCA PLAYWRIGHTS GROUP meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the Willow Theatre Sugar Sand Park, Boca Raton For more info, call Krista Martinelli at 561-9 965-6 6599 or visit www.bocaplaywrights.com There is no fee to attend our meetings. Actors, playwrights, theater lovers, as well as new, or aspiring writers are welcome to join us!

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DEERFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL RECEIVES CERTIFICATION Saturday, April 26 marked the beginning of a Green partnership at Deerfield Beach Middle School between Broward County and Broward County Public Schools. DBMS is a National Wildlife Certified Habitat and now also a NatureScape Broward Certified Property. This is all part of the NatureScape and Broward Schools Environmental Initiative to have every school campus in Broward County certified. Goals and benefits for schools include creating sustainable landscapes, conserving water, and enhancing wildlife habitat. Habitat Steward Training is being offered to teachers and maintenance staff. School campuses will then be used as true environmental education sites in the same way our natural parks are used.

Principal Vince Alessi, Principal DBMS, Dr. Bob Parks, School Board; Suzy Pinnell, Science Teacher, Gary Hines, Environmental Resource Mgr.; Victor Suarez, Education Specialist; Diana Guidry, Naturescape Outreach Coordinator, Commissioner Kristin Jacobs, and Brett Williams, Western HS Horticulture.

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Students pitching in to help save our planet

NEW ARRIVAL!

L to R: Erica Davey, Suzy Pinnell, Inger Jones, and Jan Davey

Students, teachers, and members of the community came to celebrate a beautiful day planting native plants, mulching, and learning about the variety of native tree canopies on DBMS campus. All participants received environmental information, T-shirts, and plants to enhance their own backyard habitat. On hand to provide environmental information were South Florida Water Management District, Adopt-AStreet, Miller Legg Environmental Landscape Architects, Wildlife Care Center, City of Deerfield Beach Recycling Division, Lighthouse Point Garden Club, and National Wildlife Habitat Steward Erica Davey. Grant Livingston entertained with songs and jingles about Florida wildlife and conservation.

Makenzie Jean Lallance Born on February 29, 2008 (Leap Day Baby) 5lbs 2 oz 18 inches Parents: Danny & Tanya Siblings: Dawson Lallance Grandparents: Jack & Terri Gardner (Lighthouse Point) and Gary & Georgette Lallance (Ft. Lauderdale)

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Broward Women’s Chorus and the Joy of Singing

The Broward Women's Choral Group is a non-profit organization funded by the Kirk Family Foundation. The chorus was first founded in 1972 by Marilyn McLean, music director, under the auspices of adult education and incorporated in 2000. The women are from diverse backgrounds (an engineer, teachers, nurses, administrators, professional musicians, etc) and have formed a special bond as a result of their love for singing. The group has appeared throughtout Broward, Palm Beach and Dade counties in performances for civic, recreational, educational and

CHIRO CARE

J. Peter Painter

Lower back pain is the second leading reason for visiting a doctor's office after the common cold. It is the number one cause of disability for people under the age of 45, and we spend over 25 billion dollars a year treating back pain. About 80% of the population will suffer a bout of lower back pain, and at any given time about 20% of us have back pain. It is next only to headache as the most common pain symptom affecting adults over the past year. WHY DOES MY BACK HURT? Although the source of back pain are too numerous to list here, most episodes of back pain are not life threatening, often times just life altering. Many different sources have been linked to back pain, from disc herniations (slipped disc); muscle spasms, spinal misalignments, muscle weakness, altered posture, and often times it is difficult to pinpoint an exact cause. You should never try to diagnose your own back pain and always seek professional help to rule out more serious causes of back pain. One of the most common causes of back pain that I see in my office is from a combination of two things: Flexion (bending over) and rotation (twisting), to put it simply bending over to pick something up and twisting slightly when doing it. This move puts a tremendous amount of stress on the joints and muscles of the lower back often causing them to become misaligned and tighten

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charitable organizations. Their repetoire includes folk songs, pop tunes, musical comody, and standard classics. These talented women bring delightful musical entertainment to the South Florida community while having fun themselves. The Broward Women's Choral Group is always looking for enthusiastic women to join the group. Rehearsals are every Wednesday morning from September through May in a central Ft. Lauderdal location. For more information, please contact our Music Director, Marilyn McLean at 954 792 8897 or Dianne Sammons a 954 781 6011.

OH, MY ACHING BACK! up. We have all heard stories about someone who bent over to pick up a pencil and hurt their back. Avoiding the combination of these two things (bending then twisting) is paramount if you want to avoid an aching back. SO HOW CAN I PREVENT IT FROM HAPPENING TO ME?

While there is no single thing that can be done to prevent lower back pain, there are things that can be done to reduce the likelihood of having an episode of lower back pain, or decrease the chance of returning back pain. Studies have shown that the likelihood of having a recurring episode of back pain is about 65% within one year. Follow these guidelines and help yourself prevent back pain. • Avoid Bending and twisting at the same time. When lifting any object keep it close to your body and directly in front of you. • Avoid bending upon first arising in the morning. Give your spine a chance to warm up. • After sitting for a prolonged period of time let your spine decompress before bending. • Maintain good posture when sitting (use a rolled up towel behind the lower back to maintain the natural curve of the spine). • EXERCISE Move your body, whether walking, swimming, yoga or Pilates. People who exercise have stronger core muscle and less low back pain. Painter Chiropractic is located at 5002 N. Ferderal Hwy. in Lighthouse Point, FL 33064. Call 954-421-9171

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Commissioners, I want to let you know that I for one think the improvements that have been completed on Sample Road have ennhanced the streetscape and made our neighborhood much more pleasant. Are there things that could have been done differently? Sure. There always are. But all in all I believe you can be proud of what you have accomplished to date. Keep up the good work. Richard and Cynthia Buell, 2330 NE 36 Street, Unit 3, Lighthouse Point, Florida 33064 Jon, On behalf of the St. Paul's Women's Club, I wanted to thank you for the article about the "Over 90's Luncheon in the Lighthouse Point Magazine. We met yesterday for our April meeting. All of the ladies could not say enough nice things about your article and the pictures in this month's magazine. Thank you, Carolyn Bergamini

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AS I WAS SAYING

More Stray Thoughts

I've been thinking again. Small thoughts. Big thoughts. Stray thoughts. I'm not sure what an afterlife would be like, but my fear is that 10 minutes into it I'll be thinking "Unbelievable. I'm barely through the gates of heaven and I've already spilled coffee on my robe." I've been a puppet, a poet, a pirate, a pauper, a pawn and a king. Also a Diagnostic Vascular Sonography Technician. (Resume available upon request.) Anyone who's ever been set up on a date knows that there's a fine line between "sweet and vivacious" and "bitter and moody." Think twice about a walk-in clinic if you see this message posted in the waiting room: "An educated guess is our gift to you." Myth: Shaquille O'Neal is a dominant NBA center at the peak of his powers. Fact: Shaquille O'Neal is a manatee-like mammal prone to colliding with everyone and everything around him. Jack LaLanne's "Crazy Old Coot" Anti-Aging Plan: a daily regimen of 900 sit-ups, 500 pushups, and a mango/rotisserie chicken smoothie before bed. (Crazy like a fox.) Movie idea: A Jewish deli opens in the wilds of the Congo. Working title: "Snakes on a Plain Bagel." Reality show idea: Send obnoxious people on camping trips where instead of going out in the woods they set up their tents in the backyards of suburban homeowners. Have them keep knocking on the back door asking to use the bathroom. Call it "Camp Trespass: Extreme Home Edition." Fantasy: You win a two-hour massage at the Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa with a masseuse named Chantelle. Reality: You win a 50 minute massage at the Leonard S. Zuckerman Chiropractic Center with some guy named Elmer. Pause for thought: If you tell someone you won $5,000 on a slot machine they'll think you're very lucky. If you tell them you put every penny of that $5,000 back into the machine and walked away with nothing they'll think you're an idiot. Best not to say anything. I speak two languages fluently: English and gobbledygook. Put this on my tombstone: "Here he lays, a runner and a writer. He liked fine wine, but disliked apple cider." That pretty well sums it all up for me. Next time you take a really long lunch, leave your boss this voicemail message (BEEP): "I was driving back from lunch when a large prehistoric bird - possibly a pterodactyl shit all over my windshield causing me to lose control of my car. I ran over one of those newspaper guys plus either a tiny Asian woman or a squirrel. Anyway, I have no idea when I'll be getting back into work because, in addition to getting my car fixed, I'm very busy suing the prehistoric bird society, the newspaper, Asian women and squirrels that cross streets at

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unauthorized locations." (BEEP) Look for my new how-to books on the craft of writing entitled "Increase the Power of Your Writing BY SWITCHING TO ALL CAPS" and "Unleash Your Inner Word Warrior By Writing With a Buzz On." Men's cologne ideas: "Musky Mahatma," "Eau De Satchmo," "Yabba-Dabba Dude." An apple a day keeps the doctor away. So does a restraining order. When the going gets tough, the tough get really drunk, get into a brawl or a car crash, then have their mug shot plastered all over the Internet, the newspapers and the 11 o'clock news. I don't want to sound like I'm badmouthing "Motherhood and Apple Pie," but how about some wellearned equal time for "Charity and Cheddar Cheese," "Democracy and Deviled Eggs" and "Loyalty and Leg of Lamb"? Good-deed-for-the-day idea: confess to a crime you didn't commit and let someone off the hook. Is it "the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak" or "the flesh is willing, but the spirit is weak"? I'm getting pretty tired of the spirit and the flesh pointing fingers at each other and bickering about who's a team player. The Lost Hitchcock Episodes: **A construction worker opens his lunch pail to find a note from his mother who's been dead for ten years. **A game show contestant sets new records in prize winnings. Pretty good considering he has been dead for ten years. **A woman gets a surprise phone call from her twin sister. The surprise: she's been dead for ten years. **An entertainer - ten years dead - shows up to accept a lifetime achievement award in front of a national audience. Confession: I'm not just lactose intolerant - I'm lactose hostile. Invite lactose and me to the same party and it could get ugly. Did you ever have that dream where you're shopping at Sears and you wind up standing on the checkout line holding a car battery, a pair of shoes, a garbage disposal, a sports watch, and a Rascal Flatts CD? Me neither. Anyway, I'm just saying. Copyright © 2008 Alan Williamson

• A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so good. • Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm. • If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried. • To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism; to Steven King steal from many is research.

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The Garden Lady Says... DONNADUNE SUNFLOWER 1 can't help but notice that the water restrictions are really shaking out the wimps! By this I mean that certain plants are proving to be real losers, and others real winners! One of the biggest losers is turf grass. It is looking horrible. In fact, if code enforcement wants to nab the violators, they should just look for the greenest lawns. With the temperatures in the 80's, and our sandy soil, twice per week barely keeps it alive. However, one of the clear winners is the Dune Sunflower, also known as Beach Sunflower (Helianthus debilis). There is a great median on 49th Street (Green Road), heading towards Military Trail, which was planted by Deerfield Beach. It is native Muhly Grass with Dune Sunflower. With the misty grass and the bright patches of Dune Sunflower, it is extremely attractive and uses no water at all. The plants aren't sickly looking, or weak, but as a testament to their overwhelming superiority are glowing and thriving and filling our field of vision with something encouraging; proof that beauty and low maintenance does exist. Dune sunflower is native to our South Florida seashore, which alone tells us that it is a stalwart character. Salt, heat, and drought tolerant, it thrives where others fear to tread.

By Donna Torrey

This native sunflower is a low groundcover, rarely higher than 6 inches, and blooms continuously, 365 days, with 2-inch daisylike flowers. The center is black and the rays are bright yellow. They are like the "smiley" face of the plant world! Dune Sunflower is a must for those full sun, sandy, dry areas. A single plant will densely cover a 3-foot square area in a season and thereby eliminate weeds. It also self seeds most readily. I am tempted to do like Johnny Apppleseed, and become Donna Dune Sunflower. This plant is needed everywhere! The Garden Gate is located in the Pompano Citi Centre. Donna can be reached at 954-783-1189, or at www.donnasgardengate.com

Beauty Spot of the Month

Congratulations to Robin Fulling of 3960 NE 27th Terrace, winner of the Lighthouse Point Community’s Beauty Spot of the Month Award for May. Chosen by LHP Beautification Committee.

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THE DEERFIELD BEACH/LIGHTH Story & Photos by Jon Frangipane Sometimes people question whether contributing to a cause is worth all the blasted trouble. Well this past weekend, with the great support from residents and businesses from Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point and surrounding communities, Relay for Life was able to raise $82,700 at press time. The event, held at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach held last month, raises money to help prevent cancer, save lives and diminish suffering from the disease. Lighthouse Point City Clerk Carol Landau (see photo right), a cancer survivor herself, has been the driving force in her community. Many moans and groans were heard at the start, but just watching the survivors skip around the track made us think of how lucky we have been spared the insidious disease. But one in three individuals will experience some form of cancer in their lifetime. My own daughter, Noelle, contracted the disease 7 years ago, and just this past weekend ran 39 miles in the Avon Race for Breast Cancer in Washington, D.C. On the final day, when the sun went down, hundreds of luminaria lit the way to remember those lost to cancer, and those who have fought cancer and won like Carol Landau and Noelle Frangipane. Hopefully, the day is not too far in the distant future when the word “cancer” will be stricken from all the minds and text books ever written. Remember to do your part to help!

Deerfield Beach and Lighthouse Point Mayors John Capellini and Fred Schorr join Broward Sheriff Al Lamberti and LHP City Clerk in the ceremonies.

HOUSE POINT “RELAY FOR LIFE”

SKIN BEAUTY

By Melanie S. Hecker, MD, MBA

SOY AND ITS ISOFLAVONES A Review of Natural Ingredients The tropical use of soy has been thought to reduce the appearance of dark marks (hyperpigmentation), improve the skin's elasticity, delay hair regrowth, and moisturize the skin. Soy is even thought to decrease aging of the skin and prevent skin cancers through the anti-oxidant effects of its metabolites. The unsaturated fatty acids found in soy are believed to provide the anti-oxidant benefits, with soy lipids, lecithins and phytosterols believed to be able to restore the barrier function of the skin and replenish moisture to the skin. In one study of soy, it was found that soy milk had a depigmenting activity and prevented ultraviolet-induced pigmentation as well. Therefore, soy may be a useful therapy for treating hyperpigmentation disorders. However, Melasma is an exception because soy can exert some estrogen-type effects and Melasma is estrogen mediated so the use of soy for Melasma may actually make the problem worse. As an example of a new soy-based product now available, ghP sport and Youth formulas are derived from a free-form crystalline of soy and these two products are available at Hecker Dermatology Group. Arnica Montana L. has been touted by homeopathic practitioners for hundreds of years for its use in various ailments including colds, fevers, cough, and bronchitis. It is also a popular topical treatment in gel or cream form to decrease bruising and heal chronic wounds. Some clinicians even use it for hair loss due to androgenic alopecia, stress, and psychological causes. Arnica is also known as wolf's bane, leopard's bane, mountain tobacco or flores anicae. It is found most frequently in Europe, Scandinavia and Russia. Many physicians and patients believe in Arnica's ability to decrease bruising, especially after a procedure. By taking four pills, three times a day, 3 days prior and 10 days after surgery, Arnica was found to reduce the potential for postoperative bruising in one study. Although there are no credible clinical trials in the literature examining the effects of Arnica on bruising, review of the published literature suggests that Arnica is more effective than placebo for the reduction of bruising. In our office, both sublingual and topical Arnica, used after procedures, has been noticeably helpful with patient bruising. Arnica is available at Hecker Dermatology Group. Coffea arabica and CoffeeBerry Extract is cultivated worldwide and is the source of the coffee we drink. It is widely known that extracts of the coffee plant have been shown to exhibit antioxidant activity and two recent studies point to the antioxidant properties and antiradical activity of using roasted C. arabica. Coffee berry, on the other hand, is the fruit that grows on C. arabica and it is filled with polyphenols and many other acids that are believed to exhibit higher antioxidant activity than found in green tea, white tea, pomegranates, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries. Polyphenols, which are secondary metabolites in plants, play an integral role in a healthy diet and are key constituents of fruits, grains, vegetables, coffee beans and green and black teas. The study of polyphenols over the last several years has demonstrated its wealth of potential health benefits especially in anti-oxidant and antiinflammatory properties. CoffeeBerry is now available in the RevaleSkin line of skin care products available at Hecker Dermatology Group. To find out more about these and other exciting new products, contact us at: Hecker Dermatology Group, P.A. New patients are welcome and many insurances accepted. Call for an appointment: 954-783-2323 or visit us online at: www.heckerderm.com.

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NEW HOPICE UNIT DEDICATION Lyn Clark, of North Broward Medical Center, welcomed all those attending the dedication of the newly decorated 3rd floor Hospice Unit last month. “May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sun, and find your shoulder to light on. To bring you luck, happiness and riches. Today, tomorrow and beyond,” Clark said to the crowd of over 200. Bonnie Parrish, who began the Adopt-A-Room Program in 2002, praised the many who help make it possible. “This project has been a real healing process for me with the loss of my daughter, Kelly,” she said. Her memory is not only shared by her family, but by many other families using the Family Room and Meditation Garden.” Parrish thanked the hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Pauline Grant for the wonderful experience. She also thanked Diane Cass for her support throughout the project, as well as Tom and Lee Waldo, who she described as “special people, who not only painted all our rooms and hallways, but also provided their lovely home for our 4 fund raisers.” Also praised by Parrish were Sabrina Lunde, her husband, Matt, and daughter, Amanda, and the entire staff of the Hospice Unit for making it all happen. To artist Johanne Gravel, Parrish said, “Our artist Johanne Gravel, who made it all come together and gave from her heart, can never be repaid. Local dignitaries were on hand for the glorious event, giving thanks and praise to all who have made a difference to all those who have passed and to the families who gave love and dedication.

L TO R: Sabrina Lunde, Bonnie Parrish, Pauline Grant and Lyn Clark

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Helen Keel, Kimberly Griffith and Don Parrish (rear)

Al Siefert and Linda Woodhouse

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Hillsboro Inlet Club Goes to the Bahamas Story & photos by Jon Frangipane I have never before had the pleasure of attending a meeting of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club, but I found that what prevailed throughout the evening was not only an intense love for sailing, but a genuine affection for each other. After a well-received poem by Dick Simmons, awards were presented to the winners of recent races. Pat Anderson then sounded the conch shell to begin the fashion show, and a colorful sight it was. Models paraded the latest exciting clothing designs by My Cruising Journal and West Marine to the applause of a warm and enthusiatic crowd. Plans for a trip to the Bahamas is in the offing, and Earl Miller and Richard Treco of the Bahama Tourist Office were on hand to describe the island rules and answer questions. I expect to write a feature story on the Bahamas in the not to distant future and certainly look forward to meeting members at another fun-filled meeting once again.

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THE FLAMING GREEK SIZZLES

Lighthouse Point resident and professional chef, known as THE FLAMING GREEK, really knows how to flare up his audience with his charm and "TORCH". Who knows better than DECO DRIVE Fox News Channel 7 as they interviewed THE FLAMING GREEK at the Hard Rock Hotel. THE FLAMING GREEK'S preferred method of cooking is with a "Torch", yes a "Torch". It is the "HOTTEST COOKING SHOW ON THE PLANET" why?, because everybody says so. Have you ever seen anyone cook a meal to perfection with a "Torch" with such presentation. When the Greek is doing his live demo's it's not only instructional but entertaining and brings smiles to people's faces. THE FLAMING GREEK was raised in a large Greek family, it was every man for himself when it came down to meals. Having a father in the restaurant business taught him a lot about Mediterranean food. THE FLAMING GREEK has had a passion for cooking since he was 7 years of age. For him it was always the instant gratification on people's faces that drew him to the kitchen. The majority of woman in his life had no desire to cook so it left him no other choice. He enjoys being creative in the kitchen and he loves to entertain his family and friends.

“The Flaming Greek” In a short time, fans have tuned into "theflaminggreek.com" and Youtube. THE FLAMING GREEK has become somewhat of a Celebrity easily recognizable with his "Bald" head and "Torch". THE FLAMING GREEK was live at ESPN ZONE in Manhattan, local restaurants on Long Island and at The Hard Rock Casino. THE FLAMING GREEK has filmed his first season, and is getting ready to film season "2" THE FLAMING GREEK LIVE that's what this show is all about, it has the "WOW" factor and will keep you entertained and at the edge of your seat. THE FLAMING GREEK will entertain people of all ages. RECENT APPEARANCES: DECO DRIVE/FOX CH. 7; TASTE THIS TV LIVE AT ESPN ZONE IN TIMES SQUARE , NYC; L.U.M. DJ/MUSIC CONFERENCE, SOUTH BEACH MIAMI 2008; HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO. To see more contact: www.theflaminggreek.com or call Jason @ Caspa Marketing Inc. at (772) 403-8145 Office or 772-224-9298 Cell.

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BUSY YEAR SO FAR FOR POMPANO BEACH EXCHANGE CLUB This past month has been an eventful month with the Pompano Beach Exchange Club. Since moving our lunch meeting location from the Flaming Pit (for the past forty years) to the Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club, we have had a busy month. The Exchange Club had two big fundraising events with our partners at the NFL Alumni of South Florida. First there was an NFL Players Golf Tournament to benefit our charities, namely HUGS for Kids. Two week later, we were Bowling for our Charities with the NFL Alumni at Boca Bowl, thanks to our member Jerry Isan (proprietor at Boca Bowl.) These two events will benefit our charities to the tune of over $50,000. In addition to that, the Super Bowl ticket raffle that the NFL Alumni provides will net over $12,000 for our charities. The club also participated in the Broward Children's Center "Walk for Smiles" and the event was a huge success. Our community service committee has been busy as well, from the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life for Deerfield Beach/Lighthouse Point (beat all fundraising goals) to the Pompano Beach Seafood Festival, where we also raised much needed funds for our charities. Another mission that the Exchange Club strives for is the promotion of Americanism. With all that is going on in the

world today, it is good to know that there is a group of local fellows working to keep the future of our country focused on the history of how we got here. Freedom Shrines are planned for local schools and libraries, so that children can see the historical documents that gave us our freedom and protect it today. We are also going to be in attendance at local parades and celebrations to pass our American flags to people. The Exchange Club of Pompano Beach is part of the over 800 clubs throughout that country that are part of the National Exchange Club. This organization promotes the exchange of ideas and the spread of community service throughout communities all across America. Club growth is up and we have added fourteen new members in the past ten months. One of our new members is Travis Williamson, a recent candidate from the Pompano Beach City Commission race and an active member of the community. If this sounds like an interesting place to spend some time, please contact our Club President, Chip LaMarca at 954.444.3200. The Exchange Club meets at 12:00 PM on Wednesdays at the Lighthouse Point Yacht Club.

Omnivore vs. Herbivore

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

By Jon Frangipane Do you teeter or do you totter? Do hip or do you hop? Do you zig or do you zag? There are some questions in life that don’t require an answer, but there’s one question that is more often answered incorrectly than most regarding what you eat: Are you omnivorous or are you herbivorous? Simply put, an omnivore is something that grows, and has eyes. And a herbivore (you guessed it) is something that grows and has NO eyes. So you see, most self-proclaimed vegetarians, or vegans, are somewhat delusional (lying fools) when claiming to be squeaky-clean vegans, but need to eat a little chicken or fish to satisfy their carnivorous tendencies. I must confess that I am one of those persons and in the future will do my very utmost to avoid food that is able to stare back at me. A good idea is to think of a tear coming from that cow’s eye when ordering that steak, or picture a hysterically crying dolphin when ordering mahi mahi. It is not conforting to come to the realization that I am a border-line vegan with a guilt complex that haunts me every waking hour. Excuse me now, I have to grab a bite. www.lhpmag.com

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MORTGAGE NEWS

Homeowners’ Insurance Makeover

I just pulled this from the Florida Association of Mortgage Brokers Website and am passing it along to you as important information to help you reduce your Homeowners Insurance: Many Florida homeowners are finding it difficult and frustrating to compare the Mary Griffin cost of homeowners insurance. Florida Governor Charlie Crist and the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation have created www.shopandcomparerates.com. This site is intended as a starting point to help the consumer compare rates and to demonstrate the importance of shopping around for the best policy to provide the coverage and terms they need to protect their home. On this site, you will find average approved rates from a sampling of insurance companies for a typical Florida home. The average approved rates listed on this page are for the following structure: A 5-year old, Florida concrete block home, with a current replacement value of $150,000, a $500 nonhurricane deductible, a 2% hurricane deductible, no claims, and no wind mitigation discounts. The typical rates quoted are not guaranteed rates, but are only intended to demonstrate that rates vary significantly from company to compa-

ny. Consumers are urged to contact the insurance companies or agents of their choice to obtain a quote for their home. Something else, if you haven't already done so, consider having a "Mitigation Inspection" completed on your home. Inspections are available for single family homes, condos, town homes, and commercial buildings. The State of Florida requires insurance Companies to give credits for certain wind mitigation features such as hurricane shutters and reinforced garage doors. A certified inspector will come to your home to document your features and submit them to your insurance company for review. It can save you A LOT on your wind insurance policy. There are many companies providing this service with varying charges for the inspection. Most have a 100% money back guarantee that you will save money on your insurance premium. Please call us for a list of certified Mitigation Inspectors in the area. Mary Griffin is a Certified Mortgage Planner with Howard Grace Mortgage and Associates, 625 S.E. 10th Street in Deerfield beach. She welcomes your mortgage questions at (954) 421-3255, or email her at [email protected]. Website: www.howardgracemortgage.com

THE GREEN TEAM The green trend is driven by necessity and necessity is the mother of all invention. In our lifetime we are going to experience huge changes in the way we Well know Erica Davey live. Companies will go out of business or make radical changes to the products they produce. While lots of new ones with innovative eco friendly products will start up and flourish. This change will affect absolutely everything, from the way we eat, to the way we interact with our world. I believe that the unreasonably high oil price is sent to us with a gift in its hand. And that gift is to expedite the development of sustainable alternative energy. Scientific frontiers already offers wonderful, never before seen new products. Our pockets will be the first to benefit and our environment will prosper with the spinoffs. Whether you like it or not, no one is going to stop the deluge, and why should we, because it is a win - win situation. A question of adapt or die? Who wants to be a dinosaur? So get on board, its fun. This brings me to a point of great interest right here at home: Public feedback made me realize that there is a need in LHP for a directory where Eco Friendly businesses could advertise their services under one banner: THE GREEN TEAM, which is advertised elsewhere in this magazine. I am putting together the team and personally interview each one to make sure that only the

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best in their specific field join the team. They all come highly recommended. The great thing about these companies is that they can save you a bundel. For instance: Did you know that ordinary houses top the list as the biggest consumers of energy in the country? There are only "sweet ways" to reduce this consumption, starting in your own home. Why sweet? Because whatever you do to your property to conserve resources is rewarded with savings and added value. Did you know that there are mortgage breaks for up to 15% if you spend money on the energy efficiency of your house? This is over and above your actual savings that you will have on your energy and water bills. And trust me, FPL will consistently increase your energy cost as they have done in the past, because it is costing them more to produce it. The GREEN TEAM will know how to and what changes will effect energy saving. I am the only certified Eco-Broker® in LHP and trained to help people to capitalize on the green wave, to save and to ad value to their properties. Please feel free to contact me with your resource saving questions. I will connect you with the right people. Or visit my website EricaDavey.com and click on the GreenStuff navigation button for lots of Green news. Where Real Estate meets Community service, Erica is a seasoned Realtor with Re/Max Partners, and is there to assist you. Contact her at 954 695 4211. [email protected] with all your GreenStuff and Real Estate questions.

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LIGHTHOUSE POINT CHAMBER NEWS Spring is in the air!! - - it was evident at the Tuesday evening's March Social for the Lighthouse Point Chamber The outside patio and sunroom at J Mark's Restaurant was a perfect venue for a spring evening get together for over 60 members. The Chamber is making final plans for its participation in the 7th Annual Relay for Life which benefits the American Cancer Society. There are two teams representing chamber members. The 50/50 drawing which was won by new member Darlene Peterson and she gave her winnings back to be all donated to this event. The 5th Annual Taste of Lighthouse Point Committee will begin to meet and coordinate this upcoming event. Anyone who is interested in assisting to the committee, donating items to be auctioned or raffled are welcome to contact Michele Greene @ 954-781-0400. Greene took nominations for those in attendance for new Board of Directors and the slots were immediately filled. The Chamber will thank Linda Godsey of the LHPY&RC, Cathy Prenner of Campbell Rosemurgy RE and Kenny Gruneisen of Camslim for the past years of support and dedication to the board, the chamber members and the chamber events.

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New board members will be: Julie Wheeler of Wheeler Mortgage Corp, LizAnn Brown, and Pat Anderson of My Own Cruising Journal. Thank you again to J. Mark's for a great evening event. For more information about the chamber or if you would like to host an event, please contact Michele Greene, president at 954-781-0400.

BROWARD BUSINESS NETWORK NEWS

By Mary Griffin

The Broward Business Network is a vibrant group of dedicated local business professionals committed to helping each member grow their respective businesses through the development of strong relationships and qualified referral sharing. It is our goal to provide our members truly meaningful and powerful tools to identify prospective customers and win more business. What distinguishes Broward Business Network from other area business networking organizations is that we are a private, non-nationally sponsored group who prides ourselves on providing our member's business category exclusivity and qualified referrals to companies who are expecting a call from one of our members, rather than an ineffective cold call. This is one of the keys that ensure Broward Business Network members receive maximum value from their ongoing participation in our group. Our member's offices are located in the Lighthouse Point, Deerfield Beach, Broward and Boca Raton areas. Back row, L to R: Mary Griffin, Peter Lampard, Jonathan Saluk, Jim We meet on the second and fourth Thursday of Dalglish, Rob Gest, David Eltringham, Anthony LoMonaco, Rick Gionfriddo. each month in the Deerfield Beach area and also host Front row, L to R: John Ladue, Jason Riedel, Hope Williams, Lauryn quarterly mixers outside our normal meeting place recognize business opportunities for one another. Trust, strong which allows each of us to also get to know each other on a relationships, consistent follow through and warm referrals are more personal level. It is our goal to grow our group, but not at the cornerstones of our organization. For more information, the expense of our intimate knowledge of one another and our please call Mary Griffin at 954-421-3255 areas of expertise. This helps us stay focused and to be able to

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STRANGE, BUT TRUE ! • Food takes twenty-four hours to complete its 30-foot path through your body. • Soldiers do not march in step when going across bridges because they could set up a vibration which could be sufficient to knock the bridge down. • The word "Cranky" comes from the fact that early automobiles were crank started. Someone having trouble starting their car was certainly cranky. • Your brain is 80% water. • A coat hanger is 44 inches (111.76 cm) long when straightened. • Deborah Winger did the voice of E.T. • Kelsey Grammar sings and plays the piano for the theme song of Fraiser. • Thomas Edison was afraid of the dark. • The glue on Israeli postage stamps is certified kosher. • Jupiter is bigger than all the other planets in our solar system combined. • The Portuguese Man-of-War, a jellyfish like creature, has tentacles that may be more than 30m (about 100 ft) long. • The skin of poison dart frogs contains a dangerous toxin. • Electric eels are capable of emitting a discharge of 600 volts. • The Pitohui, a bird from New Guinea, has poisonous skin

and feathers. • Puffer fish can be poisonous to eat if not prepared properly. • The bark of the Willow tree was the original source for making aspirin. • Fresh water weighs approximately 8.4 pounds per gallon. • Man is the only animal that sleeps on its back. • Mosquitos are responsible for the most human deaths due to the many diseases they carry. • Flamingos can only eat with their heads upside down. • Cows don't have upper front teeth. • A pound of feathers weighs the same as a pound of rocks. Stupid Facts • Murphy's Law is named for Captain Edward A. Murphy, an air force engineer who worked at Edwards AFB in 1949. • Albert Einstein's brain was kept in two mason jars in Kansas long after his body was cremated. • There are 25 remaining copies of the original Declaration of Independence. • Ferdinand Magellan led the first expedition to sail around the world, but died before the trip was completed. • In 1947, Jackie Robinson became the first black person to play major league baseball, playing with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Help ful Harriet THINGS THAT WILL SAVE YOU TIME People often ask find time to do all the things that must be done. Well, it's not rocket science, but it doesn't just happen on its own either. Here’s a few tips, tricks and solutions that may help you save time and ensure that your work/life balance is where it's supposed to be. TIVO You don’t watch a whole lot of television, but like many you, do have a few shows you like to catch on a regular basis. Tivo has been one of the biggest timesavers to come around in a long, long time. You can record shows for viewing at your own choosing and fast-forwarding through commercials helps quite a bit too. THE PRINTABLE CEO The Printable CEO is a newer addition to the bag of timesaving tricks. It's a simple paper-based form that asks you "When is something worth doing?" You can then rate your daily tasks and score them, giving you a nice snapshot of where you're spending your time throughout the week. The default form is slanted toward a business development client/service relationship, but it's something you could easily edit and repurpose for your own work. BASECAMP Basecamp is a project management tool that’s not perfect,

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and can't do everything, but what it can do is help you manage your time easily and keep track of all the loose bits you need for your projects. It's not hard to learn and could be adapted to almost any workflow. You’ll find that it helps free up your mind by keeping almost everything related to yourprojects in a secure, easily accessible place. No longer do you have to hunt for files, or critical messages or my next action item. "EASY" MODE If you’re a gamer and part of maintaining a good work/life balance, that means that you’ve got some time to play games. However, games can eat up enormous amounts of time—so you should play them on "easy" when possible. I find that this cuts the total time I spend playing way down. 5 MOST IMPORTANT TIME SAVERS 1. Eastablish a quiet hour, even though it requires will power and may not always work. 2. Avoid over-commitment. Be realistic about what you can do in the time you have. 3. Learn to say "no" when you've got something important to do. 4. AVOID PERFECTIONISM. 5. Think the job through completely before acting.

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CANTANKEROUSLY YOURS

"Dear Cr anky," and Recent Aggr avations

Dear Frequently-Fed-Up, Judging from a few e-mails I've received, I know some of you often become as frustrated as I do. And so, I've decided to invite all of you to write to me for suggestions on how to handle life's problems. Think of it as a new kind of advice column. I call it, "Dear Cranky." To initiate my column, I called my friend Lou the Curmudgeon in Chicago, and asked him to write me the first letter. He readily By Wendell Abern complied. It was fourteen pages long. I have edited it down to the following: "Dear Cranky, "Whenever I go to the super market, there's always some woman in the "Ten items or fewer line" with about 20 packages. And no one ever says anything! What can I do next time? Signed "Lou the Curmudgeon." Dear Lou. You've got to embarrass these shoppers! Next time, shout out something like, "Help! Aisle nine! Lady giving birth! Lady giving birth!" When everyone comes scurriying over, explain that you figured she must be in a hurry for something important since she brought 20 items into the Express Line. Want help in dealing with life's many headaches? Please write to "Dear Cranky" at this publication. I will be happy to publish your letter and a helpful response. Meanwhile, here are two recent aggravations of my own: 1. THE P.T. BARNUM BANK I want to share with you a letter I recently wrote to the bank that issues my credit card. I refer to them as the "P.T. Barnum Bank," since they clearly believe there is a sucker born every minute, of which I am living proof. This bank, I am convinced, is in league with an airline, which - in order to protect my editors - I will refer to as "Benny Hill Airlines." To wit: April 26, 2008 "Dear P.T. Barnum Biggies, I want to congratulate you on one of the slickest and most cunning bits of con artistry it has ever been my displeasure to fall victim to. In January, I received your mailing, inviting me to switch to a new credit card, which would entitle me to 21,000 free miles on Benny Hill Airlines. And for every dollar I would spend after activating my card, I would receive a free airline mile. Outstanding! I take a trip to Chicago each summer. Last year, I received a free ticket because I had accumulated 25,000 miles on my credit card - the amount required for a round-trip flight to Chicago on Benny Hill Airlines. With only 600 miles left on my credit card, I quickly switched to your new card - assuming I would charge everything until my trip in June, thereby accumulating the necessary mileage along with the 21,000 you promised. And I did! On April 21st, my mileage had topped 25,000, and I called to redeem my free ticket. And was told that the trip now requires 50,000 miles. Brilliant! 'Bait and switch' with airline mileage instead of dollars. Absolute genius. I hope whoever came up with this sleazy scheme received a promotion, a raise and your "Let'sstick-it-to-all-the-Suckers" Award. Somewhere in cyberspace, P.T. Barnum is grinning. And applauding. Sincerely, Wendell Abern P.S. I'm flying to Chicago on another airline." 2. JUDGES OF A SPELLING BEE A few months ago, I saw a small ad announcing a "Big People Spelling Bee," and asking, "Are you a great speller and over 21?" I happen to be a walking spellcheck. A trick taught to me by my first grade teacher (Fargo, North Dakota, 1939), enables me to spell any word I've ever seen.

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Entry fee to this Spelling Bee was $25; all proceeds to the Broward Literacy Program. First prize: $1,000. Second prize: $100. Easy money. I immediately proclaimed myseIf the odds-on favorite and sent in my check that day. The Spelling Bee took place on April 19 in the Galleria Mall, between a Botox store and a designer jean shop. Contest at 11 AM; contestants to arrive at 10. I arrived right on time, and could not help but admire someone's outstanding organizational efforts: Large raised platform with folding chairs for contestants; microphone in the center, facing the judges who would ask the words. Behind them, more rows of folding chairs for an audience. (Imagine: groupies at a Spelling Bee!) Coffee, croissants and bagels for contestants. There were 46 of us. I was assigned a number ("1," since we were registered alphabetically) and walked around, studying my competition. I came upon a sweet-looking elderly woman poring over a pocket dictionary. "Last-minute cramming?" I asked. She looked up, glowered and said, "Coelenterate." "Excuse me?" "Spell 'coelenterate,' you oaf." Now this happens to be a word I know, only because of a required course in college. Coelenterates are ocean-dwelling invertebrates, like jellyfish. However, I play bridge against sweet-looking elderly women every week at the Tamarac Bridge Club. When they compete, they turn into Zargon, the Amazonian Annihilator. I decided to misspell the word deliberately. "S-e-e-l-e-n-t-e-r-a-t-e," I said. Zargon smiled. "Very good," she said. "You'll be a formidable opponent." We started promptly at 11 and listened to the rules. I was the first one called to spell a word, which was disarmingly simple: "bruise." I breezed through the first two rounds, as did most of us. Some contestants misspelled words that no good speller should miss, such as haiku, lynx and staccato. I kicked off each new round. I stepped forward to begin round three, and the judge said, "Coelenterate." I spelled it correctly, and as I returned to my seat, I glanced at Zargon. She stuck out her tongue at me. To begin the fourth round, the judge gave me another easy word: reciprocity. I began, "r-e-c-" and then for some reason, said, "e." I quickly corrected myself and said, "No wait, I mean, 'r-e-c-i," and proceeded to spell the word correctly. I had thought the rules permitted a mid-spelling letter change. But my stumbling sent the judges into a five-minute huddle. Finally, they said, "We've decided that even though you corrected yourself and spelled the word correctly, you're disqualified." I was asked by a reporter if I felt the judges had been correct. He had the good sense to not print my answer. The next day in the Miami Herald, I was quoted as saying, "I think they're wrong, but what can I say?" Not even close. But printable. In truth, I probably would have been disqualified later. I never would have spelled alopecia or thylacine correctly. So now I have adopted the famed rallying cry of the Chicago Cubs: "Wait 'til next year." Meanwhile, I am contemplating a nasty letter to "Dear Cranky" under an assumed name. Cantankerously Yours, Wendell Abern

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ON RELIGION

By Reverend Jack Noble

At times I am truly amazed at how out of touch with myself I can become. And with what speed, too! Sometimes I am shocked when I peer into the shaving mirror - as it were - and see this total and complete stranger staring back at me. I have this remarkable ability to go on for weeks, or even months, without being conscious of what is truly going on in my life. It is somewhat like driving home. I know you have had this experience as well. Traffic is relatively light, you have had a busy day, and you know the route as well as you know the back of your hand. You are preoccupied with this or that. Then suddenly you find yourself at home! Just like that! And when you stop to think about, you can't remember a single specific thing about the trip. You weren't driving the car; you were merely along for the ride. And that's the way life gets from time to time. Complete self-understanding always alludes us. There are no simple answers. But here and there, now and then, a blaze of insight or revelation comes flooding into our day. Then for a moment, with this new clarity, we see things, or situations, or other people, or more importantly ourselves for what they, or we are truly about. For me these moments rarely come when everything is going well, and I am feeling altogether happy and selfsatisfied. Most often these moments of clarity come when I am feeling discouraged, or discontent, or at least introspective. I suppose this is life's way of calling a "time out." It is a way of being reminded that we need to stay more in touch with our lives. Life has this way of saying, “You've gotten way too caught-up - you aren't driving the car, you're just along for the ride. For me the sea has always had a tremendously powerful effect. It perhaps like nothing else can call me out of myself to observe the various strands of my life. So, when life seems to be rolling over me, I run over to the beach for awhile to re-collect the bits and pieces of my living. As I view the people I know and love, the most exciting journey any of us will ever take is the one into selfawareness and understanding.

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WE LOVE OUR PETS By Elizabeth Correa DOG DIARY 8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing! 9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing! 9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing! 10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing! 12:00 PM - Lunch! My favorite thing! 1:00 PM - Played in the yard! My favorite thing! 3:00 PM - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing! 5:00 PM - Milk bones! My favorite thing! 7:00 PM - Got to play ball! My favorite thing! 8:00 PM - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing! 11:00 PM - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing! CAT DIARY • Day 983 of my captivity. • My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. • They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. • Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. • In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. • Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. • There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage. • Today I was almost successful in an attempt to trip one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs. PS: If this is a description of your cat, come in for some special treats and toys to challenge your feline prisoner!! And if this is a description of any of your dogs- like all of mine- we have plenty more goodies for all of them...So visit us at Gigi & Luca Pet Boutique, 1825 NE 24 ST, Lighthouse Point, 954-784-8755, www.gigiandluca.com, Elizabeth Correa. Elizabeth Correa, Gigi + Luca Pet Boutique, 1825 NE 24 ST, Lighthouse Point, 954-7848755, [email protected]

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ASK THE DENTIST

By Marc Sander,DDS,FAGD

WHITEN YOUR TEETH AND TURN BACK THE CLOCK Today, for most of us, keeping ourselves healthy and youthful is important. A more beautiful smile will go a long way to making you feel and look your best. If your teeth are darkening from age or are not as white as you desire, there are options available to help you achieve your desired look. While over-the-counter whiteners are widely available, there is information that the consumer should know. Some of these products may contain acid based agents that could damage your teeth or gums. Others come with trays that cover your teeth with the product, but these trays are not custom fitted. This can result in uneven tooth contact. The overall effect may be inconsistent. Whitening strips are also popularly marketed but have their limitations. The concentrations of whitening agents are generally lower than what your dentist can provide. Whitening strips are one size fits all. The majority of people do not have the same size teeth and teeth certainly are not flat. Consequently, some areas of the teeth may not be treated properly or not whiten at all. Brush-on products can be technique sensitive as they rely on your teeth being dry before and after applying. This may not happen consistently. Some of the product may rub off. Whitening strips and brush-on gels can lighten teeth, but may be best used for maintenance as opposed

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to initial whitening. Professional whitening has been monitored for well over a decade by the American Dental Association. Professional whitening will penetrate the deeper intrinsic stains within the teeth, not just the surface, as with most over-the-counter products. It achieves the best and quickest results and also has a much higher degree of patient satisfaction. There are two ways that professional whitening is accomplished. The at home method is with a custom, form-fitting, sculpted tray that will fit properly over your teeth. The whitening gel is placed into the trays which are then worn overnight or (depending on the product) worn twice a day for one half hour each. There will be definite, noticeable results in about two weeks. The other method, that many patients prefer, is to be able to leave the dental office with the immediate results of whiter teeth. As a consumer, you have a wide variety of whitening options available to you. Some of these options may not have provided you with the result you were looking for. You may find professional whitening to be your fastest and most effective method to achieve your desired look. It is a simple way to improve your appearance and turn back the clock. Gentle Care Dentistery is located at 2323 NE 26th Street, Suite 108, Pompano Beach. 954-782-3334

SUMMER SUNGLASSES - What’s Hot! By Dr. Gary E. Goberville

Damage from the sun can happen from just being outside. You might be walking your dog, jogging or even just working in the yard or your garden. Every day, rain or shine, and despite the season - our eyes are exposed to UV radiation. Research indicates that damage from harmful UVA and UVB radiation is cumulative over a person's lifetime and may contribute to serious age-related diseases of the eye, such as macular degeneration, cataracts and even blindness. Here's a little secret. The ability to block UV light is not dependent on how dark a sunglass lens is, or the price tag. The good news is that your insurance might actually cover this as part of your eye protection plan. Here are some exciting new options for the 2008 season. You can now order custom-clip-on sunglasses to fit over your existing prescription glasses for a substantial savings! Have them polarized for protection. If you are searching for a performance lens, the brand new Generation 6 transitions is the answer. When you wear them indoors they are clear, step outside in the sun and they immediately get darker. These lenses are ultra light, have natural UV absorption and resist scratches. For clear vision on a motorcycle, polarized Copper is our favorite lens choice for crisp, clear vision on a motorcycle. Copper provides excellent contrast, and polarized lenses cut glare better than any other lens material. The new SR-91 polarized lens material is quickly becoming very popular with anyone who relies on superior vision. SR-91 lenses are used by NASA drivers, professional baseball players, professional golfers, and motorcyclists, just to name a few. Colors applied to sunglass lenses to help absorb light as it passes through them. The color you choose is a matter of personal taste, but there are a few important color-related benefits to consider. Gray lens tints reduce

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brightness, but do not distort color. Brown and amber tints reduce glare, including the glare created by the blue frequency in sunlight, which can make things appear hazy. Brown and amber tints distort colors more than gray tints do. Yellow lens tints reduce the haze from blue light better than browns, so they really sharpen up the view, but they cause more color distortion. Green tinted lenses reduce glare and help filter out some of the blue light. They provide good contrast between objects. Rose colored lenses might be a good choice if you participate in water sports or other outdoor activities, because they provide good contrast for objects viewed against blue or green backgrounds. Polarizing films applied to lenses help reduce the glare created when light bounces off of some objects, such as water, highways and other similar surfaces. Watch for sunglasses with lens scratch resistance a thin coating can be applied to lenses to make them more resistant to scratches. Plastic lenses scratch more easily than glass lenses. You've seen sunglasses with a mirror finish on the outside of the lenses. They're popular, but mirrored lenses scratch easily because the mirror finish is applied last. Anti-reflective coatings reduce the reflection caused by light that hits the back side of lenses, keeping it from bouncing into your eyes. Children need extra protection from UV radiation and glare. Forget about those flimsy little play sunglasses--get them something that will protect their eyes. Sunglass lenses that wrap around to the temples keep out more light and UV radiation than typical lenses. Toss on a wide brimmed hat for your child every time they go out in the sun. It will offer more protection from the sun.

Dr. Goberville is a Board Certified Optometrist located at Eye Site Vision Center 2490 N. Federal Hwy. Lighthouse Point, Fl 954-943-3779 and 2344 N. University Drive Coral Springs, Fl 954-344-3937

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REAL ESTATE NEWS

$ 5 0 0 , 0 0 0 Ta x E x c l u s i o n o n S a l e o f Principal Residence - Internal Revenue Code 121

Many homeowners have forgotten about the favorable 1997 revisions to the IRS Code providing substantial relief to taxpayers who are selling their principal residences Jim Balistreri with profits. Under the old tax code, a seller of a principal residence could rollover capital gains and once 55 years of age, could take a $125,000 once-in-a-lifetime exclusion. Under today's IRS Code §121, homeowners are allowed to exclude up to $250,000 of capital gains if single, $500,000 if married, upon the sale of a principal residence provided they have owned and occupied it two of the previous five years. Additionally, you may now claim this exclusion every two years and you no longer have to be 55 years or older. To qualify for this exclusion you must satisfy three tests ~ each of which contains a two-year requirement: 1. Ownership Test 2. Use Test 3. Waiting Period Test To pass the Ownership Test, you must have owned the residence as your primary or principal residence for at least 2 years of the five-year period ending on the date of the sale. To pass the Use Test, you must have used the property as your principal residence for periods totaling at least 2 years of the

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five-year period ending on the date of sale. And to pass the Waiting Period Test, you must not have utilized this exclusion for any sale during the past two years. Another benefit ~ under the old code, the seller was required to purchase a replacement residence for equal or greater value during a roll over period to claim exclusion. Under the new law, you are not required to purchase a replacement residence at all. A frequent question asked by our sellers is ~ if I have already used the one-time $125,000 exclusion for a residence I sold years ago ~ can I still use this $500,000 exclusion? The answer is YES ~ using the old exclusion does not affect your eligibility for the new exclusion. (Information Provided N.A.R.) Balistreri Realty, a member of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, the world's most productive network of real estate brokers, and a member of the Florida Association of Realtors, the voice for real estate in Florida. Jim Balistreri, Broker 954-545-1606 www.Balistreri.com

SERVING THE COMMUNITY NEEDS By LHP Library Director Doreen Gauthier

The Community Block Development Grant program has been ongoing in the Lighthouse Point Library for over seven years. From very humble beginnings to classes or activities nearly every week day the Seniors of Lighthouse Point are given opportunities to enrich their personal lifestyle. Formerly an outsourced funded outreach program, the Library began involvement during the first administration of Mayor Fred Schorr. Mayor Schorr and City Administrator John Lavisky met with representatives of the Library staff who were willing to take on the new challenge. As an aside, this challenge was assumed the same month that the original library construction grant application was submitted. The initial season of programs included teaching computer classes, financial planning seminars, and Bingo. Today's schedule includes the expanded computer class opportunities to include one or more evening sessions; Spanish; Senior Fitness; both a Readers' Group and Writers' Group; special craft hands-on demonstrations; and the previously mentioned financial planning seminars and the ever popular Bingo. The Library's Teen Advisory Board has added another dimension to programming. Board member Ashley Williams designed with help

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of her Mother a "paper-craft class." Once each month Ashley and members of the Board instruct seniors in creating hand-stamped greeting cards or scrapbooking techniques or paper sculpting. The teens and the seniors relate well with one another - they have a common enemy, the parents. These monthly meetings provide a generational interaction - the "elders" can share stories of years past, while the enthusiasm and energy of the teens emits an aura of excitement and positive stimulation. Library Administrative Secretary Cathy Anthony is the only staff teacher. All of the other instructors are volunteers. Their collective gifts of time and talent have been a great boon to this additional area of library responsibility. Why do they volunteer? Why do we add programs? Quite simply, because no one else was doing this service and a community need was being met. The Library's mission statement succinctly expresses our philosophy "the Lighthouse Point Library was established for the purpose of providing the community with access to books and other resources and services for education, information, and recreation. The Library strives to aid citizens of all ages in satisfying their need to be well informed, intellectually stimulated, culturally enriched and to appreciate well-rounded leisure time." These programs truly complement that mission.

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E v e r y t h i n g Yo u E v e r W a n t e d t o K n o w About Retirement Income After years of saving and investing, you can finally see your retirement on the horizon. But before kicking back, you still have some important planning to do. For instance, it's important to figure out how much retirement income you may need. To do that, you'll need to consider your housing cost, the length of your retirement, whether you have earned income, your retirement lifestyle, health care and insurance costs and the rate of inflation. You'll also need to identify all of your potential retirement income sources and review your asset allocation. Remember, decisions made now could make the difference between your money outlasting you-or vice versa. When & how should one begin thinking about tapping retirement assets? The answer to this question depends on when you expect to retire. Assuming you expect to retire between the ages of 62 and 67, you may want to begin the planning process in your mid to late 50s. If you anticipate retiring earlier, or enjoying a longer working life, you may need to alter your planning threshold accordingly. HOW MUCH ANNUAL INCOME DO YOU NEED? While studies indicate that many people are likely to need between 60% and 80% of their final working year's income to maintain their lifestyle after retiring, low-income and wealthy retirees may need closer to 90%. Because of the declining availability of traditional pensions and increasing financial stresses on Social Security, future retirees may have to rely more on income generated by personal investments than today's retirees. How much can you afford to withdraw from assets for annual living expenses? As you age, your financial affairs won't remain static: Changes in inflation, investment returns, your desired lifestyle and your life expectancy are impor-

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tant contributing factors. You may want to err on the side of caution and choose an annual withdrawal rate somewhat below 5%; of course, this depends on how much you have in your overall portfolio and how much you will need on a regular basis. When planning portfolio withdrawals, is there a preferred strategy for which accounts are tapped first? Scott Lanza You may want to consider tapping taxable accounts first to maintain the tax benefits of your tax-deferred retirement accounts. If your expected dividends and interest payments from taxable accounts are not enough to meet your cash flow needs, you may want to consider liquidating certain assets. Selling losing positions in taxable accounts may allow you to offset current or future gains for tax purposes. Also, to maintain your target asset allocation, consider whether you should liquidate over weighted asset classes When crafting a retirement portfolio, you need to make sure it generates enough growth to prevent running out of money during your later years. You may want to maintain an investment mix with the goal of earning returns that exceed the rate of inflation. Dividing your portfolio among stocks, bonds and cash investments may provide adequate exposure to some growth potential while trying to protect against market setbacks. Scott Lanza, Certified Financial Planner & Branch Manager of Lighthouse Point Financial welcomes your inquiries at 954-582-5233. 2036 E Sample Road in the Gateway Centre.

T h i s F a t h e r ’ s D a y, G i v e D a d a F i n a n c i a l To o l k i t Father's Day is almost here. If your father is handy around the house, you might want to give him tools of some kind. But this year, why not give Dad something that can help him build his future? Specifically, why not give him a "financial toolkit"?

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What could go into this toolkit? For one thing, you could give your dad some stocks. Consider giving shares of a company that produces products or services that your father uses. Alternatively, you could give your father a bond, which can provide income in the form of interest payments. You might also want to give your father a game or a book about investing. The more he knows about managing his money, the better off he'll be. Your father will be able to put these "tools" to good use this Father's Day - and for years afterwards, too. Robert Friedman is your Edward Jones financial advisor at 1827 NE 24th Street, Lighthouse Point. Call 954-783-6694 Member SIPC : www.lhpmag.com

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Drowning —

Hot Off the Grill

A Preventable Tragedy

By John Offerdahl (a.k.a. The Gridiron Griller)

Broward Sheriff Al Lamberti Reports

June… schools are out, days are lengthening and dads are grilling! Life is good, but I get nostalgic around Father's Day. I have such great memories of standing around the family Weber with my dad teaching me the only culinary skill he possessed---the art of grilling the perfect protein. It was perhaps the most concentrated male bonding time we had outside of fishing trips to Canada. My mom and sisters would prepare the sides indoors while we mastered the main course on the back deck. Many years have passed without my dad, but I've managed to keep those memories alive by grilling with my two sons. This month's recipe is a real man's meal---sirloin steak. It's fit for any family celebration and looks special enough for invited guests. Hopefully firing up the grill will bring you happy memories of Father's Days gone by and inspire you to make new ones with your own kids. As for me, I'll be fishing in Canada with my boys, doing one of the few things in life better than grilling!

Herb-rubbed Sirloin with Capers & Peppers Grilling for 5 • 1 large sirloin steak or two smaller steaks 1 1/2" thick • 1/4 tsp. crushed dried red pepper • 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt • 2 Tbs. fresh oregano, chopped finely • 2 Tbs. fresh thyme, chopped finely • 2 Tbs. fresh basil, chopped finely • Olive oil Mix fresh herbs, salt and pepper in a bowl and sprinkle over both sides of the steak. Refrigerate for at least four hours and up to six. Bring steak out and let stand at room temperature while preparing the grill. Heat the grill to a mediumhigh temperature. Before placing on the grill, oil the grill and drizzle the steaks lightly with olive oil. Grill steaks for about 12 minutes per side for a medium-rare doneness or for 2-4 minutes longer on each side for more well-done. Transfer the steak to a cutting board to cool. After 5 minutes, slice on a diagonal across the grain (about 1/4" thick) and arrange on a platter. Entrée Assembly: • 1-2 oz. Olive oil • 1 red onion (large), peeled and sliced crosswise into 1/2 slices • 2 (each) Red, yellow and orange peppers, sliced lengthwise into 1/2" strips • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt • 3 T. red wine vinegar • 3 T. capers, rinsed and drained • 1 T. fresh oregano, chopped • 1` T. fresh thyme, chopped • 1 T. fresh basil, chopped While steaks are grilling, sauté onions in olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat until tender. Add peppers, crushed pepper and salt. Reduce the heat and simmer covered until tender, stirring every 5-10 minutes. After 20 minutes, add vinegar and capers. Simmer for 10 more minutes. Stir in fresh herbs. Pour pepper mixture over sliced steaks as they come off the grill. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

The number one cause of death for children one to four years of age in Broward County is drowning. For every child that drowns, four more nearly drown - often with life altering injuries. Unlike so many other tragedies that we deal with at the Broward Sheriff's Office, drowning is entirely preventable. After more than 30 years of service at BSO, I have seen my share of this horrific tragedy. I am committed to changing this disturbing trend - it is my biggest priority. Our agency is initiating the largest public safety initiative in BSO history. We are taking a hard line, with a visual and educational campaign like none other seen or heard before. Our posters will be featured in daycare centers, hospitals, pediatric offices and schools throughout Broward County. Deputies, firefighters and community volunteers will be canvassing neighborhoods with printed material reminding parents and caregivers just how dangerous the backyard pool can be. There is no doubt you will see our billboards and bus ads or hear our public safety announcements on the radio and television. During the summer months, BSO's Fire Rescue Division will be offering free CPR courses for parents and caregivers. Deputies will come to any Broward County home to conduct a free pool safety survey and offer suggestions on making your pool safe. Whether you are a parent, grandparent or caregiver, I encourage you to read and adhere to the following: • Never leave children unsupervised near any body of water - not even for a moment • Install a pool fence and alarms on every door leading to water • Do not rely on flotation devices to protect your children in the pool • Teach your children water safety skills • Learn CPR Again, I remind you that drowning is a preventable tragedy. I look forward to the day Broward County no longer leads the state in toddler drowning deaths. I know that through awareness and education we can save lives. For more information about drowning prevention and pool safety, I encourage you to visit www.sheriff.org/drowning.

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IDENTITY THEFT

Taking Control of Your Credit Identity

The belief that you are in complete control of your own life can get you into some pretty serious trouble if you aren't careful. Your unique identity, your reputation and especially Denise Richardson your credit scores are ruled by your own actions, but only to an extent. To be absolutely certain that your life and your identity are under your own control, you need to take identity theft prevention measures. Here are a few options that may help you decide which alternative provides the most value and best fits your needs; Credit Monitoring Credit monitoring services are heavily advertised, and many people have the impression that these services alone will provide a high level of protection against identity theft. This is a serious and potentially harmful misconception. Credit monitoring is offered by most banks and all three credit bureaus. Sometimes the service only includes monitoring one bureau's report, which is a problem, since many creditors don't report to all three bureaus. The credit report you are monitoring may not be the one a fraudulent account is reported to. Another problem with credit monitoring services is that they're designed to inform you of any changes to your credit report; this sounds good, but what many consumers don't realize is that the data in credit reports may not be recorded in "real time." If you purchase something on credit today -do you know when the creditor will report your activity to the credit bureaus? Or when the credit bureaus will update you file? Credit monitoring services are reactive in nature -not proactive. The services are designed to let you know about a problem only after it occurs. If you are considering credit monitoring, find out if it they monitor all three bureaus, if the monitoring is done in real time and whether or not they offer identity and financial recovery services, should an ID theft occur. FRAUD ALERTS A fraud alert is a flag placed in your credit reports that warns potential creditors that they must verify your identity before they issue credit in your name. Fraud alerts may be effective at stopping someone from opening new credit accounts in your name, but they won't stop thieves from accessing your current accounts if your information lands in their hands. You need to request a fraud alert by contacting one of the three major credit bureaus. The bureau you call is required to contact the other two credit bureaus. There are two types of fraud alerts; initial and extended. An initial fraud alert is only good for 90 days -after that initial time-frame, you must re-contact a credit bureau and reactivate the alert. If you

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have been a victim of identity theft, you may ask for an extended alert. Each credit bureau has its own criteria you must meet, which may include filing a police report, among other things. CREDIT FREEZES A credit freeze is different from a fraud alert in a number of ways. A freeze generally stops all access to your credit report, while a fraud alert permits creditors to get your report as long as they take steps to verify your identity. A credit freeze is free to identity theft victims who have a police report proving they have been victims of identity theft. For individuals who are not victims of an identity theft, the cost is $10 per credit bureau, or $30 for all three bureaus to freeze your credit. To place a freeze on your credit file, you must write to each of the three credit bureaus, provide your identifying information and include your payment to each bureau. Freezing will prevent you from opening a new account yourself, applying for a job, renting an apartment, or buying insurance, if your credit report needs to be accessed by a creditor. Once your file is frozen, if you want to open a new credit account or get a new loan, you must "thaw" your credit file. That costs money too. Credit freezes can't block thieves from accessing your current credit cards or bank accounts. IDENTITY THEFT PREVENTION & RESTORATION SERVICES Neither a fraud alert nor a credit freeze can stop a criminal from using your name to commit other crimes. Remember, your identity is much more than just your credit report. There's no protection that's 100% fool-proof against identity theft.

There are many companies that offer to take on the task of protecting your identity and recovering it if a criminal steals it. Having been an ID theft victim, I can tell you first hand the value of having someone in your corner when you find your information has been compromised. However, before hiring one of the many services on the market today, take the time to compare the services offered and determine which services offer the most value to you. Whether you freeze your credit, flag it with fraud alerts or purchase credit monitoring services, you still can't be certain that you will never be a victim of identity theft. However, before you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of having to spend months or years clearing your name and credit, you might consider hiring a company that will take preventative steps to protect you and help you with recovery measures should you fall victim to identity theft. For more information on any of the above services, feel free to contact me or visit my blog at givemebackmycredit.com.

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The recipes below have been submitted by residents of Lighthouse Point and surrounding communities. The recipes are carefully selected by Julie Clark. We encourage those who can perform magic in their kitchens to submit favorite creations that can be enjoyed by readers of our magazine. To submit your recipe, please contact Julie at 954-288-6760, or email: [email protected] In this month's issue of Cooking with the Community the The MOMS® Club of Lighthouse Point has generously shared a few of there favorite recipes with us. The MOMS® (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club is a nonprofit organization aimed at providing support for mothers who stay home to raise their children. Our goals include providing a forum for topics of interest to women, giving mothers more of a

TTAMMY’S POTATOE DELUXE By Diane Miller • 2 lbs frozen hash browns • 1 C diced onions • 1 C cream of chicken soup • 1 large container sour cream • 1/2 C melted butter • 8 oz sharp chedder cheese, grated salt and pepper • 1 C crushed potato chips or bread crumbs *Mix all ingredients except bread crumbs/potato chips. Combine well and place in a baking dish. Add crumbs to top of mixture. Bake for one hour at 350 F.

VANESSA’S CHICKEN FANCESE By Vanessa Daley • 4 skinless, boneless, chicken breasts (about 11/2 pounds) • All-purpose flour, for dredging • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper • 4 large eggs • 3 tablespoons water • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 1/2 lemon, with rind, cut in thin rounds • 1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio • 1 cup chicken broth • 1/2 lemon, juiced • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley Put the chicken breasts side by side on a cutting board and lay a piece of plastic wrap over them. Pound the chicken breasts with a flat meat mallet, until they are about 1/4-inch thick. Put some flour in a shallow platter and season with a fair amount of salt and pepper; mix with a fork to distribute evenly. In a wide bowl, beat the eggs with 3 tablespoons of water to make an egg wash. Heat the oil over medium-high flame in a large skillet. Dredge both sides of the chicken cutlets in the seasoned flour, and then dip them in the egg wash to coat completely, letting the excess drip off. When the oil is nice and hot, add the cutlets and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden, turning once. Remove the chicken cutlets to a large platter in a single layer to keep warm. Toss the lemon slices into the pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the wine, broth, and lemon juice, simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly. Roll the butter in some flour and add it to the skillet, this will thicken the sauce. Stir to incorporate and dissolve the flour. Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the chicken to the pan; place the lemon slices on top of the cutlets. Simmer gently for 2 minutes to heat the chicken through. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serves 4

voice in the community, having fun with our children and performing local service projects, especially those benefiting children. If you live in Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point or Pompano Beach (north of Atlantic Blvd.) and would like more information regarding our club, please contact Amy at 954-429-9372 or email at [email protected]. You can also visit our website at www.lhpmomsclub

JENNIFER’S CREAMY PESTO SHRIMP By Jennifer Sinclair Creamy Pesto Shrimp 1# linguine pasta ½ c. butter 2 c. heavy cream ½ t. freshly ground black pepper 1 c. freshly grated parmesan cheese 1/3 c. pesto 1# large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on) Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cream and season with pepper. Cook 6-8 minutes, stirring constantly. Add parmesan cheese, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Blend in pesto and cook 3-5 minutes until thickened. Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 5 mins). Serve over hot linguine.

BETTY’S ECLAIRE CAKE By Betty Martenisen This recipe is amazingly yummy for how simple it is to make. • 2 boxes (5 oz) of instant vanilla pudding • 3 cups milk • 1 2 oz container cool whip • 1 box graham crackers • 2 tubs chocolate frosting Mix pudding and milk using wisk, add cool whip and continue to mix until well blended. Line pyrex with crackers, and layer with ½ of pudding, another layer of crackers, then remaining ½ of pudding, and final layer of crackers. Microwave frosting for about one minute, stir to smooth and pour over top of layered ingredients, smooth to frost cake. Chill-the longer the better. Overnight works well.

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Water Quality and Your Quality of Life

By Kristin Jacobs and Ken Keechl, District 2 and District 4 Broward County Commissioners Water, clean water, is at the very core of our quality of life in Broward County. Our County is bordered on the east by the Atlantic Ocean, and the Everglades covers two-thirds of our geographic area, creating our western boundary. These natural environments are connected by a network of over 1,800 miles of canals that zigzag across Broward. With these precious natural resources bordering our Ken Keechl urban community, pollutants in storm water runoff could easily threaten near shore reefs, Everglades habitats and our drinking water source-the Biscayne Aquifer. The stewardship of our water resources is an important responsibility. Without protection and careful regulation, our quality of life will be in jeopardy. The original Clean Water Act was enacted in 1972 as the primary federal law governing water pollution. The scope of the legislation protected all "navigable waters" in the United States. In 2006, a U.S. Supreme Court decision called into question the language used and the intent of Congress in the creation of the original Clean Water Act. This court decision made vulnerable the protections for our waters that have been in place for over twenty years. Congress is now considering a revision known as the Clean Water Restoration Act to provide clarification for both the language and the intent of Congress, while restoring the original environmental protections. Opponents of the bill contend that the legislation could be considered a possible expansion of federal authority to regulate water bodies. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners sup-

AL’S CORNER

By Al Siefert

POWER BLACKOUTS Earlier this year South Florida experienced a major power blackout. The problem as reported in Electrical Contractor Magazine was caused by human error. According to the article there were 584,000 customers affected in South Florida and 1 million customers across the state.

The preliminary findings showed that a field engineer while working on a switch disabled two levels of protection and thus caused a chain reaction across the grid. The grid is designed to shut down to avoid damage to the equipment when the voltage drops below a certain level. The total shutdown included 26 transmission lines, 38 substations and 3,400 megawatts of power. Most of the power was restored in less than five hours. Florida Power and Light has taken steps with its employees to be certain that there is no recurrence of this mistake.

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ports strong water quality protections and legislation that retains the original intent of the Clean Water Act. The County is joined in our support by Congressman Ron Klein (D-Fla), Congressman Robert Wexler (D-Fla) and Congresswoman Debbie WassermanSchultz (D-Fla). All are co-sponsors of the Clean Water Restoration Act. Reusing our water Kristin Jacobs On another front, the Florida Legislature passed a bill this year requiring all the state's water utilities to dramatically reduce the discharge of waste water effluent into the Atlantic Ocean by the year 2025. While this is an important step in maintaining the quality of our ocean, the high cost of treating and creating the "plumbing" system required to store and reuse our waste water is significant. Broward County government is currently one of 28 water utilities and 14 water management agencies operating in the County. The creation of a water storage and reuse system will likely require a consolidation of resources and sharing of expertise between jurisdictions and private providers. Broward County's Utility Director estimates that at today's cost of construction, the creation of this system will add about $53 to a monthly water bill. I know the monetary costs seem high during these troubling times, but the result will be a sustainable community and an even better Broward County. We are each interested in receiving your comments and questions. You may email Kristin anytime at [email protected] or call at 954-357-7002. Ken can be reached at [email protected] and 954-357-7004. We look forward to hearing from you.

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The article above shows that there is a need for more training of electricians in our industry. The older workforce will be retiring in the next few years and there are not many people looking to enter the trades. To accommodate growth in the industry and to replace those retiring there is an expected turn over rate of 27%.According to the department of labor there will be a need to train 270,000 new electrical workers by 2016. There is an expected need of 877,000 electrical workers by 2016 which is an additional 66,000 skilled workers. It is that time of year again when everyone who is relying on using a generator, in the event of a power, outage should have it serviced. If you find that it does not start and you are not mechanical, there are several small engine repair shops that can help you get it running again. Al Siefert Electric is celebrating 30 years in business and currently hiring licensed electricians for service work. Please call us at 954-493-9411or email [email protected]

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Merchant Merchant ofof the the Month Month LAUDERDALE MARINA — From Mud to Mansions Celebrating its 60th year in business, the Lauderdale Marina, located on the Intracoastal Waterway just north of Port Everglades is, according to founder Robert Cox, the oldest single-owner marina business in south Florida. In 1948, the site of the marina was an abandoned highly secret research station for submarine torpedoes of World War II. It was so far "out of town" that the police pistol firing range was on the same dirt road, SE 15th Street, at what is now Cordova Road. Lauderdale Harbors and many of the other undeveloped islands were simply tree covered and sometimes swampy leftovers from the great 1926 Florida real estate crash. Cox, making a permanent move from New York to Fort Lauderdale, arrived in Port Everglades in 1946 on a deep draft motor sailor. He was astonished to find that there was no place where the water was deep enough to dock his 9' draft boat, the only commercial dockage being a small obsolete marina on the causeway which is now the Las Olas bridge connection to the beach. Huss Marina was on its last legs, had a shallow depth of water, redtagged condemned wiring, and a single metal shower stall installed, it is said, by one of the boat owners for the price of a bottle of good whiskey. The semi abandoned Navy torpedo research station was the only spot with enough depth to accommodate Cox's vessel, but could not be used because the government had not relinquished its prewar lease on the property. Cox, however, seeking not only a dock but recognizing that the miles of empty Fort Lauderdale waterways would some day be lined with homes and boats, all of which would have to pass the torpedo station on their way to the ocean or up and down the Intracoastal Waterway, negotiated with the owners of the land, and in 1948 opened Lauderdale Marina as a fueling station. "How well I remember that day we opened," says Cox, "We sold 48 gallons of gas to a customer who not only filled his small boat's tank but also a bunch of 5 gallon cans. Asked why he filled the cans, too, the customer said he was tired of carrying fuel from a highway gas station and, from the looks of the marinas early dock, wasn't sure how long we would be in business." From the marina site there was no evidence of the existence of the City of Fort Lauderdale, no buildings on the horizon, no building at all in what is now Harbor Beach and of course no 17th Street Causeway Bridge. Cruising boats often stopped to ask "how far is Fort Lauderdale", and found it hard to believe that they could fill their water tanks with city water via a small pipe about a half mile long installed by the Navy. Current yachtsmen find it hard to believe that the many islands and peninsulas that make up the city were not built for boats. The

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canals were dredged to provide enough fill to make the swampy east side of Fort Lauderdale into saleable real estate. To prove this to nonbelievers who question Cox's sanity, he shows them aerial photographs showing low bridges built across the ends of the canals to provide for automobile circulation from one island to the next. The Lauderdale Marina has grown with the city. Now one of the major fuel docks on the Intracoastal Waterway, the marina provides dockage, boat sales, parts and repair services, and in its 59th year took over the operation of its well known restaurant, the 15th Street Fisheries, which had been operating for more than 20 years by one of their tenants.

Cox, an engineer by training, fascinated by the new boat building material called fiberglass, opened the first sales agency for such boats in the State of Florida in 1949. Today they hold a rare "master dealer certification" for one of the country's most famous brands of boats, Boston Whaler. Nowadays, the operation of the marina complex is guided by three generations, all in the Cox family. The President of the Lauderdale Marina is Cox's son John Clark and the General Manager is a grandson, Scott Clark. Their properties which include, besides the marina, other marine oriented tenants and the 15th Street Fisheries restaurant are managed by Cox's son-in-law Ted Drum, a well known second generation Fort Lauderdale realtor, other family members are in training for the future. Lauderdale Marina in located at 1900 SE 15th Street in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316. You may contact Scott Clark at 954523-8507

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