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HERON ESTATES IN HERON BAY $4,499,000 

Palatial estate on double lake lot, featuring indoor basketball court; theater 

room w/seating for 12 & separate Lobby, club room w/wet bar, 2 master 

suites, elevator, Guest house, private wood library, huge eat-in kitchen 

With gas cooking, double fireplace, foyer w/ grand Double marble staircase, 

90 x 25 heated pool, summer Kitchen, all impact glass windows + 

doors, 100 kW Whole house generator and Crestron lighting system.6 

Bedrooms, 8 ½ Baths, 4 Car Garage 

BBB RANCHES $3,400,000 

Elegant- gated and fenced Estate on 3 acres. Main house plus, 2-story guest 

house, Amazing patios/gazebo for outdoor entertaining; Har-tru lighted Tennis 

and Basketball courts, open salt water pool w/3-waterfalls. All Impact glass 

windows & doors, whole house generator. Gourmet kitchen, all top of the line 

appliances. Ceiling details throughout, coffered ceilings, pecky cypress,/wood 

beams. Wood,slate/ marble floors throughout; meticulously built & renovated 

by Steve Mrachek. This home belongs in Architectural Digest!!! 

PARKLAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB $2,495,000 

Exceptional estate with style and sophistication + breathtaking views 

of the fairways and lake - Exclusive Club Estates with only 19 homes, 

and on a beautiful half acre lot with 5 bedrooms, 5 full - 1/2 baths, 

plus finished library, and huge loft area, can convert to 6th bedroom 

or theater room. 24 ft ceilings in living room, Great floor plan with 

junior suite on first floor, tranquil 2nd floor master suite and sitting 

room overlooking golf and lake. Hurricane impact windows and 

doors. Heated open pool and spa,. Completely renovated in 2012 

OLD FLORESTA IN BOCA RATON $2,475,000 

Quaint and historic Old Floresta, offers a beautifully designed residence 

with Classical transitional styling & state-of-the-art amenities. Featuring 

5 bed, 6 full baths, 2 half baths,plus office, plus media room and 4-car 

garage. Over 6900 square feet of living space, The gracious floorplan, 

Includes high quality Pozzi windows & doors throughout, and 

extensive use of marble and granite finishes. A luxurious first floor master 

suite with his and her baths and antique wood flooring and much more. 

IN THE PINES $1,770,000 

Stunning 3-story, lake front estate on .59 of an acre. This estate 

features 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 2 half baths, plus library, 

loft, 2 staircases, and mud room. Chef’s kitchen with large center 

island, gas cooking, 2 sinks, and 2 dishwashers. Separate 

26 x 36 rec room and 20 x 40 resort style pool and spa. This 

custom home was built by Ellemar. 


Botanical sanctuary with gated entry, large pond with fountains 

and waterfall, 2 story main house, plus a 1692 sq. ft. Barn with 

3 stalls and tack room. Private master bedroom on 2nd floor 

with sitting area, loft and screened patio. Horses permitted; 

500 ft. driveway, 3+ acres maintained with pride of ownership. 

4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Baths, 2 Car Garage 

CYPRESS HEAD $1,299,000 

Lake front estate home with 276 ft. of water frontage. Newer 

roof, 4 ac units, cul de sac location, 5 true bedrooms, including a 

junior suite + library/office + game or media room + children’s 

playroom in children’s wing. Solar heated and salt chlorinated 

pool and spa. House has hurricane shutters, cabana bath, and 

outdoor shower. French doors thru-out and much more. 

TALL PINES ESTATES $1,150,000 

Completely renovated Estate home with 5 true bedrooms, 

+ Library + (13 x 22) exercise room or Guest house and 4.5 

baths. Your very own Hockey Rink, whole house generator, 

new salt water open pool with rock waterfall and marble 

patio, all on an acre+ in the Estate section of Tall Pines. 

PINE TREE ESTATES $815,000 

A private gated and completely fenced estate on 1.09 acre. Offering 5 

bed/4 full baths, open floor plan with a double sided fireplace between 

living room & dining room. Updated kitchen with center island, casual 

family room, Florida Room, breathtaking gardens and ponds, walking 

paths and fruit trees lead to a built in summer kitchen, granite sitting 

areas and patio,with fire-pit. All impact windows, accordion shutters on 

all doors, movie room w/wine room, renovated bathrooms, 3 new a/c 

units, New water filtration system, new saltwater pool, solar hot water 

system, solar panels, all finished closets, New drainage system, New solar 

shades-newer roof and so much more, a true Botanical sanctuary. 

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VOL. 25, NO. 9 

DECEMBER 

FEATURES 

HOLIDAY 

20 Holiday Gift Give-Away Winners 

26 Helping Needy Children 

30 The Celebration of Kwanzaa 

36 The Meaning of Chanukah 

40 Interfaith Couples Celebrating the Holidays 

44 Simplify Christmas Decorating 

48 Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress 

52 Getting Real With New Year’s Resolutions 

54 Christmas Without a Tree 

70 Local Holiday Events 

72 Festive Low-Calorie Cocktails 

16 This & That: From Random Files 

32 Home: Creating Beautiful Interiors in Greens and Blues 

56 Male Matters: A Dilgard Christmas 

60 Humor: Looking Back From the Future 

62 Guy Talk: For the Love of Beer 

64 Mom’s Perspective: Time for a Change 

74 Wine Watch: Nothing Better Than Champagne 

76 Food: Easy Hors d’Oeuvres 

78 Restaurant Review: Bistro 243 

92 From The Expert: 

Coping With Sibling’s Disruptive Behavior 

96 Dietitian’s View: Super Foods 

102 Health: World Aids Museum 

105 Medical: Healthy Feet Tips 

108 Equestrian News: MDHS Student’s Vision 

109 Pet Talk: Problems in Communicating 

110 Bureau of Better Business: 

Local Businesses, Expanding and Growing 

IN EVERY ISSUE 

Publishers’ Letter 6 

Parkland’s Mayor 8 

Coral Springs’ Mayor 9 

Broward County Commissioner 10 

Community News 12 

Events Calendar 68 

School News 82 

Parkland Library Events 86 

THE FAMILY FRIENDLY MAGAZINE SINCE 1991 

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Parklander 

DECEMBER 2015 

COVER CREDIT: 

Dominic Richard lives in Coral Springs 

with his parents, Ryan and Michelle 

Richard, and his little brother, Duke 

Austin. Dominic is four years old and 

Duke Austin is two and a half. 

The photo was taken at Coral Springs 

Community Church preschool where 

Dominic attends VPK. His mother, 

Michelle, took the picture in the play 

ground after his Christmas pageant. 

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Mark Bohm is an attorney 

and freelance writer living 

in Parkland. 

Victoria Landis is a 

freelance writer and 

artist living in West Boca. 

Dr. Renae Lapin, LMFT 

and author, provides 

free counseling services 

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with the Broward County 

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Elliot Goldenberg, an 

award-winning journalist, 

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column, but also writes 

books on espionage and 

terrorism. 

Bill Johnson is a freelance 

writer. He semi-retired 

to Coconut Creek after a 

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Nancy Ouhib is a 

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and speaker. She resides in 

Parkland with her family. 

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There will be two winners of the Parklander’s 

December giveaway. One will receive an eyn 

iphone 6 case with storage space & mirror. A 

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writers, and the various members of the Parklander 

family, the experience has been rewarding and fulfilling. 

During the years, we have appreciated the support of the 

residents and communities of the areas we cover. This 

month’s cover is an example: Debby Richard of Parkland, 

an understandably proud grandparent, contacted us to 

ask if we were interested in using a wonderful picture of her 

grandson, Dominic, for the holiday cover. We couldn’t resist 

taking a look, and were instantly captivated by the Norman 

Rockwell style of the picture. Our readers can all share this 

great, unposed image of a child, captured for all time, who 

obviously believes in Santa Claus. 

Also, in this December issue, along with the usual pieces 

submitted by our talented columnists, we fittingly present 

a dozen or so articles dealing with different aspects of the 

holiday season. From the manner interfaith couples celebrate 

to low calorie cocktails, explaining Chanukah and Kwanzaa, 

giving to organizations that give to needy children or winning 

a holiday gift, it’s all in this month’s magazine. 

As the year closes, we would particularly like to thank Mayor 

Michael Udine and the City Commissioners for choosing to 

recognize the Parklander’s role in the community for almost 

25 years. We look forward to many more years of serving 

Parkland, it’s residents and businesses. 

We wish all a Happy Chanukah, Joyous Kwanzaa, Merry 

Christmas, and a Happy and Health New Year. If you prefer 

to be politically correct, we wish you Happy Holidays. Be 

safe this New Year’s Eve. 

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I 

hope that everyone enjoyed 

their Thanksgiving with family 

and friends. As we close out 

2015, I want to extend my best 

wishes for a happy holiday season 

and a healthy and prosperous 

New Year. As we roll into the 

holidays, there are always some 

fun events around town. Snowfest 

is December 17 th at Terremar Park. 

It is a great event for the kids and 

family. On December 12 th at 8pm 

at the Equestrian Center, we will again do a “drive- in” 

movie. There was a huge turnout over the summer and I 

am sure this one will be a success as well. 

We recently helped with the grand opening for the new 

addition of Pine Trails Park. More improvements are on the 

way as we continue to upgrade and enhance our awardwinning 

parks. 

Our Parkland Dash fun run was again a great success. 

Each year this event gets bigger and bigger. The weather 

cooperated and we raised a decent amount of money, 

which will be distributed to our schools and some local 

charities in the area. Thanks to all of our sponsors who 

helped make this event a success. 

Our award-winning Farmers’ Market is once more up and 

running. Again, this year, I am happy to announce the 

Farmers’ Market events are being sponsored by Mercantile 

Bank. The events take place on the first and third Sunday 

of the month, between 9am and 1pm, at the Equestrian 

Center. The City posts the signs the week prior, in order 

to give everyone notice. Each year the Market gets better 

and better with more merchants. Everyone I run into shares 

positive comments about the Farmers’ Market. Other cities 

are all trying to replicate what we are doing in Parkland – I 

take that as a compliment. We are also continuing with our 

outdoor concerts in the park and comedy series. 

Between the City, our local schools, and charitable 

organizations in the area, there are really so many ways 

to become part of the community. Please take advantage 

of the different offerings by checking the City website 

for upcoming dates and events. If you see me out at an 

event, please say hello. I love meeting as many Parkland 

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CORAL SPRINGS MAYOR 

SKIP CAMPBELL 

This year has flown by. Before 

we know it, the holidays will 

be upon us. On behalf of the 

city of Coral Springs, I wish you all a 

happy holiday season! I also hope to 

see you all at our holiday parade on 

Wednesday, December 9. It all starts 

at 7pm as floats make their way 

down Sample Road from Coral Springs Drive to City Hall. This 

year, we are “Joining Forces for the Holidays,” so be ready to 

see super heroes and Star Wars characters that night. Please 

note that Sample Road, west of University Drive and east of 

NW 110th Avenue, and Coral Springs Drive, north of NW 29th 

Street and south of NW 37th Street, will be closed on the night 

of the parade from 5pm until approximately 10pm. For more 

information, please visit www.CoralSprings.org/holidayparade. 

On Saturday, December 12, bring your entire family to Downtown 

in December at the ArtWalk. The fun begins at 5pm and 

will include holiday treats, hot cocoa, and other fun winter 

surprises. The event is free but there will be food and refreshments 

available for purchase. There will also be an outdoor 

showing of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in 

downtown Coral Springs that evening. Blankets and lawn 

chairs are encouraged, but please refrain from bringing alcoholic 

beverages. For more details, please call 954-344-1111. 

The ArtWalk is located at 9405 NW 31st Ct., just west of University 

Drive. There will be free parking in the downtown area. 

Now that the ArtWalk is officially open, we have lots of exciting 

events planned there. Make sure to visit the new and improved 

Farmers’ Market on the second and fourth Sundays of the 

month, from 9am to 1pm. The market will run from November 

through May. If you didn’t have a chance to attend the ArtWalk 

grand opening, I encourage you to take a stroll and view the 

wonderful public art on display. 

Last but not least, I just want to offer a friendly reminder that 

Waste Pro will not provide solid waste and recycling services 

on Christmas Day. If your pick-up day happens to fall on Fridays, 

you will be affected this year. Waste Pro will accommodate 

residences that missed collection on Christmas Day, and 

you should receive a special notice this month. Please look for 

it in your mailbox. P 

If you would like to meet with me to discuss any city issues, 

feel free to visit with me during my office hours. I hold office 

hours the second Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm to 

6:00pm at City Hall in the City Commission Office. To make 

an appointment, please call 954-344-5911. Don’t forget to 

‘Like’ the City on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/-Cityof- 

CoralSprings and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. 

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Although we’re still compiling the 

final numbers for the year, our 

figures so far show that 2015 has 

been an unprecedented success 

in tourism for Broward County. As 

of August, there were 70 consecutive 

months of hotel occupancy growth. The Greater Fort Lauderdale 

Convention and Visitors’ Bureau believes that by the end 

of this month, Broward County will have had 15 million people 

coming to visit, pumping $12 billion dollars into our economy. 

You can see our county changing and improving all the time. 

There are new hotel developments including the Margaritaville 

Beach Resort in Hollywood and the Conrad on Fort Lauderdale 

Beach. Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport is 

bustling with our new runway open and all our terminals being 

renovated. Airlines are adding new routes all the time, including 

JetBlue to Baltimore, Charleston, Philadelphia, and Mexico 

City; Southwest to Ronald Reagan Washington National 

Airport and Minneapolis. Port Everglades passenger totals are 

up over nine percent for the first half of the year with capital 

improvements in the master plan hoping for a goal of 5.6 

million passenger moves by 2033. Royal Caribbean’s newest 

ship, Harmony of the Seas, will be making Broward County its 

home port soon. We are also hopeful that travel to Cuba from 

Broward County, whether by ship or plane, will also translate 

into travelers spending a few extra nights at hotels in Greater 

Fort Lauderdale. 

Broward County is a great place for sports. You already know 

that we are the home of the NHL’s Florida Panthers, but we 

have also hosted nearly 300 sporting events in the past year 

that brought over 200,000 attendees spending over 400,000 

room nights. Events for 2015 included the Swatch Beach 

Volleyball FIVB World Tour Finals (with the finals broadcast 

on NBC,) the International Crossbow Championships, the 

Women’s Golden Gloves Boxing and Hall of Fame Induction, 

the JCC Maccabi Games, and the NHL Draft. Sports in Broward 

is great for tourism. 

Broward County is also becoming a great place for film and 

music. Graceland on USA and Gator Boys on Animal Planet 

are both filmed here. Lauderdale Live and Rock the Ocean Tortuga 

Music Festival have been very successful concert series. 

Next on our agenda is expanding our popular convention center 

and adding a hotel to the complex. In 2015, we welcomed 

over 400 meeting and convention groups with 60 percent of 

those being repeat visitors. Everyone loves Broward County 

and so many people want to return to enjoy our great weather, 

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• 4 bedrooms 4.5 bathrooms 

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2015 

DECEMBER 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

The Mayor’s Top Teen nominations are open for teenagers 

who are Parkland residents completing 9 th , 10 th , or 11 th 

grades at school or being homeschooled in the Broward 

County Public School region. Nominations can be made 

by teachers, counselors, friends, clergy, or family members 

and are due by December 18 th . This is an annual program 

that celebrates a Parkland teenager who overcame 

a significant obstacle, performed community service, 

demonstrated scholastic achievement, set a good example, 

or was a positive role model among other successes. For 

more information and for nomination forms visit: www.- 

cityofparkland.org/topteen. 

Community Garden Day is the first Thursday of each month 

from 8:30-9:30am at the Parkland YMCA. Everyone is 

invited to get dirty and dig in. If weed picking, watering, and 

watching your veggies grow is your interest, join us and give 

back to the community. For more information call (954) 384- 

9622 or email bendlich@ymcasouthflorida.org 

PARKLAND CHAMBER’S HOLIDAY EVENT 

Wednesday, December 16, 5:30 to 7:00pm 

The Whale Raw Bar and Fish House, Parkland 

The Parkland Chamber of Commerce is holding its Annual 

Holiday networking event at The Whale Raw Bar and Fish 

House, 7619 State Road 7, Parkland. Admission fee is $15 

for members, $20 for non-members. In lieu of the admission 

fee, one may bring an unopened, unwrapped toy of similar or 

greater value to be given to needy children. 

THE GREATER POMPANO 

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S ANNUAL 

HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE 

Sunday, December 13 th at 6:00pm 

Intracoastal Waterway, Pompano 

This annual favorite of the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber 

of Commerce is a free, fun event that brings out the creative 

side of boat captains as they cruise down the Intracoastal 

Waterway. The event is free for captains and spectators. A 

panel will judge boat decorations and many prizes will be 

awarded at the Captain’s Party at a later date, including the 

People’s Choice Award. 

HOLIDAY FANTASY OF LIGHTS 

December 1 st to 31 st , 6:00 to 10:00pm 

Tradewinds Park & Stables, Coconut Creek 

Fun for All Ages. Fees: $15/car 

(up to 16 occupants); $40/vehicle 

(more than 16 occupants). Value 

Nights, $11/car, are available on 

Mondays and Tuesdays, ending 

Tuesday, December 30 (excluding 

December 22nd and 23rd). The 

park’s regular weekend and holiday gate entrance fee of 

$1.50/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect. 

Drive-through light show produced by Brandano Displays 

Inc. For further information about the light show visit www.- 

holidaylightsdrivethru.com. 

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SIERRA CLUB MEETING 

Thursday, December 3, 7:30 to 9:30pm 

Fern Forest Nature Center, Coconut Creek 

The Fern Forest Nature Center hosts the Sierra Club’s monthly 

meeting. This free event is suitable for all ages. For more 

information, call the Nature Center at 954-357-5198. 

NATURE AT NIGHT HIKE 

Saturday, December 12 th , 6:00 to 7:00pm 

Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center, Davie 

Join a naturalist to explore the nature trails of Long Key and 

search for nocturnal animals as they emerge. Preregistration 

is required — $5 per person. For further information, call the 

Nature Center at 954-357-8797. 

MODEL STEAM TRAIN RIDES 

Saturday - Sunday, December 19 to 20, 

10:00am to 4:00pm 

Tradewinds Park & Stables, Coconut Creek 

$1.50/ride per person. The park’s regular weekend and holiday 

gate entrance fee of $1.50/person (children 5 and under 

free) will be in effect. The Tradewinds and Atlantic Railroad 

offers model steam train rides on a half-mile track around a 

lake. Pregnant women are not allowed to ride the train. For 

information, call the park at 954-357-8870 or the Railroad 

Station at 954-978-1134. 

GARDEN OF LIGHTS AT FLAMINGO GARDENS 

December 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2015 

5:00 to 8:00pm 

Flamingo Gardens, Davie 

Flamingo Garden’s Botanical Gardens and Historic Wray Home 

are decked out with thousands of lights and decorations while 

holiday music fills the air. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Broward 

outpatient centers in Weston and Miramar presents Gardens 

of Lights on Saturday and Sunday evenings December 12, 

13, 19, 20, 26 & 27. Hours will be extended to view the lights 

at dusk and enjoy a special holiday light show set to music 

beginning every half hour from 5:00 to 8:00pm. Holiday snacks 

and drinks will be available for purchase at the Flamingo Café 

to enjoy while viewing the lights. For more detailed information 

and a full schedule of holiday events visit our events page at 

www.flamingogardens.org. 

Admission to Flamingo Gardens and Garden of Lights is 

$19.95 for ages 12+, $12.95 ages 3-11, free ages 2 and 

under. Free for Members. $5 per person entry after 5:00pm to 

view lights and light show only. 

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THERE MAY BE SOMETHING TO FEAR 

We’re all afraid of something. 

Some of us however, 

whether due to a 

traumatic experience or 

just bad luck, have fears 

that could be classified 

as being a bit more irrational. 

These are some 

of the strangest phobias 

you could have. 

Heliophobia 

In a sort of modern day vampirism, 

heliophobia is actually defined as fear of 

the sun. Although it sounds harmless, it 

can actually be quite serious and lead to 

vitamin D deficiency as a result of staying 

indoors. 

Panphobia 

Also known as omniphobia, this generalized 

fear describes the condition of 

fearing everything and is often described 

as constantly dreading some “vague 

and persistent unknown evil”. 

Gephyrophobia 

If you have this phobia 

just make sure you don’t 

live close to the river because 

you would probably 

be too scared to 

cross any of its bridges. 

Some cities, however, 

provide services where 

they will actually drive 

your car across the 

bridge for you. 

Neophobia 

Generally found in the elderly, neophobia 

is classified as the fear of new things 

and in its milder form consists of an 

unwillingness to part with old habits. 

Phagophobia 

This one could truly be hard to live with. 

Phagophobia is the fear of swallowing 

and in some cases it can actually lead to 

weight loss and malnutrition. 

Chronophobia 

One of the stranger phobias, chronophobia 

is the fear of time passing. Not 

surprisingly it is often found mostly in 

prison inmates or the elderly but it can 

also occur in people who experience a 

lot of stress and anxiety. 

Haphephobia 

Whatever you do just make sure you 

don’t get too close to anyone with 

haphephobia…it’s the fear of being 

touched. 

Hylophobia 

It’s the irrational fear of wood, forests, 

and trees and, as with most of the 

phobias on this list, it is often the result 

of some long forgotten traumatic experience 

such as being beaten with a piece 

of wood or attacked in a forest. 

Phobophobia 

It’s hard to believe but this is literally a 

phobia of phobias. If you managed to 

get through this list though, you’re probably 

in the clear on this one. 

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was the Middle Eastern power the last time 

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the second year in a row). 

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CONSUMER 

SAFETY 

RECALLS 

THE WESTMINSTER CLOCK 

Big Ben is not the real name of London’s famous clock, 

as many believe. It is officially known as the Westminster 

Clock, and Big Ben is only the name of the bell that 

strikes the hours. The Westminster Clock is believed to 

be the most accurate of all giant timepieces as it rarely 

gains or loses more than a few seconds. When it does, 

the inaccuracy is soon corrected by placing a coin 

on, or removing it from, a tray attached to the 13-foot, 

700-pound pendulum. This small weight, when added 

or subtracted, respectively speeds up or slows down the 

mechanism. 

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This recall involves T3 Twirl 360 Motion-Sensing Auto-Rotating 

1.25 inch Curling Irons. The curling irons have a white 

plastic handle, a white metal rotating heat barrel and clamp, 

and a rose-gold colored grip. Model number 76570 is printed 

on the label that is placed on the handle of the tool and T3 is 

printed on the curling iron’s barrel. 

HAZARD: The firm has received 130 reports of loose or 

detached curling iron clamps including two reports of minor 

burns. 

REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled 

curling irons and contact T3 Micro toll-free at 866-376- 

8880 from 7:30am to 4pm PT, Monday through Friday, for a 

prepaid shipping box to return the curling iron for a free repair. 

CLUB CAR RECALLS GAS GOLF AND 

TRANSPORT VEHICLES 

The 2015-2016 Precedent Gas Golf and Transport vehicles 

vary in size, models, and colors. The recalled vehicles can be 

identified by the serial number (above and to the right of the 

accelerator pedal) and model number (the first two letters of 

the serial number). 

HAZARD: An improperly factory-installed hose clamp can 

rub and wear a hole in the fuel tank, causing a leak and posing 

a fire hazard. 

REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using the 

vehicles and contact Club Car toll-free at 888-227-7925 from 

8am to 5pm ET, Monday through Friday, to schedule a free 

repair. Club Car is contacting owners of the recalled golf and 

transport vehicles directly. 

SURE SIGNAL PRODUCTS RECALLS 

HEAT-ACTIVATED FIRE ALARMS 

This recall involves Sure Signal Products heat-activated fire 

alarms sold under the following brand names and models: 

DeTech FST2004H, MasterGuard QR50, Responsive TR70-R 

and Thermalink QR50. They are white, round and measure 

about 7 inches in diameter. The alarms have a round fuse at 

the center. 

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CHARITY 

By David Volz 

Community 

organizations 

offer toys to 

needy children 

Making Sure 

Christmas 

Is Merry 

Many parents struggle during the holiday season. Mothers 

and fathers who are working two or more low paid 

jobs may be unable to provide gifts for their children. 

So faith groups and civic organizations provide opportunities 

for people to provide gifts to children from needy families. 

First Church Coral Springs has an Adopt-A-Family 

program that works to ensure that lower income families can 

provide a nice Christmas for their children. 

Shortly before Christmas, Mallory Franco, a volunteer who is 

running the program at First Church, contacts social workers 

in the Broward County schools who identify needy students. “I 

receive lists of families who can’t afford Christmas gifts for their 

children,” says Franco. “We are helping more kids. If we get 

the name of one child in a school, we might be able to help 

his or her siblings.” The church expects to serve about 150 

children this year. 

People can sponsor a child or children by making a financial 

donation, or they can shop themselves. Franco recommends 

that a sponsor plan to spend about $75 to $100 on a child. 

“You can buy an outfit or some toys. We will tell the sponsor 

what a child wants. I speak with the parents on the phone 

and get to know them and the needs of their children,” explains 

Franco. 

The deadline to participate in the program is December 22. 

People can drop off gifts or donations for Adopt-A-Family 

at the church office at 8650 West Sample Road. The phone 

number is (954) 752-0333. 

“We want to make sure that the children feel loved. We want 

to make sure they know someone cares about them. Too 

many kids don’t get presents during Christmas. I have seen 

some parents and children cry because they are so excited 

that they have gifts under a Christmas tree,” says Franco. 

St. Andrew Catholic Church of Coral Springs also 

has a toy drive for lower income children. The collection 

period goes until December 19 when the church has its 

pickup day. During early December, families can register 

their children to receive age appropriate gifts. “We provide 

a food basket and we provide a gift certificate for food. We 

don’t want any child to not have toys on Christmas morning,” 

said Dolly Conlin, a volunteer who runs the toy drive. 

Those who want to make a contribution to the toy drive can 

contact the church at (954) 752-3950. 

The Salvation Army has an Angel Tree program. From 

December 1 through December 14, there will be a Christmas 

tree at the Coral Square Mall with paper angels on it bearing 

gift requests from needy children. People pick an angel and 

then buy the gift requested on the paper. The gift is brought 

to a Salvation Army pickup point in the Coral Square Mall. The 

Salvation Army runs a similar program for companies, schools, 

and faith groups, known as Corporate Angels. People select 

a paper angel at their place of work, school, or faith group 

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DECEMBER 2015

and purchase the requested gift. The gifts will be picked up 

at the organization’s location by the Salvation Army. Families 

that have been identified as lower income receive the gifts, 

according to Sally Gress, director of development for the 

Salvation Army. 

“We want to make sure that every child receives gifts for 

Christmas and many parents cannot afford Christmas gifts for 

their children,” said Gress. 

On December 18, the gifts will be distributed at 1445 West 

Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale by the Salvation Army to 

the parents. The parents can tell their children they provided 

the gifts or that Santa Claus brought them. 

The Blessings Community Outreach program will be offering 

a Health Fair and Toy Give-Away at West Ken Lark 

Park in Lauderhill on December 19 from 11am to 4pm. There 

will be food, a bounce house, and toys for children. Clarence 

Gallagher III, the CEO of the Outreach program, has been 

running this event for five years. Last year about 700 children 

came to the event. “I want to help the community,” said Gallagher. 

The Coral Springs Police Department will be conducting 

a toy drive. People can drop off toys in the lobby of the 

Police Department, located at 2801 Coral Springs Drive, Coral 

Springs, from November 31 to December 17. The lobby is 

open 24 hours a day. 

The U.S. Marine Corps offers 

the Toys for Tots program. 

There are many drop off 

locations throughout Broward 

County and you can go online 

at toysfortots.org to find one or 

to support the effort. Toys are 

collected through December 

12. They are given to various 

non-profit organizations for 

distribution. It is run by Marine reservists as a way to give back 

to the community, according to Staff Sergeant Winder Willis. 

The Kids of Love Foundation is providing gift cards ranging 

in value from $10 to $50 to the families of children who are 

hospitalized with severe medical conditions. People can go the 

Kids of Love website to make a donation. 

The Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Broward County program 

partners with community organizations that collect toys. 

Members of those organizations can drop off toys at 4101 

Ravenswood Road, Fort Lauderdale, Suite 123. The collection 

will end on December 14. 

The Kiwanis Clubs in Broward County are adopting 

families during the Christmas holidays. The Clubs will help 

needy families with food, clothing, and gifts for children during 

the holiday period, according to Ray Slapikas, a member 

of Kiwanis. 

The Spirit of Giving Network runs a Holiday Gift Drive 

and provides toys to about 4,000 children. It partners with 

community organizations. Members of the groups are given 

tags with a gift request and asked to shop for the gift. The 

Spirit of Giving will go the organization’s location and pick up 

the gifts or people can drop them off at the Junior League 

of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13 th Street, Boca Raton. The Spirt 

of Giving has an office there. The collection period runs until 

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HOLIDAY 

KWANZAA 

By David Volz 

Celebrating Family, Community, and Culture 

Kwanzaa is a celebration of the 

harvest and African-American 

culture. The holiday grew out of 

the social struggles that were taking 

place in the United States during 

the 1960s and focuses on the seven 

principles of African Heritage known 

as Nguzo Saba. 

The holiday will be celebrated on 

December 26 at the African American 

Research Library and Cultural Center, 

at 2650 NW 6 th Street in Fort Lauderdale, 

from 10am to 6pm, and Bass 

Park at 2750 NW 19 th Street in Fort 

Lauderdale on December 31. Kwanzaa 

officially begins on December 26 and 

runs through January 1. 

Kwanzaa is an important holiday for 

Nzingah Oniwosan, coordinator of the 

Kwanzaa event at the African-American 

Research Library and Cultural Center 

in Fort Lauderdale. “It is time for me to 

honor what my ancestors have been 

through and done and accomplished. 

It is a time for me to think about how 

I can have a positive effect on the 

world,” she said. “Kwanzaa is also an 

important opportunity for people not of 

African descent to learn about the history 

of Africans outside of slavery. I want us 

to move beyond looking at ourselves as 

former slaves.” 

Oniwosan has found that many people 

don’t know much about Kwanzaa. She 

conducts workshops on the holiday and 

its significance. The celebration at the 

library will include traditional Kwanzaa activities 

including the making of gifts such 

as jewelry and other handmade gifts. Also 

participants will participate in workshops 

on health and wellness, entrepreneurship, 

and the making of computer websites. 

The idea is to promote self-sufficiency. 

There will be performances that explore 

the seven principles of Kwanzaa. 

It is the time to honor 

the struggles and 

accomplishments of 

ancestors. Promoting 

self-sufficiency is 

the goal of one local 

celebration. 

“It is a home event and I have participated 

in many home events,” said Oniwosan. 

“We light candles and play a game that 

ties to Kwanzaa and ask questions about 

it. We have conversations and we may 

have a dance. It is a time to connect with 

family and friends. We may go to the 

beach to bring in the new year. We also 

discuss goals for the coming year.” 

Maulana Karenga is considered the 

founder of Kwanzaa in 1965 as an 

African-American holiday. He is a professor 

and chair of African Studies at 

California State University Long Beach. 

The name comes from the Swahili phrase 

matunda ya kwanza which means “first 

fruits of the harvest.” The seven principles 

consist of Kawaida, a Swahili word for 

tradition, and each of the seven days 

of Kwanzaa is dedicated to a principle. 

These include Umoja or Unity. This means 

people should strive for unity in the family 

and community. Kujichagulia means selfdetermination. 

People are to define themselves, 

create themselves, and speak for 

themselves. Ujima means collective and 

work responsibility. People are to build 

and maintain the community together 

and work together to solve problems. 

Ujamaa means cooperative economics. 

People are to 

build their own 

businesses and 

profit from them 

together. Nia 

means purpose. 

People are to 

work collectively 

to build their communities. 

Kuumba 

means creativity. 

People are 

to work to make 

the community 

more beautiful 

than it was in the 

past. Imani means faith. People are to 

believe with all their hearts in their parents, 

teachers, and leaders, according to the 

Kwanzaa website. 

Some of the Kwanzaa symbols include 

a decorative mats which represents 

tradition and a foundation. Crops 

represent African harvest celebrations 

and collective labor. There is a candle 

holder with seven candles representing 

the seven principles of Kwanzaa. The 

unity cup symbolizes the practice of 

unity which makes everything else possible. 

The gifts represent the labor and 

love of parents and the commitments 

made by the children, according to the 

Kwanzaa website. P 

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HOME 

By Perla Lichi, ASID 

Peacocks are large 

pheasants known for 

their iridescent tails, 

typically blue and green. 

When these tail feathers 

spread out, the colorful 

“eye” markings exhibit 

multiple shades of blue, 

gold, red, and other 

hues. The male peacock 

choice—either as the main 

selection or as an accent 

color. It works well with 

many other colors. Given 

its long history of use in 

jewelry, turquoise also 

coordinates well when 

combined with metallic 

finishes. The color can 

effectively be enjoyed as a 

Proud as a Peacock 

Creating Beautiful Interiors in Greens and Blues 

inserting peacock colors. 

Mosaic tile designs 

embody the beauty of a 

Mediterranean interior. 

Selecting a wall or floor 

tile or decorative border 

with the jewel or peacock 

tones that you like is 

another sound method 

for combining colors with 

BATH SURROUND 

This bright bath surround adds a cheerful 

accent against the gold background 

in this master bath. 

expanding its tail has 

long symbolized vanity 

and pride, hence the 

familiar saying “proud as 

a peacock.” 

And that’s just how you 

will feel if you successfully 

incorporate today’s popular 

peacock colors into 

your home décor. This is 

possible whether you have 

a formal ambience or a 

casual contemporary look 

in your home. Here are a 

few tips that should help. 

Turquoise has been prized 

and cherished in many 

different areas of the 

world for thousands of 

years. It was mined and 

used by the Egyptians—in 

fact the iconic gold burial 

mask of Tutankhamun 

was inlaid with this 

attractive blue-to-green 

stone. The Aztecs inlaid 

turquoise together with 

gold, quartz, malachite, 

jet, jade, coral, and shells 

to create provocative 

mosaic objects. 

The color turquoise (often 

called teal or, in softer 

tones, aquamarine) is a 

pleasing and effective 

interior design color 

rich, vibrant jewel tone or 

softened to a pale pastel 

with many shades in 

between. 

When designing interiors 

with any of the jewel tones 

of green, blue, or red, it is 

essential to go all the way. 

By this, I mean, that the 

richness of 100 percent 

ruby red or emerald 

green or turquoise will 

make other colors pale 

in comparison. Rooms 

designed around bold 

jewel tones need other 

jewel tones to accompany 

them, plus lots of gold or 

silver for balance. 

An accent wall is an 

ideal way to introduce 

rich color without going 

overboard. Another 

technique that I often use 

is to introduce a mix of 

rich colors in area rugs 

and then select a few 

accessories in the same 

tones. If you like the 

effect, you can eventually 

go bolder with a bright 

feature wall in one of the 

accent colors. 

Homes designed in the 

Mediterranean style are 

also a typical choice for 

confidence and selecting 

just the right hues for 

your personal living 

environment. 

Creating a white 

background with white 

furniture offers a perfect 

opportunity to safely 

experiment with bright 

color accents. The good 

news about this concept is 

that you can change your 

accent colors every season 

without breaking the 

budget. If white is too stark 

for your taste, the same 

thing can be accomplished 

with a light neutral 

background in almost any 

tone you select. 

The examples shown are 

representative of the use 

of these bright, cheerful 

colors and how well they 

work within the overall 

interior environment. P 

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The Meaning of Chanukah 

Rooted in History 

This year Chanukah begins at sunset 

on Sunday, December 6, and ends on Monday, 

December 14. According to Chabad, “chanu” means 

“they rested” and “kah” has the numerical value of 

25, which signifies that, on the 25 th day of the Hebrew 

month of Kislev, the Maccabees rested from battle and 

entered the Holy Temple in Jerusalem to rededicate it. 

The full story of Chanukah is documented and preserved 

in the books of the First and Second Maccabees. 

You will often hear 

people refer to this holiday 

as the Festival of 

Lights. “It is celebrating 

the victory of the Jews 

living during the time 

of the temple period 

against the Syrians who 

are brought in, so there 

is a military component 

to it,” says Rabbi David 

Baum of Congregation 

Shaarei Kodesh in 

Boca Raton. “There are 

teachings that Chanukah can be a time to rededicate 

our own Jewish lives in service of G-d.” 

The miracle of the holiday is that when one vial of oil 

was found in the temple that was thought to only have 

enough oil to burn for one day, it lasted eight days. 

“Another aspect that is interesting is the idea of light 

and darkness,” says Baum. 

Since the holiday falls in winter, the darkest time of 

year, it is ironic that it is still referred to as the Festival 

of Lights. “There is a 

component of giving 

people hope during 

dark times and the 

lesson that everyone 

has a spark within them 

that G-d created,” says 

Baum. 

One way families celebrate 

is by lighting the 

menorah, which consists 

of eight branches 

and one branch that is 

taller than the rest. The 

This Festival 

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By Jamie Lober 

extra light is called the 

shamash and is used 

to light the others. 

Chabad-Lubavitch is 

well-known for doing 

public candle lighting 

ceremonies. Even 

the White House has 

an annual candlelighting 

ceremony 

and a menorah on 

public display. The 

menorah, along with 

the Star of David, are 

two traditional signs of 

Judaism. 

Private and public celebrations take place. “People 

come together as a family, eat fried food like latkes, 

which are 

fried potato 

pancakes, 

sing songs, 

and give gifts 

to the kids,” 

says Baum. 

In addition to 

presents, kids 

look forward 

to getting gelt, 

Yiddish for 

money, which are delicious chocolate coins. On the 

synagogue level, many rabbis are hosting bonfires and 

sing-a-longs in parks. 

Chanukah is a time of reflection. “It should be about 

being grateful for family and being proud of being Jewish,” 

says Baum. Families may play the dreidel game 

which involves a four-sided spinning top. The Hebrew 

letters on the dreidel abbreviate the words Nes Gadol 

Haya Sham, which means “a great miracle happened 

there,” referencing the miracle of the oil. 

Other rituals include eating jelly donuts and engaging 

in blessings. Some families encourage giving tzedakah, 

or charity, at this time. While there are definitely 

prayer components involved, this is a holiday during 

which people should become introspective. “It is about 

family, pride, pride of being Jewish, finding your inner 

light, hope in time of despair, and hope for the future,” 

says Baum. P 

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ADVERTORIAL 

A Case of 

Hair Loss 

BY KENNETH N. WOLINER, M.D., A.B.F.M., A.B.O.I.M. 

“People just don’t understand.”Marisa definitely had hair, 

but that didn’t stop her from being devastated. “I’m afraid to wash my hair. I’m 

shedding worse than a German Shepherd in spring [1].” 

I’ve learned how important it is to listen to all of what my patients have to 

say; and this is especially true when doing consultations about hair loss. After 

a good five minutes of venting, I was able to start asking some questions. 

“Anything else?” 

“Besides my pony tail not being as thick as it used to be? I’m so worried I 

won’t have any hair left that my stomach is tied up in knots. I wear St. Agnes of 

Rome around my neck hoping my prayers will be heard soon [2]. Until then, I 

have to take Pepcid with my coffee.” 

“Other than prayer, have you tried anything else?” 

“I’ve seen every type of doctor you can imagine. My primary scolded me for 

doing the hCG diet and made me start eating again [3]. My GYN said I’m not yet 

in menopause so she referred me to an Endo. My thyroid tests were ‘in range’ 

so he sent me to the dermatologist. I’m not a candidate for steroid injections so 

I then went to the hair transplant surgeon for a consult. I left him with Viviscal 

vitamins and shampoo, prescriptions for spironolactone, Propecia, and Rogaine, 

but still, no hair.” 

“Hmmm …” As Marisa was speaking, I was simultaneously reviewing her 

old records. “I don’t see where they ever checked you for estrogen dominance, 

thyroid antibodies, insulin resistance, or adrenal fatigue [4].” 

“ 

“Dr. Woliner, that’s why I’m here. You’re known all over the Internet as 

someone who looks at everything.” 

“My practice is named ‘Holistic Family Medicine’ because I take a holistic 

approach. After our 80-minute consultation today, I’ll check for things that 

weren’t looked at yet to find the cause(s) of your hair loss. Then, we’ll put 

together a comprehensive plan of behavior changes, diet, exercise, vitamins, 

OTC meds, and even prescriptions, as necessary.” 

Marisa came back ten days later to go over her labs. “I have bad news and 

good news. It’s not just one thing; you have twelve different findings that are 

abnormal. I break them down into ‘things you’re missing that you need to get’, 

‘things you got that you need to get rid of’, and ‘hormone balancing’ [5].” 

“What’s the good news?” 

“They’re all treatable! Instead of using the same cookie-cutter approach to 

everybody, I can tailor my therapies directly to the specific problems you have.” 

“Like what?” 

“For starters, you might not be anemic, but you’re really low in iron [6].” 

“I can’t take iron pills. I’m nauseated already.” 

“That’s okay; we can give iron to you by injection here in the office. Quite a 

few of my patients periodically tank up their body’s iron stores that way.” 

“What else did you find? 

“When I see a slightly low WBC (white cell) count; that’s a sign of excessive 

stress [7]. Your coffee isn’t the culprit, but it’s your half-fast way of selfmedicating 

this problem. Herbs and other supplements that support your 

adrenals are a better answer.” 

“And you said something about hormones?” 

“Thyroid hormones (not just T4 but also T3), are necessary to keep your hair 

in anagen, or the ‘growing phase’, as well as to keep its coloring [8]. Without 

thyroid your hair loses its luster and becomes dull, dry, and grey. Your TSH 

might be normal, but you tested positive for Reverse T3 and Hashimoto’s 

Thyroiditis, both of which cause thyroid hormone resistance [9].” 

Over the next 40 minutes, I went over the rest of Marisa’s labs and the 

game plan to regrow her hair and rejuvenate her body. “You’ll first notice less 

shedding, but since hair grows only at a rate of one-half inch per month, it 

might take a year and a half to regain the length you used to have [10].” 

Six months later, Marisa gave me an update. “Dr. Woliner, my hairdresser 

thinks St. Agnes answered my prayers, but between you and me, I think you had 

something to do with it too.” 

Without thyroid your hair loses 

its luster and becomes dull, 

dry, and grey. 

“ 

References: 

[1] Reid EE, et al. Clinical severity does not reliably predict quality of life in 

women with alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, or androgenic alopecia. 

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2011 May 24. 

[2] Trüeb RM. St. Agnes of Rome: patron saint for women with hair loss? Dermatology. 

2009; 219(2):97-8. 

[3] Trozak DJ. Letter: Hair loss after therapy with chorionic gonadotropin. 

Arch Dermatol. 1976 Jul; 112(7):1035. 

[4] Mirmirani P. Hormonal changes in menopause: do they contribute to a 

‘midlife hair crisis’ in women? Br J Dermatol. 2011 Dec; 165 Suppl 3:7-11. 

[5] Baker SM. What is Biomedical? Presentation to the National Autism Association. 

April 7, 2011. 

[6] Deloche C, et al. Low iron stores: a risk factor for excessive hair loss in 

non-menopausal women. Eur J Dermatol. 2007 Nov-Dec; 17(6):507-12. 

Epub 2007 Oct 19. 

[7] Dhabhar FS, et al. Diurnal and acute stress-induced changes in distribution 

of peripheral blood leukocyte subpopulations. Brain Behav Immun. 

1994 Mar; 8(1):66-79. 

[8] Van Beek N, et al. Thyroid hormones directly alter human hair follicle 

functions: anagen prolongation and stimulation of both hair matrix keratinocyte 

proliferation and hair pigmentation. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 

2008 Nov; 93(11):4381-8. 

[9] Guran T, et al. Alopecia: association with resistance to thyroid hormones. 

J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab. 2009 Nov; 22(11):1075-81. 

[10] Sinclair R, et al. Hair loss in women: medical and cosmetic 

approaches to increase scalp hair fullness. Br J Dermatol. 

2011 Dec; 165: Suppl 3:12-8. 

Dr. Kenneth Woliner is a board-certified family physician in 

private practice in Boca Raton. He can be reached at 9325 

Glades Road, #104, Boca Raton, FL, 33434 • 561-314-0950 

knw6@cornell.edu; www.holisticfamilymed.com

HOLIDAY 

by Cynthia MacGregor 

Merry Chrismukkah 

How Interfaith Couples Celebrate the Holidays 

Over the last couple of 

years, there has been a lot 

of debate over whether it’s 

more politically correct 

to say “happy holidays” 

when you don’t know 

what religion (if any) a 

person follows, rather 

than to say something 

more specific like “merry 

Christmas.” While some 

folks applaud those who 

recognize that the person 

they’re greeting may be 

Jewish, or Muslim, or 

even some other faith – 

or none at all – others 

take offense at what they 

perceive as a slap in the 

face of Christianity. 

And what do you say to 

a person who celebrates 

both of the major winter 

holidays: Christmas 

and Chanukah? Many 

interfaith couples do, 

and South Florida has 

no shortage of interfaith 

couples. The Parklander 

talked to members of 

several such couples and 

asked them about the 

interfaith aspect of their 

marriages in general and, 

in particular, about how 

they celebrate the winter 

holidays. 

Seth and Kathryn Turnoff, of Boca 

Raton, who will celebrate their first 

wedding anniversary on January 31st, 

are still childless but planning to have 

children. Kathryn was raised Roman 

Catholic and went to Catholic school 

but now is more spiritual than religious. 

Seth, raised Jewish, also considers himself 

more spiritual than religious. Judaism 

does not play a large part in his life, 

but he does feel a strong identification 

as Jewish. 

The couple does not attend services at 

any church, but they do attend services 

together for the Jewish High Holy Days. 

Their wedding officiant was a friend of 

the family who is state-recognized but 

not in any religion. The wedding was not 

held in a house of worship, but there 

were elements of Judaism incorporated 

in the ceremony. 

This time of the year, their home is 

graced with both a menorah and a 

Christmas tree — a live one. They light 

the menorah every night, and usually on 

the first night of the holiday, they have a 

get-together with family and friends, a 

celebration they term a “latke-palooza.” 

On Christmas Eve, the couple holds 

a casual open house for family and 

friends, where fondue is the main offering. 

On Christmas Day they host a more 

formal sit-down dinner with prime rib, for 

which they get out the nice china. “Our 

[holiday] traditions,” they explained, “are 

mainly focused on family, friends, and 

food…with a little bit of religion sprinkled 

in there somewhere.” 

When, eventually, Seth and Kathryn 

have children, they will raise them in 

both religions, teaching them some of 

the tenets of Judaism and some of the 

very positive aspects of Christianity. 

Kathryn identifies with traditions that she 

knows from her family are relevant to the 

religion of her childhood. 

The children might attend Sunday 

school — perhaps even religious 

schools of both faiths. Seth would like 

their children to be bar mitzvah/bat 

mitzvah, and he would like them to attend 

Hebrew school, but he and Kathryn 

agree they would like the kids to be 

exposed to both religions. 

Fortunately, the interfaith aspect of their 

marriage has never presented any problems 

or hurdles for the couple, nor have 

their families created any problems. “Absolutely 

not!,” Seth says emphatically. 

“Our families have been very focused on 

our love and happiness, not our religious 

backgrounds.” 

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“Our families have been very focused on our love 

and happiness, not our religious backgrounds.” 

Shayda Samani and Josh Bloom, 

an engaged couple, have been together 

for two years and will be married this 

December 31st. Josh’s home base is 

Boca Raton, while Shayda hails from 

Titusville, although the couple is currently 

living in Gainesville, where Josh is 

attending medical school while Shayda 

goes through veterinary school. 

Josh is Jewish, and he and Shayda attend 

High Holy Days services together 

in temple. Shayda isn’t a regular churchgoer, 

but when she goes to church for 

such occasions as the baptisms of her 

friends’ babies, Josh happily goes with 

her. So far they have no children “unless 

you count our three pups,” Shayda puts 

in playfully, but they do plan on having 

children, and she says, “We plan to raise 

them Jewish with elements of Christianity, 

including celebrating Christmas 

and Easter. We want them to be aware 

of all types of religion and to be raised 

open-minded.” 

Asked if the interfaith aspect of their relationship 

has at any time been a hurdle 

for the two of them, Shayda answers, 

“As we have been planning the wedding 

[they are to be married by a cantor] and 

incorporating aspects of both our backgrounds 

and religions, we have come 

across some differences.” But they 

handle it by talking to each other and 

their families, and “We do our best to 

understand what is ‘normal’ from one of 

our perspectives may be totally different 

from what the other is thinking.” 

When asked if the couple has gotten 

any static from the parents or extended 

family on either side, Shayda 

quickly offers, “No! They are wonderful, 

loving people who have always 

treated me well.” 

She is equally enthusiastic when asked 

about celebrating the winter holidays: “I 

love holidays and love being able to incorporate 

both of the holidays we grew 

up with! We celebrate both Christmas 

and Chanukah and always will. The 

wreath on the door is half blue and silver 

and half red and green. We have a Chanukah 

bush that is blue with a Star of 

David tree topper as well as our normal 

Christmas tree. We even have a Merry 

Chrismukah banner. 

“We have multiple menorahs and light 

candles every night of Chanukah. I make 

brisket and latkes for the first night of 

Chanukah, and we do Christmas dinner 

traditionally with my parents. We are very 

blessed to have double the chance to 

celebrate with loved ones.” 

Brett Fitzgerald, of Lake Worth, was 

previously in an interfaith marriage, and 

although that marriage ended in divorce, 

the inter-religious aspect of it was in no 

way to blame. “We just grew apart,” he 

explains. Brett had been an altar boy 

in his childhood as a Roman Catholic, 

while his ex-wife practiced her Jewish 

faith, but they never were at loggerheads 

about their separate religions or the way 

they would raise their children. 

While Brett did not wish to share his 

children’s names, their ages are 11 (a 

boy) and 14 (a girl). He and his then-wife 

totally agreed to let them explore and 

experience both faiths as well as any 

other that interested them. The family, 

while it was intact, celebrated both 

Christmas and Chanukah with their 

respective families, and observed all the 

Jewish holidays, as well as Good Friday 

and Easter Sunday, making sure the 

kids were exposed to the celebrations 

of the faiths of both parents. Prior to the 

divorce, the parents had talked about a 

bar mitzvah for their son. The kids loved 

having double the holidays to celebrate. 

Brett and his then-wife agreed they 

would not push the kids into one faith 

or the other, but would go along with it 

if the kids wanted to identify with one 

particular religion. 

Since the divorce, Brett’s ex has felt the 

need to become more involved in the 

Jewish faith and has encouraged the 

kids to become more involved as well. 

Now the daughter is taking Hebrew lessons, 

and the kids’ mother sent them to 

a JCC [Jewish] camp over the summer. 

Although this by itself would not have 

bothered Brett, he would have liked their 

religious exposure to have been kept 

equal, but feels that at this point it is not. 

The kids themselves say that they feel 

uncomfortable and pressured and tell 

Brett that family members on their mother’s 

side have bribed them with money 

to be more involved in Judaism, leaving 

them feeling pressured to choose. Brett 

and his then-wife had said they wouldn’t 

engage in such behaviors or allow them 

to take place, and during the marriage all 

had been well in that regard. 

Interfaith marriage? It seems it can work 

– and frequently does – at least here in 

South Florida. P 

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HOLIDAY 

By Candice Russell 

Christmas Decorating 

It’s the season for lights and baubles, wreaths and garlands. 

If you are crazy for Christmas, you probably have 

boxes and boxes of heirloom tree ornaments, precious 

decorations crafted by your children or grandchildren, and 

enough pretty things to practically open a store with your 

treasures. 

So where to start this year? Maybe you want to break free 

from the holiday look you achieve year after year. Maybe you 

want to go minimal rather than all out. Or you want to capitalize 

on this year’s trends. Follow these simple fixes to spiff 

up your home this season: 

Use one color throughout your rooms, 

from your tree to your holiday table. 

Try silver for a winter wonderland theme. Get a faux tree with 

snow-flocked branches, then dress it sparingly with oldfashioned 

silver tinsel, white lights, and silver mercury glass 

decorations of graduated sizes. Silver candles on the table 

and a silver garland on a table in the foyer look majestic. 

Or try gold for a regal look. If you don’t have gold plates, get 

a set of chargers and gold linens to unify the look. 

Some people may opt for a mixture of silver and gold together 

for a dramatic effect. The idea is to banish mismatched 

decorations in every color of the rainbow for a theme that is 

unified and elegant. 

Try traditional, but the uncomplicated way, 

with just two colors – red and green. 

Use a real balsam wreath with a red bow at the front door 

and buy a Douglas fir Christmas tree and only decorate it 

with red baubles. 

Real or fake garlands illuminated with plug-in or battery-operated 

lights can doll up a mantel, bookshelf, kitchen countertop, 

or holiday table. Of course, garlands from branches from 

a tree that grew on farms a few weeks ago emit a heavenly 

pine scent that screams old-fashioned Christmas. Add red 

aluminum standing and sitting miniature deer by your front 

door or next to your tree to complete the look (www.grandinroad.com). 

Opt for trendy. 

The woodland theme in home décor expanded this year over 

last year, when owls were ubiquitous. Owls are back, along 

with foxes and raccoons in different materials from feathers 

and fur to raffia and other natural materials. Go woodland 

with natural branches arranged in a tall glass vase or laying 

on a sideboard and strung with lights. 

Arctic animals are also hot for Christmas of 2015. Small 

versions of polar bears and penguins appear in catalogs and 

stores. They can be dressed up with colorful scarves and 

hats or left as they are. 

A third trend this year, perfect for the urban sophisticate, is 

black and white harlequin style tablecloths and runners with 

pops of color, like red decorations in a glass snifter. Use 

white candlesticks with chunky red candles. 

Can’t give up on color? 

Use the colors of carnival for Christmas. Take inspiration 

from a Pier I wreath made of bells in red, amber, lime green, 

a grapey purple, and teal blue. Oddly enough, it’s a pretty 

combination that proves an artful arrangement of disparate 

elements can produce outstanding results. Take your cues 

from one or more colors to complete the scheme with table 

linens and tree decorations. 

For more ideas, see Pinterest online or watch holiday decorating 

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HOLIDAY 

1 

10 

By Kristina Miranda 

TIPS 

to Bring More Joy and 

Less Stress During the 

It’s called the 

most wonderful 

time of the year. 

But, for many 

people, the 

holiday season 

brings added 

stress. Take some 

time to analyze 

what aspects of 

the season bring 

you joy, and what 

causes tension. 

Then make a 

plan to do things 

differently. Here 

are ten ideas to 

get you started. 

More isn’t always merrier when it comes 

to decorating. This year, when you 

unpack your holiday decor, be selective. If 

an item doesn’t bring you instant joy, set 

it aside. Display only your most cherished 

items and your home will reflect your true 

style, and feel more peaceful. 

Just because you spent 

good money on that 

Hawaiian shirt-clad 

Santa doesn’t mean 

you need to keep it. 

Gather all the items 

that are in good condition, 

but you no longer 

love, and drop them off 

at your favorite charity 

thrift store. 

2Make friends 

with your slow 

cooker. After a 

long day of work 

or shopping, followed 

by car pool 

and soccer practice, 

you’ll be relieved 

to walk in the door to a hot meal that is 

ready when you are. You’ll eat healthier and 

avoid drive-through dinners during a season 

already filled with high-calorie temptations. 

3If your list of gift recipients is extensive, 

consider drawing names with extended 

family members. Buy presents when you 

see them, and don’t pass up a perfectly 

good gift in hopes of finding something 

better later. Take advantage of stress-free, 

online shopping, and order early. 

4Wrap gifts as you go, 

and don’t do a marathon 

at the last minute. 

Keep wrapping supplies 

ready in a single 

container. Whenever 

you have a few moments 

alone, make yourself a cup 

of tea or hot chocolate, turn on some 

music, and wrap your latest purchases. 

5Plan special holiday meals in advance 

using recipes you can make ahead of 

time. How about quiche for breakfast on 

Christmas morning? Make it a day or two 

in advance and you’ll be able to sip coffee 

in front of the tree instead of slaving away 

in the kitchen. 

6Make your holiday card from an existing 

family photo taken anytime during 

the past year. Upload it directly to one of 

the multitude of easy-to-use card-making 

websites. And don’t bother waiting in line at 

the post office for holiday stamps. Purchase 

them right at the checkout where you buy 

groceries. 

7Keep up your exercise schedule. If you 

don’t have one, start one now. It may 

seem counter-intuitive to 

add to your calendar 

during the busy 

holiday season, but 

exercise has been 

proven time and time 

again to lower stress 

and improve mood. 

8Adopt a new tradition and give up an 

old one. Doing the same thing year 

after year can make the holidays seem like 

Groundhog Day. Try something new. And 

if you don’t enjoy your neighbor’s annual 

cookie exchange, kindly send your regrets. 

Life is too short to participate in unnecessary 

activities that sap your energy. 

9Get the whole family involved in holiday 

tasks, but lower your expectations. If 

decorating the tree is a chore no one wants 

to participate in, re-think your strategy. 

Agree on an evening or afternoon, order 

in food, and play some holiday music. 

Don’t dictate how things are done, or seek 

perfection. If the ornaments need some 

rearranging afterwards, do it yourself later, 

after everyone has moved on to other 

activities. 

Be mindful, live in the moment, and 

10consider exploring the spiritual side 

of the holidays. If you’re inclined to do so, 

attend a holiday service 

at your church or 

temple. Find 

creative ways to 

bless those less 

fortunate. Take 

your children 

grocery shopping 

and have 

them locate all the 

“buy-one-get-one-free” 

specials, bag the duplicate items separately, 

and drop them off together at a food shelter. 

Happy holidays! P 

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HOLIDAY 

By Candice Russell 

It’s natural to make New Year’s resolutions. 

The end of the year is a time for 

self-reflection and goal-setting for the 

next twelve months. 

fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds in your 

diet. Cut out white sugar (cookies, cakes, 

and pies) and processed food snacks. Eat 

lightly rather than gorging yourself. 

Getting Real 

With New Year’s Resolutions 

Break the cycle 

of failure that 

accompanies 

most resolutions. 

Develop an 

action plan that 

will make you 

successful in 

reaching your 

goals. 

But the resolutions we make in earnest in 

December are usually hobbled by failure 

or forgotten by February. Why are they so 

hard to keep? 

The problem is that most resolutions are 

either vague or general, such as “lose 

weight” or “save money” or “be nicer.” 

Who doesn’t want to be thinner, richer, and 

kinder? But without an action plan, resolutions 

remain wishes, year after year. Or 

maybe you were never serious about the 

topic in the first place. 

Trying to lose weight realistically? Many 

people get overwhelmed by completely 

overturning their usual habits of food 

and drink consumption. In a few days or 

weeks, they are either starving or feeling 

deprived, which leads to over-indulgence 

and an easy excuse to forget about losing 

weight until next year. 

Start with a vigorous and regular exercise 

plan with a personal trainer to make you 

accountable, a gym membership, or, if 

you’re 

self-motivated, a 

walking program which 

takes no more than the right shoes, 

sunscreen, and commitment. Adhere 

to a routine for two weeks and you will 

notice a reduction in weight. You will feel 

better and have a stronger motivation to 

change what you eat. Incorporate more 

Another way to stay on track in losing 

weight is to abandon bad habits and add 

good ones. If you normally get a mocha 

frappucino and donut every Wednesday 

at Starbuck’s, make a subsitution for your 

indulgence with twelve walnuts and green 

iced tea. Supplant ice cream with sherbert, 

frozen yogurt, or a fruit smoothie. 

If saving money is your resolution, be 

practical without getting a second job. A 

money reporter on National Public Radio 

recounted an experiment he tried with 

good results. He and his fiancée wanted 

to save for their wedding. They paid cash 

for everything in one year and when they 

received a five-dollar bill in change, they 

banked it at home in an empty coffee tin. 

It was an easy habit to follow. After a year, 

the couple found that they had easily accumulated 

more than $5,000. 

Of course, you can do the same thing with 

bills of lesser or greater denominations. 

See how much you can accumulate rather 

painlessly in a short period of time. 

If you have a specific goal in mind, it is a 

further spur to save money. Keep motivated 

by thinking of the reward at the end 

of your saving – a new car, a trip to Asia, 

a birthday party at a favorite restaurant, or 

funding your child’s first year of college. 

The third popular New Year’s resolution is 

“be nicer.” Try a few simple things. If the 

person in front of you at the grocery store 

is short on funds, step up and pay the 

difference. 

Do you have an older person in your 

neighborhood or a relative who lives 

alone? Either telephone that person or 

knock on his/her door with a plate of 

cookies and pay a short visit. Caring gestures 

like this mean a lot. 

Be nicer by smiling more. Pay genuine 

compliments to loved ones and co-workers. 

Plan to volunteer at an animal shelter or 

homeless shelter at least once a month. P 

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HOLIDAY 

by Cynthia MacGregor 

The Christmas Without A Tree 

Disappointment in Jewish Household 

Really, it’s a wonder we 

ever had a Christmas tree. 

Although I practice a different 

religion now, I was born 

and raised Jewish. My father, 

although he no longer attended 

temple, still wouldn’t eat pork 

and totally freaked when a friend 

of my grandmother’s gifted me 

with a book of New Testament 

stories. He took it away from me, 

convinced it would instantly lure 

me to Christianity. 

So it’s amazing that somehow 

he allowed the annual evergreen 

into the house. I guess he 

associated the tree with Santa 

rather than with Jesus. Whatever 

the reason, it was one Christian 

tradition he didn’t bar the front 

door against. Not like the caroling 

incident. 

I must have been around ten at 

the time. Despite the fact that 

I couldn’t carry a tune, I loved 

to sing. Somewhere I’d heard 

about the custom of caroling, 

and the concept really grabbed me. Going from house to 

house singing Christmas songs? What fun! 

No amount of begging on 

my part could change my 

parents’ mind, but I was 

crushed. It wouldn’t be 

Christmas without a tree! 

Of the forty apartments in our building, thirty-seven were occupied 

by Jewish families. This fact and my terrible singing voice 

notwithstanding, I was sure the neighbors would be thrilled to 

be serenaded with Christmas hymns. Yes, caroling was supposed 

to be a group effort, but lacking backup, I determined 

to go it alone. 

When I told my mother what I planned, she was slow to react. 

Maybe the sheer audacity of the statement defied belief. In any 

case, I somehow slipped out the apartment door unchecked. 

Purposefully striding through the hallway, I sang “Adeste 

Fidelis” at the top of my lungs as I headed toward the stairwell 

so the neighbors on the other floors could enjoy my Christmas 

concert, too. 

insisted I come home. I burst into 

tears, but she was adamant. I’m 

not sure if she was more upset by 

the concept of a Jewish girl singing 

Christmas carols in an almost 

totally Jewish building or by the 

idea that I would do something as 

unheard-of as going caroling solo. 

I know which aspect bothered my 

father most. 

But it was the year we went to 

Atlantic City over the winter school 

vacation that my parents decreed 

there would be no tree. “It would 

hardly be worth it,” my mother 

explained, “since we’ll be gone so 

much of the time.” We were scheduled 

to be gone only four days. 

No amount of begging on my part 

could change my parents’ mind, 

but I was crushed. It wouldn’t be 

Christmas without a tree! 

My mother had a small, clear 

plastic “hors d’oeuvres tree,” a 

vague tree shape, with sharp points 

on which one could impale olives, cheese squares, and other 

edibles. Desperate, I co-opted it and cut circles out of red and 

green construction paper, which I crudely stuck on the sharp 

plastic points. It didn’t smell like an evergreen, didn’t scrape 

the ceiling, and had no tinsel – but it was the only tree we were 

to have that year. I insisted on setting it up in the living room in 

the usual place of honor. 

I can only imagine how my mother explained that to 

visiting friends! 

Alas, we never had a Christmas tree again. We went to 

Atlantic City again the next three years, and then my father 

died and such luxuries as Christmas trees were simply not in 

the budget. I would be 18 and out on my own before I would 

have another Christmas tree, but that year I got the biggest 

one that would fit in my tiny studio apartment. 

I was halfway between the third and second floors when my 

mother caught up with me, commanded me to be silent, and 

No one was going to take my Christmas tree away from 

me again! P 

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MALE MATTERS 

By Elliot Goldenberg 

A Dilgard “merry” Christmas 

The most wonderful time of the year 

I 

grew up in Queens, New York, as a 

Jewish kid who got gifts for Hanukkah, 

and, every Christmas, would 

cross the street to exchange presents 

with one of my best friends, Bobby 

Dilgard, whose family was Lutheran. As 

Andy Williams used to sing, it was the 

“most wonderful time of the year.” 

My other good friend on the block was 

Marvin Waldman, also Jewish, who 

lived with his two older sisters, Rita 

and Shirley, his dog, Wagsy, and his 

parents, Leo and Dorothy. Leo, as a 

young boy, survived the pogroms in 

czarist Russia. 

My next-door neighbors were 

Rudy Weiss – a Holocaust survivor 

– and his wife, Mildred, 

who worked for a publishing 

company. During 

Christmas (or Hanukkah), 

Mildred would bring me 

a beautiful coffee table 

book, usually about 

mammals, birds, or 

reptiles. Most of the 

books were written 

by Ivan Sanderson, 

who was actually 

more famous for 

his controversial 

views on 

UFOs. 

Marvin, 

who 

was 

also 

As for me, 

I loved almost 

everything 

about my 

childhood, 

but nothing 

more than 

Christmas. 

friends with Bobby, enjoyed Christmas 

as much as I did. Marvin and I saw no 

distinction between being Christian or 

Jewish during the holidays and both 

of us used to make a pilgrimage to the 

Dilgards’ home every Christmas morning 

like two little Greeks bearing gifts. 

Indeed, the neighborhood I grew up in 

was a real melting pot – not of white and 

black, but of Christian and Jew – and, 

for the most part, everyone got along. 

True, there were the occasional fights 

with kids from the Catholic school a few 

blocks away, so it wasn’t quite like Mayberry. 

As for black kids, there were only 

two in my neighborhood back then – the 

Reed twins. If there were others, I never 

saw them. 

However, there were still the hoods, or 

“rocks,” as they were often called. They 

were mostly Italian, and some were 

tough, like the “Fonz,” while others 

only thought they were tough. Many of 

them wound up in jail, were victims of 

shootouts with the police, or became 

the police. 

My old address was 76-63 174 th Street, 

Flushing, New York, although my house 

wasn’t anywhere near Flushing. Actually, 

my family lived in Jamaica Estates 

North, with Fresh Meadows on one side, 

and, if you crossed Union Turnpike – 

which wasn’t really a turnpike – Jamaica 

Estates on the other. Just across the 

“turnpike” was the sprawling campus of 

St. John’s University – at least it looked 

sprawling to a little kid, just like my 

house looked a lot bigger to me than it 

really was. 

Truth be told, people in Jamaica 

Estates, by and large, did have bigger 

homes, and more money, but 

they weren’t snooty, at least I don’t 

remember them to be that way. What 

I do remember is that there seemed to 

be lots of doctors living in the Estates 

and a higher percentage of Jews than 

Christians. One Christian kid who grew 

up there was little Donnie Trump, today 

known as Donald. 

As for me, I loved almost everything 

about my childhood, but nothing more 

than Christmas. That’s why I cringe 

when, due mainly I think to political correctness, 

I hear advertisements in which 

instead of “Merry Christmas,” we see or 

hear “happy holidays.” Well, Christmas 

is part of the fabric of America and it belongs 

to all of us – even if we’re Jewish – 

and its message of goodwill toward men 

needs to be celebrated by all of us. 

My parents thought the same way. Not 

surprisingly, they used to drive me and 

my sister all around the neighborhood 

in the nights leading up to Christmas to 

look at the beautiful Christmas lights. 

Never once did I feel like an outsider 

because we didn’t have our own lights, 

or Christmas tree. 

After all, as Adam Sandler says in that 

song, we still have Hanukkah. P 

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THE 

FUTURE 

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How it’s 

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from 

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By Victoria Landis 

Yikes. 

The end of another year. 

Soon it will be 2016. 

They say time flies faster 

the older we get. Recently, in 

my day job as a decorative 

painter, I had a new client who 

is ninety-nine years old. She’s 

not only got all her marbles, 

but she’s still knocking some 

others out of the playing 

circle. She’s got game. Had a 

hip replacement at ninety-six 

and is planning to redo every 

room in her condo. Guess she’s 

expecting to be here awhile yet. 

I got me to thinking—which, 

granted, isn’t always my best 

move—what will I be like when 

I’m ninety-nine? I decided to 

interview the me of the future. 

It is now 2056. 

MN (Me Now): Tell me, Victoria, 

what’s the secret to your longevity? 

And may I say you don’t 

look a day over eighty-five? 

MA99 (Me at 99): Stretching, 

dark chocolate, and gin. Not 

necessarily in that order. 

MN: What is your deepest regret? 

MA99: None of your blessed 

business. 

MN: I beg to differ, considering, you 

know, you’re me. 

MA99: You can’t handle the truth. 

Next question. 

MN: What, in your opinion, is the greatest 

innovation in the forty-one years 

since 2015? 

MA99: Have you learned nothing 

from that critique group of yours? 

Saying ‘in your opinion’ is redundant. 

Of course it’s my opinion, what else 

would it be? 

MN: Wow. When did I get so cranky? 

MA99: According to your surviving 

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being cranky. 

MN: Let’s move on. Best innovation? 

MA99: It’s a toss-up between the 

non-polluting, self-powering, land 

and water levitation vehicles or the 

silent leaf blower. 

MN: OMG?! Leaf blowers are silent in 

the future? 

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That’s what we call ‘em now—LEVs. 

They run on either solar panels or 

water vapor in the air, whichever 

there is more of at the moment. 

MN: So, when my neighbor decides 

to do his yardwork at 8:00am on 

Sunday morning, the blower’s not going 

to wake me up anymore? That’s 

awesome. 

MA99: The LEVs have no tires. No 

more flats. And anybody can operate 

one safely, even if they’ve been 

drinking, or are on meds, or are 

high on pot. 

MN: What year are the silent blowers 

invented in? How long do I have 

to wait? 

DECEMBER 2015 

MA99: I really can’t believe you 

are me. LEVs have solved all road 

problems. No more accidents. No 

more road rage. No more DUIs. It’s 

miraculous. 

MN: Wait. Are you saying that smoking 

pot is legal everywhere now? Er, then? 

MA99: Sure. But nobody smokes 

it anymore. It’s in pill form, over the 

counter. Like aspirin was— 

MN: Was? 

MA99: Stop interrupting. I could 

croak any second. Overdoing alcohol 

or drugs isn’t cool anymore. Only 

losers and morons do it. 

MN: How’d that happen? 

MA99: The Swift Administration 

twenty years ago. She made it her 

top priority. 

MN: She? We finally have a woman 

president? 

MA99: They’ve all been women 

since. Taylor was the first. 

MN: Taylor Swift? Is POTUS? 

MA99: Was. Two terms. Both huge 

landslide victories, too. We were all 

Swifties then. 

MN: Who is the President in 2056? 

MA99: Look in the mirror. 

MN: (In genuine shock): I am? Seriously? 

But I’ve never even run for city 

council. 

MA99: No, of course you’re not, 

dummy. You’re ninety-nine. I was just 

having some fun with you. Dear God, 

how did I make it to this age? You’re 

so gullible. No wonder no one took 

me seriously. It’s Malia Obama. 

MN: (Feeling deflated): Oh. Well, sure. 

Please tell me that the magic cars—the 

LEVs—are at least powered by the flux 

capacitor from Back to the Future. 

MA99: No. 

MN: Rats. Flux capacitor is so much 

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living in the future? 

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GUY TALK 

I 

like to drink beer. 

Not every day, not 

necessarily even every 

week, but occasionally, 

and most often when I’m 

socializing with friends 

or out to dinner with 

the family. I drink beer 

because I appreciate the 

flavor of the beverage. I 

enjoy a glass of beer more 

like I would an appetizer 

than as a way to merely 

quench my thirst. Because 

of this attitude about it, I 

rarely order the light stuff, 

or anything that doesn’t 

have what I consider to 

be some real substance to 

it. I want to see some rich 

color and taste the hops. 

Because I’m drinking for the pleasure 

of the taste, I usually don’t go big on 

quantity. One or two and I’m good. 

I can’t help notice, however, that 

some guys, even in middle age, treat 

beer differently than any other beverage 

when it comes to the amount 

consumed. Nobody cares how many 

iced teas I’ve guzzled during dinner. 

I’ve never told a waitress that I don’t 

need a refill, only to then hear a 

buddy say, “Dude, you’re only having 

two lemonades? C’mon, man up!” 

But beer is special. It brings us 

back to younger days, to carefree 

nights hanging out near the keg, 

to that fundamentally competitive 

question about who can hold down 

the most. I’ve no problem admitting 

it will not be me. 

As central as beer may be at our 

get-togethers, it might also hold 

significance for a reason I never would have thought much 

about in my days around the keg. There is news out from 

time to time about the possible health benefits. I love when 

I see a story that says something I like to do anyway also 

happens to be good for me. So, I was happy to read about a 

Whether 

Or Not it 

has Health 

Benefits 

By Mark Bohm 

recent study, from the University of 

Gothenburg in Sweden, published in 

the Scandinavian Journal of Primary 

Health Care, that reportedly showed 

women who drank one or two beers 

a week to one or two per month had 

a thirty percent lower risk of a heart 

attack compared to those who drank 

several times per week or consumed 

no beer at all. The researchers noted 

that further studies were needed 

to confirm the findings, and that it 

was premature to recommend beer 

drinking, but it appears that there 

may be a cardiovascular benefit from 

moderate beer consumption. 

In another study, a particularly 

exciting investigation for those of us 

who have ever endured the agony 

of a kidney stone, as reported in the 

American Journal of Epidemiology, 

researchers in Finland found that 

beer consumption seems to reduce 

the risk of kidney stone occurrence. 

This has now become my personal 

favorite medical study of all time. 

Not that any of this is a license to 

overdo it. I’m no health expert, but 

from what I’ve seen, if there’s truly 

any benefit whatsoever, it comes 

from exercising moderation. Clearly, 

for pregnant women, or anyone with 

a history of trouble with alcohol, or 

anyone else with a reason for not 

drinking at all, none of this applies. 

In fact, research I’ve seen doesn’t 

suggest anyone should start drinking, 

and we know that too much 

or too often can be a downright 

health disaster with dangerous effects 

throughout the body. 

That said, December is a great time 

for beer drinkers. With the calendar 

filled by the end of the year with 

parties, vacations, bowl games, and 

holiday celebrations, there are ample 

occasions for me to partake in one or another of the tasty 

seasonal brews that always hit the market now. This year, I’ll 

raise a glass to the pleasure of enjoying a good cold one, and 

if indeed there’s some other benefit that comes along with it, 

even better. Cheers. P 

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MOM’S PERSPECTIVE 

By Cheryl Pangborn 

Skipping 

Christmas 

Weary over 

the Hoopla 

I 

somewhat regret that I cannot 

sincerely wish you “Merry Christmas” 

this year. You see, I am happy to 

announce that the Pangborn family is 

skipping Christmas. Yes, you heard it 

right. Call us the Kranks or Scrooge 

or whatever you please, but this family 

is opting out of the hoopla in favor of 

a cruise. Sure, my extended family 

thought this was ridiculous and my 

mother still can’t come to terms with the 

idea that she’s not getting a gift. 

Let me tell my story. 

“‘Twas the start of season, and all 

through my head, the panic was 

starting, of what was ahead!” Honestly, 

for the past few years the idea of 

tackling the Christmas routine – baking, 

decorating, shopping, etc., has left me 

like a deflated lawn blow up. I didn’t 

enjoy it because I really have no time. 

Arguing with the fam about a Christmas 

card picture. Putting up Christmas lights 

on the house and not being merry about 

it at all because it’s 100 degrees. At 

some point, all this all became a joyless 

chore for me. My husband and I joked 

last year after we exhausted ourselves 

and spent a fortune, that we should 

forget it all next year and go on a cruise. 

Well, I didn’t forget that and when 

I started to see annoying posts on 

Facebook announcing “Only 20 Fridays 

till Christmas,” it just rattled my jingle bells. 

So I approached the subject with the 

hubby: “Let’s do it. Skip Christmas and 

go on a cruise.” I know he didn’t trust me 

because in years past I’ve been the queen 

of decking the halls. He wanted to be 

reassured that I would not “jump ship” on 

My husband and I joked last year after we exhausted 

ourselves and spent a fortune, that we should forget it 

all next year and go on a cruise. 

this idea once I started to see Christmas 

happening all around me. The agreement: 

we would not be involved in any holiday 

related activities. No tree, no lights, no 

giving or receiving gifts, no cards! All 

financial resources would be going toward 

cruising. A quick family meeting and even 

my 15 year old was “on board.” “Oh 

Christmas cruise, oh Christmas cruise, 

how lovely are thy cabins!” 

At this stage in my life, it all seems so 

completely practical and rational to 

me. First, I am off the hook in finding 

gifts for my husband. If you remember, 

I was so desperate I bought him the 

lame and useless military sleeping bag 

last year! Second, my son Mason with 

Autism never wants anything - ever. Not 

toys, shoes, sports equipment. But he 

did love cruising. So this will be the best 

gift he could ever get. 

Last year I didn’t even resemble 

anything even in the neighborhood of 

jolly. Abominable snowman – yes. That 

begs the question, what’s the point if 

I’m doing it all just to do it? To keep up 

holiday appearances? I’m at a place in 

my life that I just don’t have the time or 

energy. Will I regret it as the hubbub of 

the season starts? Not a chance! Even 

now when I hear about upcoming cyber 

sales and see decorations in stores I’m 

like “sweet!” I am feeling pleased as 

Christmas fruitcake that I don’t have all 

that pressure. No, I don’t feel upset in 

the least, like I am missing out. Honestly, 

I feel sweet relief. 

Twas the start of the season, 

And finally this year, 

I wouldn’t approach it with dread 

and with fear, 

The family’s packed, we don’t have 

holiday blues, 

In hopes that we will enjoy this 

holiday cruise. 

And me without stress, no presents 

to buy 

I’m so holly so jolly, I just want to cry 

Out on the sea, skipping Christmas 

together, 

I just cannot imagine anything that 

could be better! 

I hope that no matter how you celebrate, 

or don’t, you will have a wonderful 

holiday experience! P 

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DECEMBER 3 

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. 

Miami Heat 

American Airlines Arena 

DECEMBER 13 

Memphis Grizzlies vs. 

Miami Heat 


DECEMBER 22 

Detroit Pistons vs. 

Miami Heat 


KRAVIS CENTER FOR 

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DECEMBER 3 

Kravis Center Presents 

Kansas 

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Concert Hall 

DECEMBER 4 

JAZZ ROOTS: Kenny G 

2015 Holiday Show 

Adrienne Arsht Center 

DECEMBER 5 

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. 

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DECEMBER 5 

Young Singers of the 

Palm Beaches Present 

Winter Tapestry 2015 


Concert Hall 

DECEMBER 6 

Baltimore Ravens vs. 

Miami Dophins 

Sun Life Stadium 

DECEMBER 7 

Washington Wizards vs. 

Miami Heat 


DECEMBER 8-13 

Kinky Boots 

Adrienne Arsht Center 

DECEMBER 8 

Ottawa Senators vs. 

Florida Panthers 

BB&T Center 

DECEMBER 10 

Washington Capitals vs. 


BB&T Center 

DECEMBER 11 

The Comedy Get Down 


DECEMBER 12 

Amy Schumer 

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DECEMBER 14 

New York Giants vs. 

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DECEMBER 15-27 

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch 

Stole Christmas! The Musical 

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Steve Solomon’s 

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DECEMBER 17-20, 22-24 

Miami City Ballet Presents 

George Balanchine’s 

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Adrienne Arscht Center 

DECEMBER 18 

Toronto Raptors vs. 

Miami Heat 


DECEMBER 18 

Y100 Jingle Ball 

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DECEMBER 19 

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Bowl Basketball Classic 

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DECEMBER 20 

Portland Trail Blazers vs. 

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DECEMBER 22 

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HOLIDAY 

By Martin Lenkowsky 

The Most 

Wonderful 

Time Of 

The Year 

Granted, our South Florida 

latitude is way too far south to 

plan on going sleigh riding on 

Christmas Day. Nor is it likely 

many of us will be sitting in 

front of our fireplaces waiting 

for good ole St. Nick to make 

his grand entry via chimney. 

However, do not despair. There 

are plenty of local fun things 

for the family to do and enjoy. 

In fact some of our local cities 

are already planning their 

holiday happenings, and here’s 

a sample of what’s coming. 

CORAL SPRINGS 

CORAL SPRINGS HOLIDAY PARADE 

Wednesday, December 9 - 7 pm 

The parade will feature marching bands, decorated floats, and 

other entries along Sample Road from Coral Springs Drive 

to City Hall. Before the parade, individuals and families can 

participate in the Coral Springs Holiday Mile along Sample 

Road near Coral Springs Drive at 6:15pm. This is a timed 

one-mile event, with awards for the top three male and female 

participants in each age category. To register, visit active.com. 

DOWNTOWN IN DECEMBER 

Saturday, December 12, from 5 to 10pm 

Bring the entire family to ArtWalk at 9405 NW 31 st Ct., just 

west of University Drive. The fun includes holiday treats, hot 

cocoa, and other winter surprises. There’s even a chance for 

some snow. Blankets and lawn chairs encouraged, but leave 

the pets and alcohol at home. For more information, call 954- 

344-1111. There will be free parking in the downtown area. 

COCONUT CREEK 

HOLIDAY FANTASY OF LIGHTS 

Now through Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016, 

opens nightly from 6 to 10pm 

including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and 

New Year’s Day at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd., 

Coconut Creek. Cost is $15 per car; $40 per bus. 

PARKLAND 

SNOWFEST 

Thursday, Dec. 17, times to be announced 

Terramar Park, 6575 NW 76 th Dr., Parkland. This event is only 

open to Parkland residents. There will be twelve tons of snow 

for children to enjoy, along with a snow slide. Also enjoy arts 

and crafts, plus music. Call the city of Parkland Department of 

Parks & Recreation at 954-757-4105 for more information. 

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HOLIDAY 

’ T alcohol, adding an abundance of hidden calories to 

is the season of over-indulgence. As calendars fill up 

with holiday parties, many people consume more 

their diets. A typical serving of spiked eggnog contains about 

400 calories and 13 grams of fat, while multi-alcohol-infused 

cocktails, like Candy Cane Martinis and White Russians 

made with cream, vodka, and flavored liqueurs, can easily 

surpass 500 calories per drink. 

Wiser choices don’t have to be boring. No one likes feeling 

deprived during the holidays, so here are some festive alternatives 

that are high on taste and style, with only a fraction 

of the calories. Presentation goes a long way, so be sure 

to serve holiday beverages in pretty glasses with festive garnishes. 

Your party guests will be delighted, and won’t even 

miss the unhealthy, calorie-laden drinks. Cheers! 

Merry 

Mixology 

Festive Low-Calorie Cocktails 

By Kristina Miranda 

PEAR AND CRANBERRY BELLINI 

1 cup chilled pear nectar 

1 cup light cranberry juice 

1 bottle prosecco or other 

dry sparkling white wine 

Fresh cranberries or 

pear garnish 

Directions: In a small 

pitcher, combine pear 

nectar and cranberry 

juice. Pour 1/4 cup juice 

mixture into eight champagne 

glasses. Top with 

prosecco or another dry sparkling white wine. Garnish with a 

pear slice or a spear of blanched, fresh cranberries. Calories: 

Approximately 105 calories per serving. 

WINTER WHITE SANGRIA 

12 oz. mango juice 

12 oz. pear or pineapple juice 

1 liter bottle of seltzer 

1 bottle of Chardonnay or other white wine 

ice 

White and green fruit of your choice such as grapes, honeydew, 

or green apples. Tip: Go for an elegant, all-white look, 

or add a festive touch of red by including raspberries, cherries, 

or fresh cranberries. 

Directions: Slice fruit into small and medium-sized pieces. 

Pour all ingredients into a glass pitcher, stir, and refrigerate. 

Add ice and stir again before serving. Makes ten, eight-ounce 

servings. Calories: 94 per serving. (Calorie count varies based 

on fruit used.) 

FRESH GINGER 

SAKETINI 

2 tablespoons minced 

peeled fresh ginger 

2 cups sake (rice wine) 

1 1 /2 cups chilled ginger ale 

8 strips lemon twists 

8 (1/4-ounce) strips 

crystallized ginger 

Directions: Add ginger to 

bottled sake and refrigerate overnight. Fill a martini shaker 

halfway with ice, add 1 cup ginger-infused sake and shake 

until well chilled. Strain into 4 martini glasses and stir in 3 

tablespoons of ginger ale per glass. Garnish with a lemon 

twist and a strip of crystallized ginger. Approximately 147 

calories per serving. 

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ALMOND JOY HOT 

CHOCOLATE RUM 

1½ oz. coconut rum 

1 packet sugar-free hot cocoa mix 

1 drop almond extract 

optional: fat-free whipped topping 

Mint sprigs for garnish 

Directions: Prepare hot cocoa 

according to packet instructions. 

Mix the hot cocoa, coconut rum, 

and almond extract in a mug and 

garnish with a dollop of fat-free whipped topping and a mint 

sprig. Calories: Approximately 124 per serving. 

LIGHT CRANBERRY 

COSMOPOLITAN 

2 oz. citrus-flavored vodka 

1 splash club soda 

1 splash light cranberry juice 

Juice from one lime wedge 

SPARKLING WINTER BERRY COCKTAIL 

1 cup no-sugar added raspberry or multi-berry juice 

1¾ cups prosecco or other sparkling wine 

½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries 

Directions: Mix raspberry juice with prosecco or other sparkling 

wine. Divide among four champagne glasses. Drop 

three raspberries in each glass. Approximately 120 calories 

per serving. 

HOLIDAY RASPBERRY SHOOTERS 

Splash of Black Raspberry Sparkling ICE ® 

1 oz. vanilla-flavored vodka 

White nonpareils 

Fresh raspberries or blackberries for garnish 

Directions: Wet the rim of 

a chilled shot glass and 

dip into shallow bowl of 

nonpareils to coat. 

Pour in chilled vodka 

and top with a splash 

of Black Raspberry 

Sparkling ICE®. Garnish 

with fresh raspberries or 

blackberries. Calories: 

90. (Recipe courtesy of 

Sparkling ICE®.) 

Directions: Wet the rim of a chilled martini 

glass with a lime wedge and coat 

with green or red decorative sugar. 

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake 

well and strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with a spear 

of fresh cranberries. Approximately 200 calories. 

MINTY MISTLETOE 

1½ oz. peppermint vodka 

¼ oz dark crème de cocoa 

1½ oz. black coffee 

½ oz. fat-free half-and-half 

Directions: Warm all of the ingredients 

in a saucepan, and pour into a mug. 

To make the drink extra festive, top 

with a sugar-free whipped topping and 

garnish with crushed peppermint bark. 

Without toppings and garnishes, the 

drink is 143 calories per serving. 

POMEGRANATE MIMOSAS 

2 cups chilled pomegranate juice 

1 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice 

1 bottle chilled sparkling wine 

One fresh pomegranate, opened and separated 

Directions: Combine orange and pomegranate juices in a 

pitcher. Divide among eight champagne glasses. Top each 

with sparkling wine or prosecco and garnish with pomegranate 

seeds. Approximately 120 calories. P 

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WINE WATCH 

By Sheila and Bennet Bodenstein 

We are in the season of celebration. Celebrations call for sparkling wines and there is no sparkling more in line with celebrations 

than French Champagne. There are many sparkling wines, some exceptional. But there is and can never be any other sparkling 

wine with the grandeur and finesse of a true French Champagne. Whatever the magic, whether it is the far northern growing 

region, the chalk-growing soil, the constant temperature of the aging caves, or the total hands-on production methods, no other 

sparkling wine made anywhere in the world can duplicate a French Champagne. 

Champagne During 

Champagne Charles 

Heidsieck Brut Reserve ($65) 

This wine is the backbone of 

Charles Heidsieck and deserves 

to be, as it has never failed to 

receive very high numbers from 

number-giving wine reviewers. 

It is a fresh, bright, extremely 

enjoyable Champagne that carries 

an equally easily identifiable 

yeast and toast-like aroma with 

hints of roasted coffee beans. The 

flavor displays a cherry element, 

which is both very noticeable and 

very enjoyable. What impressed 

us about this wine is the finish, 

which seemed to last indefinitely 

and is among the most enjoyable 

finish flavors that we have ever 

experienced in a Champagne. 

From the first sip of this wine, you 

will understand exactly why it has 

won so many accolades. 

Nothing is Better Than 

Champagne Charles 

Heidsieck Rose Reserve ($80) 

This wine is crafted from 

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and 

Pinot Meunier grapes that were 

fermented, blended, and then 

fermented a second time in the 

bottle to produce the effervescence 

that is the hallmark of a 

sparkling wine. A beautiful light 

strawberry color greets the eyes 

and the rich aroma of strawberries, 

raisins, and fresh peaches 

invites the first sip. This wine has 

a medium body, which supports 

the fruit flavors of berries and 

peaches. There is also a very positive 

and excellent bread-like flavor 

that weaves in and out of the 

fruit and ends in a very obvious 

creamy finish. With the first sip of 

this wine, you will understand why 

French Champagne is in a world 

of its own. 

Champagne Palmer 

Brut Reserve ($52) 

Season of Celebration 

This Champagne has also been 

made from the same classical 

Champagne grapes that have 

made up Champagne for centuries 

– Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and 

Pinot Meunier. The Chardonnay 

adds elegance, finesse, crispness, 

and delicacy to the finished wine, 

while the Pinot Noir contributes 

body and strength, as well as 

imparting its incredibly haunting 

fruit flavors that only a fine Champagne 

is capable of. The Pinot 

Meunier acts as a softening buffer 

between the two other dominant 

elements. The Champagne Palmer 

is a very well made and interesting 

wine that does not bury its 

charms behind a veil of yeast and 

a flood of bubbles, as many of the 

knock-off wines that purport to be 

Champagne do. There can be no 

question about it – this Champagne 

is sure to please. 

Charles Heidsieck Brute 

Millesime 2005 ($110) 

This is considered one of the finest 

Charles Heidsieck wines available 

today, simply by the fact that its 

vintage dating tells much about 

this wine. Most French Champagnes 

are made from an assemblage 

of wines from different years 

to achieve a desired result. But not 

this wine. By concentrating on the 

grapes of the 2005 vintage, the 

Charles Heidsieck vintners boldly 

announce that it was a terrific year, 

which resulted in an equally terrific 

Champagne. In the glass, the eye 

is greeted by a deep golden yellow 

color with tiny bubbles rising to 

the top in a never-ending stream. 

The aroma is a refined melding of 

citrus, bread, and a hint of cherry. 

In the mouth, the wine is soft 

and creamy with hints of many 

summer fruits. These continue to 

an equally memorable and longlasting 

finish. It is a lavish wine of 

great charm and depth and well 

worth its price. P 

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HOLIDAY 

Hors d’Oeuvres 

To Get the 

Holidays Started 

The holidays are a wonderful time for 

socializing. But, if you’re having a 

party, you may be tired of serving the 

same old dips and crackers – or chiptopped 

recipes. Cheer up! Here are some 

great ideas for fabulous hors d’oeuvres to 

wow your guests with. 

Chinese-Style Stuffed Mushrooms 

24 large mushrooms, 

stems removed 

1 lb. lean ground beef 

or pork 

4 Tbs. chopped 

scallions 

(spring onions) 

4 Tbs. soy sauce 

Freshly ground pepper 

to taste 

1 Tbs. flour 

1-1/2 cups beef stock 

Wash mushrooms and put aside. Combine the meat, 

scallions, 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce, pepper, and 

flour. Shape into 24 small balls and stuff the mushrooms. 

Bring the beef broth and remaining soy sauce 

to a boil in a large, heavy skillet over moderate heat. 

Place the mushrooms in the broth, stuffing side up, 

cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 to 30 minutes, until 

the meat is done. Serve warm or hot. Makes 24. 

Unexpected holiday company? Here is a recipe 

that makes use of the canned chickpeas you probably have 

in your cabinet. The only “iffy” ingredient—do you keep fresh 

basil and parsley on hand? Maybe you should—at least over 

the holidays. You can always use the basil up in some yum 

pesto—over pasta or chicken…or try it over pork chops! 

Spinach Rollups 

1 (10 oz.) package frozen chopped spinach, 

thawed, well drained 

1 cup mayonnaise 

1 (8 oz.) container sour cream 

1 bunch green onions, chopped 

1 (1 oz.) envelope Ranch-style dressing mix 

1 (3 oz.) jar bacon bits 

9 (10-inch) flour tortillas 

Stir together first 6 ingredients; spread evenly on tortillas. Roll up, jelly roll fashion, 

pressing edges to seal; wrap in plastic wrap. Chill 4-6 hours. Cut into 1/2-inch 

thick slices. Yield: 6 dozen. 

Turkish Meat Pastries 

2 Tbs. olive oil 

1 medium onion, finely chopped 

1 lb. ground lamb (can substitute beef) 

2 tsp. ground cumin 

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 

1/2 lb. puff pastry 

1/3 cup milk plus additional for 

brushing the pastry 

1 egg 

Heat half the oil in a skillet over moderate heat and saute the onion until tender 

but not brown. Add the meat, cumin, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, 

until the meat is browned. Cut the puff pastry in half and roll each half about 1/8- 

inch thick and 8 x 8 inches in size. Place one piece of pastry on a lightly greased 

baking sheet and spread the meat mixture to within about 1/2 inch of the edges. 

Mix the milk, egg, and remaining oil together and pour over the meat mixture. Top 

with the second sheet of pastry dough and trim and crimp the edges decoratively. 

Make diagonal slits in the top and brush lightly with milk. Bake in a preheated 

oven at 375ºF for 30 to 40 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Cut into 

squares and serve immediately. Serves 8 to 10 as an appetizer. 

Chickpea Salad with Lemon, 

Parmesan, and Herbs 

1 can of garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 

2 Tbs. fresh basil, chopped 

2 Tbs. fresh Italian parsley, chopped 

2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice 

4 tsp. extra virgin olive oil – good quality 

1 small garlic clove, pressed 

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 

Kosher salt and pepper 

By Cynthia MacGregor 

Combine rinsed and drained chickpeas with herbs, lemon, olive oil, and garlic. Toss 

well to coat. Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Can be made 

4 hours ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate. Serve chilled or room temperature. P 

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RESTAURANT REVIEW 

By Charles Marcanetti 

Bistro 

241 

Delray Beach has always been 

on the cutting edge of hospitality; 

whether it’s been for 

its hotels and motels, its boutique 

shops, its fine arts and entertainment, 

or its eateries. It should be no 

surprise then that this month’s review 

focuses on a strangely enticing 

bistro with an enigmatic proprietor. 

Because its menu defies current 

definition, I shall coin a phrase that 

comes as near to describing the 

delicacies as possible. Bistro 241 

has a Pan Global Fusion of foods 

that have heretofore not been joined 

in any culinary bliss. As a quick example there is the Short 

Rib Bolognese that will knock your socks off; Italian with 

American South…astounding. Even the addictive bread 

blends Pillsbury Doughboy softness with French baguette 

crisp crust. 

But I am jumping ahead of myself. Maintaining a family 

tradition of superb and superior entrepreneurship as a 

restaurateur, owner Elie Boueri navigates the dining room 

- greeting and actually listening to his guests. One immediate 

observation is that he genuinely enjoys his clientele. 

He is as serious and successful as he appears and he is, 

at the same time, observing the nuances 

of each person, each plate of food, each 

bottle of wine, and each server, thus quietly 

making adjustments throughout the evening 

and virtually guaranteeing a total and totally 

satisfying dining experience. 

Did I mention the Mahi-Mahi Taco? Hawaiian 

and Mexican – huh? Don’t argue, just eat it. 

Bistro 241 creates its masterpieces and 

mouthwatering delights using locally grown 

Bistro 241 has a 

Pan Global Fusion 

of foods that have 

heretofore not 

been joined in any 

culinary bliss. 

produce and locally sourced 

ingredients. When they are added 

to its selective array of worldblended 

foods you will conclude, 

as I did, that this Bistro deserves 

our patronage. Which brings me to 

yet another mystery: however busy 

they are it is always intimate. Whatever 

hub-bub is happening, it is 

always quiet. Whatever hot dishes 

are being prepared, the dining floor 

is always perfectly temperature 

controlled. Whatever drinks are 

being jingled and ice being jangled 

there is no clanging. Don’t try to figure it out. It works 

and that is all that matters. 

Let me discuss some of the great treats I recommend: 

the Beet Salad is sweet and flavored with 

pistachios – Russian/Middle Eastern – and really 

segues nicely into the Atlantic salmon or the Diver 

Sea Scallops (sea food with Italian Mushroom Risotto 

– another unique combination). 

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For the fun of it, and for a remarkably special delight, try the 

Pretzel Crusted Crab Cake as an appetizer and pair it with 

the Chicken Milanese or the 8 ounce Filet Mignon, both of 

which are velvety but pop with flavor. 

The Most Famous Desserts in Paris 

Now in Your Neighborhood! 

Our server for the evening was Chris and he exemplified the 

high standards Bistro 241 demands of its staff. But, I must 

offer kudos to the multi-talented Executive Chef, Amiel Settel. 

He developed the Mahi-Mahi Tacos, tweaked the already established 

main courses making them “owned” by Bistro 241 

and, when time allows, visits the diners to share stories and 

experiences adding to the personal attention and intimacy of 

this great eatery. 

There is nothing “in your face” here, but there is greatness 

in your stomach – and, since Delray is close to everywhere 

and offers before the meal and after the meal entertainment, 

make a night of it. 

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Happy Holidays! 

Elie is slowly redecorating 

the restaurant’s interior, 

and has also wisely chosen 

to limit the menu at Bistro 

241 (though still offering 

occasional specials) so 

that attention to detail can 

predominate. 

Our evening concluded 

with “real” cappuccino, and 

delicious vanilla crème brulee 

and a hot lava chocolate 

cake, each to die for. 

Bistro 241 is a real find and 

a real keeper. P 

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RIVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 

by Pamela Ofstein 

As we get ready for 2016, let’s end the year with some 

exciting news. Our second annual Riverglades Elementary 

DIRECT DONATION CAMPAIGN FUNdraiser was a HUGE 

success, thanks to all our families, parents, staff, and 

Riverglades supporters! We couldn’t have done it without 

you. It is wonderful that 100 percent of the fundraising goes 

directly to our school – for new computers, educational 

programs, materials, family event nights, teachers’ wish lists 

and so much more. 

Now it’s time to wrap. Grab some paper, scissors, and 

tape and let your skills be seen. On December 1 st - 4 th and 

December 8 th -10 th , it’s Holiday Gift Wrap time. The PTA 

and volunteers will lend their hands to help wrap gifts for the 

teachers and staff members at Riverglades. 

Also in the beginning of the month, 

it is time for PTA parents and 

volunteers to celebrate 

and be recognized. On 

December 2 nd , the PTA 

will host its PTA Holiday 

Luncheon. 

There is no better time 

to give a little than during 

the holidays. With all the 

hustle and bustle, we often 

forget about those in need 

or who may be missing a bit of 

holiday cheer. Riverglades will host 

our Toy Drive December 9 th -11 th . Here’s your opportunity 

to bring in an unwrapped toy for a child to really enjoy this 

holiday season. 

To wrap up the month, it is time to cheer our staff. Our staff 

holiday luncheon is on December 16 th . There is no better 

time to show our appreciation and finish up the year with a 

staff and teacher celebration. 

For upcoming information and all Riverglades happenings, 

sign up online and visit http://www.myvlink.org/ 

rivergladeselementarypta/. Here’s your chance to digitally 

get school news, volunteer, donate, become a Partner in 

Education, and so much more. 

FOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL 

by Robyne Friedland 

The holiday season is 

here and Forest Glen 

has so much going 

on to celebrate it. Our 

basketball team has 

games on December 

2 nd and 7 th . Look at 

the school website for 

locations and times. 

Our students will go on several 

field trips. On December 4 th , 

the 7A and 7Z teams will go to the 

Broward Center to see A Christmas Carol. On December 

4 th and 5 th , the drama team competes at the Florida regional 

competition in Palm Beach. On December 11 th , Team 8Z will 

be at Swamp Stomp. On December 15 th , Team 8A will be at 

Dickinson Park. Both of these are science-based field trips. 

Parents have an opportunity to help Forest Glen by 

participating in the PTA or joining the SAC committee. The 

next PTA meeting is on December 1 st at 6pm and the next 

SAC meeting will be held at 8am on December 8 th . 

We also have many performances to enjoy this month. On 

December 8 th , there will be a boys’ chorus performance at 

Coral Springs High at 7pm. On December 9 th , the band will 

perform in the Coral Springs’ Holiday Parade. On December 

10 th , there will be a Chorus Zone concert at Coral Springs 

High at 7pm. On December 15 th , the beginning band will 

perform at 6pm. The concert and jazz bands will perform at 

6pm on December 17 th . 

On behalf of the administration, Forest Glen would like to wish 

its teachers, staff, students, and families a very happy holiday 

season and an enjoyable and safe winter break. 

PARK TRAILS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 

by Erica Cukierman 

The holidays are here and our students are busy learning 

and getting excited for a well-earned break. As this year 

comes to a close, we would like to first thank everyone for 

your enormous support with our annual Thanksgiving drives. 

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School 

Because of your generosity, we were able to help feed many 

local families in need. 

Our holiday shop will run from December 1 st to 4 th . This is 

a great opportunity for students to purchase gifts for their 

families and friends for the holidays. Another fun and exciting 

event this month is Field Day - held December 14 th , 15 th , 

and 16 th . Students and teachers look forward to a great day 

outdoors participating in fun and friendly competition. 

Park Trails would like to congratulate our very own Theresa 

Witt for being the first ever recipient of the FASFEPA 

(Florida Association of State and Federal Education 

Program Administrators) Instructional Support Personnel 

Scholarship. The scholarship offers support to aspiring 

teachers who have given many hours of service to others in 

the community. 

Looking ahead, the Dan Marino Autism Walk will be held on 

January 23 rd . Our Park Trails Performs event will be held 

early next year. Look for additional information to be sent home 

and posted on our site. 

Winter break begins December 

21 st . Classes resume on 

Monday, January 4 th . 

Don’t forget to visit 

the Park Trails PTA 

website at www. 

ParkTrailsPTA.com for 

more information and 

upcoming events for 

the next year. 

The Park Trails family 

would like to wish 

everyone a wonderful 

holiday season filled with lots of 

happiness, love, and good health. 

MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC SCHOOL 

by Helen Downey 

We want to wish you all a very merry Christmas. 

Following our Thanksgiving break, classes resume on 

Tuesday, December 1 st . Dress down day is Thursday, 

December 3 rd , the same day as fall sports photographs. We 

have early dismissal on Friday, December 4 th . On Saturday, 

December 5 th , our eighth grade students sit for the high 

school placement test. Get plenty of rest the night before, 

eat a good breakfast, and attack this test in a positive and 

energetic manner. 

Our annual Christmas show is 

on Monday, December 7 th , at 

the Coral Springs Center for 

the Arts. Good luck to all 

our budding thespians and 

performers. 

Our middle school midterms 

take place between 

Monday, December 14 th , 

and Friday, December 18 th . 

That same week ends with early 

dismissal on Friday, December 

18 th , with no aftercare. 

Christmas vacation is between Monday, December 21 st , 

and Friday, January 1 st . Have a happy and healthy new year. 

Happy 2016! 

HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 

by Gaby Franklin 

Thank you to the students who donated candy to send 

to our troops. We were very glad to see all the candy and 

cards that will make our troops feel very much appreciated. 

Boosterthon fun run was a huge success and the students 

enjoyed running their laps. Thank you to all the families who 

donated to the fun run. 

December is a short school month, but we sure have great 

activities planned. Snowflakes for Larkdale begins on 

December 1 st . This program brings much joy to our sister 

school, Larkdale Elementary. It is wonderful to see all the 

children bring in donations in the spirit of sharing with those 

less fortunate. We know it will be a huge success, as in years 

past, and that it will make the Larkdale students very happy. 

On Wednesday, December 2 nd , our school will host a Fine 

Arts Night. Parents and children are invited to come into the 

school at 6:15pm. You will be able to purchase items at the 

holiday shop. Get your gift-shopping done early for friends and 

family. PTO is holding a general meeting in the cafeteria on 

Thursday, December 3 rd , at 9:15am. Stop by so you can hear 

about events and programs scheduled for the rest of the year. 

Winter break starts on December 21 st and classes resume 

on January 4 th . The end of the second quarter is on Thursday, 

January 7 th , which is also an early release day. Friday, 

January 8 th , is a planning day. Please mark your calendar. 

We wish everyone happy holidays. Be very safe and enjoy a 

peaceful time with family and friends. Safe travels to all who 

will travel. We will see you again in 2016. P 

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PARKLAND LIBRARY 

DECEMBER 201 5 EVENTS 

Register Online at www.cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207 

A Parkland Library card is required to participate 

PARKLAND LIBRARY READING BUDDIES 

(K-5 th grade) 

Mondays - 3:30pm to 4:30pm 

Would your child 

benefit from a Reading 

Buddy? Reading 

Buddies is a crossage, 

effective method 

of energizing young 

readers. The Parkland 

Juniorettes, high 

school girls dedicated to making a difference, have partnered 

with the Parkland Library to help students that are struggling 

with reading. When younger students read with older 

students literacy skills are picked up in an enjoyable manner. 

Building partnerships between our high achieving, high 

school students and elementary age children is an excellent 

way to reinforce lifelong reading success. Young students 

will build self-confidence and enhance literacy skills! Reading 

Buddies will meet every Monday at the Parkland Library. On 

the Mondays that school is closed, Reading Buddies will not 

meet. Registration not required. For more information visit 

www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954) 757-4207. 

CHESS CLUB 

(age 8 and up) 

Wednesday, December 2 nd - 4:15pm 

Parkland Library Chess Club is for children, ages 8 and older. 

Beginners can learn to play and players meet your match! 

You must be a Parkland Library cardholder to join. Registration 

is required for each game date. Parkland Library card 

required to register. Register online www.cityofparkland.org/ 

library or call (954) 757-4207 

ALL BOOKED UP BOOK: 

AT THE WATER’S EDGE BY SARA GRUEN 

Saturday, December 5 th - 10:30am 

After disgracing themselves at 

a high society New Year’s Eve 

party in Philadelphia in 1944, 

Madeline Hyde and her husband, 

Ellis, are cut off financially by his 

father, a former army colonel 

who is already ashamed of his 

son’s inability to serve in the war. 

When Ellis and his best friend, 

Hank, decide that the only way 

to regain the Colonel’s favor is to 

succeed where the Colonel very 

publicly failed—by hunting down 

the famous Loch Ness monster—Maddie 

reluctantly follows them across the Atlantic, 

leaving her sheltered world behind. The trio find themselves 

in a remote village in the Scottish Highlands, where the locals 

have nothing but contempt for the privileged interlopers. 

Maddie begins to see that nothing is as it first appears: the 

values she holds dear prove unsustainable, and monsters 

lurk where they are least expected. For more information visit 

www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954) 757-4207. 

ART RECEPTION WITH JENE RIZZO 

Saturday, December 5 th - 11:00am 

Jene Rizzo is a self-taught portrait artist. She has been 

painting since the early 1970s and is a member of the Coral 

Springs Artist Guild. Although she paints floral and landscapes, 

her passion has always been people and animals. 

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KNIT N KNOWLEDGE 

Monday, December 7 th - 10:30am 

Do you enjoy knitting? Bring your own 

projects, tips, techniques, and ideas to 

share with fellow knitters at the Parkland 

Library. Please visit www.cityofparkland. 

org/library or call (954) 757-4207 for 

more information. 

In the last ten years Jene has 

become proficient in acrylic 

medium. All her portraits are 

done in acrylic; only her floral and 

landscapes are oils because this 

is the medium that allows her 

to paint with her palette knife. 

Please visit www.cityofparkland. 

org/library or call (954) 757-4207 

for more information. 

HOLIDAY CRAFT CLASS 

FOR KIDS 


Monday, December 7 th - 3:30pm 

Time to get in the holiday spirit! Get 

creative with “Art Paper Scissors” 

and make a craft that you can give 

as a gift! Parkland Library card 

required to register. Register online 

www.cityofparkland.org/library or 

call (954) 757-4207. 

COFFEE BAR AND USED BOOK FAIR 

Saturday, December 12 th - 10:00am to 1:00pm 

The book fair will be held in the Library Lobby. Sponsored by 

the Parkland Friends of the Library. 

CHESS 

TOURNAMENT 


Wednesday, 

December 16 th - 

4:15pm 

Parkland Library 

Chess Club is for 

children, ages 8 and 

older. Children must have participated in the Chess Club this 

session to play in the tournament. You must be a Parkland 

Library cardholder to join. Parkland Library card required to 

register. Register online www.cityofparkland.org/library or call 

(954) 757-4207. 

BRICKS AND BOOKS 


Thursday, December 17 th - 4:00pm 

Children age 7 and 

older, bring your 

imagination and 

Lego building skills 

to the library! At each 

Bricks and Books 

meeting we will 

have a new building 

challenge. Conquer 

each challenge with 

a buddy or work on your own. Parkland Library card required 

to register. Register online www.cityofparkland.org/library or 

call (954) 757-4207. 

MINECRAFT CLUB 


Monday, December 21 st - 2:00pm 

Are you crazy about Minecraft and just can’t stop building? 

The Parkland Library’s Minecraft Club is right for you. Kids 

will get the chance to build, explore, share, and learn the 

basics of Minecraft. Participants must bring their own device 

with Minecraft already downloaded. Parkland Library card 

required to register. Register online www.cityofparkland.org/ 

library or call (954) 757-4207. 

FROZEN SING-ALONG 

Tuesday, December 22 nd - 

1:00pm 

Join us for some frosty 

fun! Come dressed as 

your favorite Frozen 

character and join other 

Frozen fans as you singalong 

with the movie. 

Refreshments will be 

served. Parkland Library 

card required to register. 

Register online www. 

cityofparkland.org/library or call (954) 757-4207. 

NEW YEAR’S EVE STORIES AND CELEBRATION 


Wednesday, December 30th - 1:00pm 

Ring in the New Year at the Parkland Library with stories, 

music and a fun craft. Ages 5 and older. Parkland Library 

card required to register. Register online www.cityofparkland. 

org/library or call (954) 757-4207. P 

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HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY 

Atlantis Academy was established in Miami in 1976 as an 

innovative school for students who need a personalized 

program. The school emphasizes the importance of excellent 

parent/teacher/student relationships, the goal of which is to 

form a close working relationship between the family and the 

school. Through open communication between parents, faculty, 

and the administration, parents regularly participate in 

developing and forming the best method to achieve the 

student’s individual goals as well as the goals of the school. 

OUR PROGRAM 

Atlantis Academy has a low student-to-teacher ratio that greatly 

facilitates the learning process. Kindergarten-through-twelfthgrade 

groups are designed for students who function on varying 

grade and academic levels. Our core curriculum is reading, 

math, language arts, social studies, and science. Additional 

subject areas may include art, computers, physical education, 

and Spanish. Teachers begin at a student’s diagnosed instructional 

level and assist in achieving mastery by using innovative 

techniques, personalized instruction, and focusing on each 

individual’s strengths. 

• Safe, Secure Environment 

• Full Academic Curriculum 

• Athletic Program 

• Low Student-Teacher Ratio 

• Blended Learning Tools 

• Differentiated Instruction 

• Strong Parent-Teacher 

Communication 

• Social Skills 

• Promethean Boards and iPad 

use for Interactive 

Education Technology 

• Hands-On Life Skills & 

Transition Program 

Scholarships Accepted 

John McKay • PLSA • Florida Tax Credit (FTC) 

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Dear Worried 14-year-old Big Brother, 

I understand your dilemma. I know this may sound hard 

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misbehaved when around you. She may be seeking 

your attention by taunting and bugging you. Try to give 

her positive attention and positive reaction for good 

behavior. She currently is more than likely wanting 

attention from her “cool older brother,” and has figured 

out she can get a reaction from you when she acts out 

in a negative way. 

Spend time with her and do not give attention or 

reaction to her bad behavior. I am a younger sister and 

I vividly remember annoying my brother constantly, 

because he wouldn’t hang out with me. It wasn’t until 

he ignored my negative actions that I formed a more 

positive relationship with him. Don’t forget that it could 

all be a phase; just as you claim to have had a similar 

phase. Give it time and she will mature. Remember, 

there is nothing more rewarding than a sibling bond! 

- Friend Who Understands 

Dear Dr. Renae, 

My younger sister is out of control. My 

parents do not seem to recognize how 

serious it is. They think I am tattling or do 

not like her. She behaves badly when they 

are around, but much worse when they 

are not around. My grandmother could 

not handle her this past weekend while 

my parents were away and we stayed with 

my grandparents. I know that my parents 

have been called by the school about her 

behavior, too. I had behavior problems 

when I was her age but this is much worse. 

She is only six years old now and I worry 

about what will happen when she becomes 

a teenager. How can I get my parents to see 

how serious this is? 

- Worried 14-year-old Big Brother 


The best policy is to be honest and talk to your 

parents about your concerns. Simply have an 

uninterrupted conversation with your parents and 

they will listen. Give them examples of your sister’s 

bad behavior and explain why you are concerned, 

especially for the future. I sincerely hope that this 

small piece of advice helps. 

- A Concerned Friend 


First of all, I must commend you for caring so much 

about your little sister. I know lots of teens your age who 

don’t have a care in the world for what their little siblings 

are doing, so it’s very kind of you to want to help the 

situation. Truthfully, though, I’m a little limited in what I 

can suggest, if you’ve already spoken to your parents. 

Perhaps what you can do is sit down with them again, 

for a more serious conversation, and say when you tell 

them about your sister’s misbehavior, it’s not meant in a 

tattling way. On the contrary, explain to them that you’re 

coming from a very mature place, and that you are 

genuinely worried about your sister. Be sure to share 

examples of things she has done that have made you 

worried, and tell your parents why those things have 

worried you. 

- A Caring Friend 

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You are very insightful to be concerned about your sister’s 

current behavior becoming a bigger problem as she becomes 

a teenager. Being around teenage girls in school every day 

gives you a window into the future. I suggest that you ask your 

parents to give you specific ideas about how you can help your 

sister. This will show them that you are sincere in your concern 

and willing to be part of the solution. Do you remember what 

helped you to turn around? 

Your sister might respond to learning self-management skills 

from you, especially if you take the time to practice with her, as 

in doing an outdoor activity. 

Some children act out when they do not feel safe or have the 

language to explain what is upsetting them. A therapist can 

help determine if your sister’s behavior is developmentally 

typical for her age or a result of a serious problem that she has 

not been able to talk about. The guidance counselor at your 

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By Nancy M. Ouhib, MBA, RD/N, LD/N 

T 

o sustain good health, your body must get more than thirty 

vitamins, minerals, and diet components that it cannot 

make by itself or in the sufficient quantities that it needs. 

Okay, that sounds important, but how do we add super nutrition 

food choices that fit into our budget and our family preferences? 

How much will these super foods cost us? Do they even taste 

good? Which ones should we include? Why do we 

need them? 

Let us start with the most primary 

need, which is staying well 

hydrated. Water is essential for 

life. We need it every day to 

flush toxins out of our bodies 

and to carry nutrients to 

our cells. We lose water 

constantly through our 

bodily functions so we 

must replace it. Basic 

water is your best, 

cheapest, purest source 

for hydration. Other fluids 

that are super beverages 

are milk, green tea, and 

orange juice. 

Super Foods 

What They Can Do For You! 

Everyone loves fresh fruits. 

They are nature’s dessert and 

they are power packed with 

vitamins, minerals, lots of juice, and 

fiber. Fruits are a win-win and, when 

purchased in season, they are very 

affordable for the nutrition they provide. 

Here are a few of the top performers out 

of the fifteen super fruits. One half cup of 

fresh strawberries can provide 149% of 

your daily requirement for Vitamin C. Figs 

have the highest overall mineral content of 

all common fruits; try them fresh or dried. 

Cantaloupes are low in calories and one 

cup will provide you with 120% of your 

Vitamin A and 108% of your Vitamin C 

requirement. Pears have a low glycemic 

index, which means that the carbohydrates convert to sugar 

slowly. The lower the food’s glycemic index, the less it affects 

blood sugar and insulin levels. 

Studies have 

shown that eating 

a diet that includes 

one ounce of nuts 

daily can reduce 

your risk of heart 

disease. 

Do not make excuses when it comes to eating your veggies. 

They provide us with plenty of iron, calcium, fiber, and B 

complex vitamins, just to name a few. I will pick some favorites 

to highlight. Tomatoes contain beta and alpha-carotene, 

lutein, fiber, potassium, folate, and more. I cannot think of a 

reason not to eat a tomato. Green peppers are a bit pricey, 

but just one provides 220% of your daily Vitamin C 

requirement. That is bang for your buck. Most 

everyone likes potatoes, and they are a 

versatile vegetable that offers Vitamins 

C and B6, potassium, manganese, 

and dietary fiber. Asparagus offers 

more folic acid than any other 

vegetable. Folic acid helps your 

blood cells grow and helps to 

prevent liver disease. 

You only need a handful 

of nuts and seeds to get 

the nutritional benefits, 

so do not go crazy eating 

them. They are loaded 

with protein, fiber, healthy 

monounsaturated fats, and 

antioxidants. Studies have 

shown that eating a diet that 

includes one ounce of nuts 

daily can reduce your risk of heart 

disease. Almonds contain plenty of 

omega-3 fatty acids, polyunsaturated 

fats, Vitamin E, and fiber. Walnuts contain 

magnesium, folate, polyunsaturated fats, 

omega-3, and Vitamin E. Flaxseed contains 

omega-3 and fiber. Try to eat all of your nuts 

and seeds without added salt. 

Whole grains include whole grain or multigrain 

breads, brown rice, whole wheat pastas, 

couscous, and oatmeal. Most whole grains 

provide us with a heart healthy amount of fiber, 

B-complex vitamins, niacin, and magnesium. 

Additionally, most whole grain products have 

a lower glycemic index than their white flour 

counterparts. 

What we put into our bodies clearly does have 

an impact on our overall health and well-being. The old saying 

‘you are what you eat’ does hold true. Keep in mind that our 

genetics also play a significant role in our health. P 

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HEALTH 

By Jamie Lober 

In light of World AIDS Day on December 

1, it is timely to acknowledge 

a valuable community resource, 

the World AIDS Museum and 

Educational Center in Wilton Manors. 

Open since March of 2014, it is the 

only museum in the world dedicated to 

HIV/AIDS, which has had a profound 

effect on South Floridians. 

“South Florida is the epicenter of the 

HIV/AIDS epidemic,” says Ed Sparan, 

the museum’s operations manager. 

“Of all brand-new HIV infections in the 

country, Broward County is number one, 

Miami-Dade County is number two, and 

Palm Beach County is number six.” 

“In our main gallery we have the history 

of HIV/AIDS with a timeline exhibit that 

traces the history back to 1908 as how 

AIDS started as a monkey virus, SIV 

[Simian Immune Virus,] in the Congo,” 

continues Sparan. “Now there are new 

medications and hope for the future.” 

Striving to get out the facts, the museum 

encourages everyone to get tested and 

know their status. “If you are negative, 

that is great and you should keep 

doing the good work you are doing,” 

says Sparan, adding that one of out of 

every five people with HIV in Broward 

is unaware of his/her status. “If you are 

positive, that is okay, but you should get 

the right doctor and you will be fine.” 

Nursing and social 

work students are 

drawn to the museum, 

as is everyone who 

wants an education in 

this important topic. 

One-hour docent-led 

tours explain the museum’s 

exhibits. 

World Aids 

Museum and 

Educational Center 

An Important Community Resource 

There are two 

wonderful art 

galleries: one 

with educational 

art 

from talented 

high school 

students; the 

other, called Owning Up, about young 

and HIV positive people and how they 

have an entirely different perspective 

than the older generation. “There is the 

stigma and rejection part of it, but talking 

to the youth, they deal with it in a 

whole different way that is so uplifting,” 

explains Sparan. 

The only such museum 

in the world exists 

in Broward County, 

bringing knowledge 

and enlightenment to a 

disease with profound 

implications for our 

populace. 

The ten-year ribbon exhibit has drawn a 

lot of attention. “I saved my HIV medicine 

bottles for ten years and created a fivefoot 

ribbon that has 417 medicine bottles,” 

says Sparan. “People who are twenty- or 

thirty-year survivors see the mass or enormity 

of their personal situation.” 

His own involvement with the museum 

evolved out of a personal issue. “I came 

to the project because there was a 

support group called POZitive Attitudes 

and the founder, Steve Stagon, said he 

wanted to open up an AIDS museum,” 

explains Sparan. 

It took around four years to pull it together 

and then the doors were open. 

“We have volunteers at the front desk 

and people come in to see our exhibits, 

learn, and get assistance,” says Sparan, 

who adds that parties and fundraisers 

are part of the museum’s activities. 

The facts about the disease are daunting. 

“Since 1981, 75 million people have 

been affected and 39 million people 

have died of AIDS,” says Sparan. “We 

steer people toward free testing and 

things they need to know.” 

The museum is thrilled to have a contract 

with the Broward County School 

system. Sparan says that representatives 

of the museum will shortly begin to 

present a 90-minute safe sex education 

program in the schools. Students will 

come to the museum on class trips. 

HIV/AIDS, considered a world epidemic, 

can affect anyone. World AIDS Day, which 

began in 1988, is the first globally honored 

health day. It is a time to show a united 

front in the fight against the disease, support 

for people living with it, and commemorate 

those who have died from it. 

“This is not a gay man’s disease anymore 

and it affects every community out 

there, even the seniors,” says Sparan. 

“We would love to have all the help we 

can, as far as donations and volunteers. 

If anybody has questions, we are a safe 

place for you to come and learn a thing 

or two about how to make better personal 

choices in your life.” 

For more information, visit www.worldaidsmuseum.com. 

P 

Jamie Lober is a nationally recognized 

writer who specializes in health/lifestyle. 

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blood, bones, or lungs. It can be spread 

through the air, on contaminated surfaces, 

or through person-to-person contact. 

MRSA may appear on the feet as an 

unsightly boil or a painful, red bump. An 

issue that has recently created concern 

among podiatrists is this bacteria’s resistance 

to traditionally prescribed antibiotics. 

In extreme cases, deep abscesses 

may require surgical draining. 

Neuromas, tumors within the nerve 

with enlarged tissue, can be commonly 

found between the second and third 

web spaces in either foot. When walking 

on tile, the sensation is analogous to the 

feel of a stone in your foot. Neuromas 

don’t generally disappear and become 

more painful as cramping may occur. 

Treatments by injection, orthotics, or inoffice 

surgical intervention will usually 

alleviate the problem. 

Plantar fasciitis, one of the most 

common causes of heel pain, is an 

inflammation of the thick band of 

tissue that runs across the bottom 

of the foot and connects the heel 

bone to your toes. Runners, people 

who are overweight, and those 

wearing shoes with inadequate support 

are at risk. 

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Be Aware of Common Foot Maladies 

Metatarsalgia occurs when the ball 

of your foot becomes inflamed. It 

can sideline people, if not treated 

successfully. You may experience this 

painful condition if you actively participate 

in running or jumping activities. 

At-home treatments, such as ice or rest, 

can relieve metatarsalgia symptoms. 

Proper footwear with shock-absorbing 

insoles or arch supports may minimize 

future problems. 

Dr. Stephen Schein of Schein Podiatry in 

Coral Springs regularly treats a growing 

segment of the population who need 

to carefully monitor all aspects of their 

health, especially related to feet. 

He says, “Diabetics need to be especially 

aware of daily changes to their 

feet. Blood sugar monitoring is essential, 

which can affect circulation to all 

parts of the body. Huge problems can 

develop when blood sugar numbers are 

high. Worst case scenarios can lead to 

amputations.” 

In addition to these foot issues, older 

patients may experience arthritic conditions 

and cartilage breakdown. 

The best advice to avoid many of these 

problems? Simply treat your feet with 

TLC. If you sense that a cut or sore is 

not going away quickly, see a doctor 

before it escalates beyond your control. 

The next time you take that idyllic jaunt 

on the beach, remember to take a quick 

peek at the sand under your feet. P 

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EQUESTRIAN NEWS 

Nike’s 

Flyease 

is a cool new shoe 

for athletes with 

disabilities 

By Donice Muccio 

Photos courtesy of Nike 

Matthew Walzer, now age twenty, was a student of 

mine for about two years starting at age seven. 

Matthew has cerebral palsy, but his attitude even as 

a young boy was strong and he believed in his dreams. An 

extremely bright student, he would ride our beautiful Mindkhi 

and we would talk and tell stories throughout the lesson. 

He always found the humor in everything we talked about, 

which, of course, made me laugh right along with him. As a 

student, Matthew was wise beyond his years. 

I distinctly remember him at such a young age, realizing 

he needed a sneaker that gave him ankle support that did 

not have laces since, at age eight, he could not tie his own 

shoes. In my mind, I knew with his determination he could 

make it happen. I enthusiastically cheered him on as he 

shared his unique and creative ideas. 

As a 16–year-old at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, 

Matthew took a chance and wrote a letter to Nike. To his 

surprise, the letter eventually found its way to Nike shoe 

designer Tobie Hatfield. In Matthew’s letter to Nike, he stated, 

“My dream is to go to a college of my choice without having 

to worry about someone coming to tie my shoes every day. 

I’ve worn Nike basketball shoes all my life. I can only wear 

this type of shoe, because I need the ankle support to walk. 

At 16 years old, I am able to completely dress myself, but 

my parents still have to tie my shoes. As a teenager who is 

trying to become totally self-sufficient, I find this extremely 

frustrating and, at times, embarrassing.” 

Hatfield was touched by Matthew’s story and contacted him. 

After they communicated, they began working together on 

prototypes. After three years, the final design of the Nike 

FLYEASE was completed to specifications. Matthew was 

personally invited to Los Angeles to meet Hatfield. Little did 

Matthew know that he would also be meeting LeBron James. 

When Matthew is at home in Parkland, he feels a bit like a 

celebrity because people know him as the local who got to 

meet and spend time with LeBron James. As an amazing 

young man that Matthew has shown himself to be, he wants 

to be known for helping to design a shoe that can help as 

many people as possible. 

This is a story about vision, determination, perseverance 

and the desire to help others, letting nothing derail you. To 

see Matthew’s story and the Nike FLYEASE development 

you may review the following video: www.youtube.com/ 

watch?v=TaNM_T1d1as. P 

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DECEMBER 2015

By Glenn Kalick, DVM 

PET TALK 

He “Eight” A Frog 

Problems in Communicating 

One day my staff and I 

were having a discussion 

about language 

barriers. I joked that, on my 

first day of being a veterinarian, 

with my best Boston 

accent, that a client’s 

Pit Bull taw his ACI ligament 

and most likely has 

cahtlidge damage. 

When I left the room, the 

client asked the technician 

what I said. She had no idea. 

I came in and explained that 

the Pit Bull has a meniscus 

in the knee joint that is lined 

with cartilage, so difficult for 

a Bostonian to say. They 

laughed and told me that I 

better work on the “r”s. 

A language problem I encountered 

was my introduction 

to the Southern drawl. 

One day a Mr. Hutchinson 

came in with his Labrador, 

Dixie. I had never met Dixie, 

but looking through her file, I 

found three episodes of Bufo 

toad-induced seizures. (I 

took over my Fort Lauderdale 

practice from an old-time 

veterinarian.) I looked in the 

chart and after the date it 

would say Bufo Toad poisoning 

and no evidence of how 

he treated Dixie, but only that 

he called the next day and 

she was fine. 

Dixie came to the hospital 

seizing and my technician 

brought her to the back and I 

quickly placed an IV catheter 

and gave her an injection of 

Valium to stop the seizure. 

After about 15 minutes, when 

I felt that Dixie was stable on 

IV fluids and her core body 

temperature was normal, I 

went to the examination room 

to give Mr. Hutchinson an 

update. 

First thing Mr. Hutchinson 

said was that I wasn’t Dr. L. I 

told him that Dr. L. retired. He 

told me that Dr. L. was too 

young to retire. 

Accents 

interfere with 

understanding 

between 

doctor and 

client. 

I told him that I gave Dixie 

some medicine and that 

she is fine. I asked him how 

long was Dixie “seeahzing” 

before he brought her in to 

the hospital. He said that 

she was not “seeahzing” and 

that the Bufo toads make the 

dog have a fit every once in a 

while. I asked him again how 

long was she having a fit and 

he told me that she “eight” it. 

I thought he was talking time 

and he was talking appetite. 

I was about to tell him 

that an eight-minute seizure 

was extremely long when 

my technician came into the 

room and told me that Dixie 

was seizing again. I went 

back to see Dixie and gave 

her another dose of Valium 

and the owner followed me 

back. He told me again that 

Dixie “eights” the toad and 

Dr. L. always 

made her 

puke it up. I 

told him that 

dogs don’t 

have to eat 

the toad they 

only need 

to lick it. A 

frustrated Mr. 

Hutchinson found the only 

person that he remembered 

in the hospital and told her 

the story in a truly Southern 

accent that someone who 

grew up in Alabama might 

recognize. 

My receptionist told me 

that Dixie doesn’t lick the 

toads, she eats them. Eats 

not eights. And Dr. L. found 

out, after Dixie’s first experience 

with Bufo toads, when 

he did the same treatments 

that I was doing that Dixie 

kept having fits. In between 

the injections, he would 

make her vomit. 

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I gave Dixie a medication 

that made her vomit and out 

came a whole toad. It was 

one of the biggest toads that 

I have ever seen. I kept Dixie 

for the rest of the morning 

and wrote up the file, so 

everyone would know in the 

future how to treat Dixie. 

It was an interesting first year 

in south Florida. I quickly 

learned how to read my clients’ 

facial expression when 

they didn’t understand the 

Boston accent and how to 

make my clients explain to 

me how a dog “eights” his 

dinner or has a “fit.” P 

Dr. Kalick, Dr. Callaway, 

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yDonna Klein Jewish Academy recently announced the 

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the Richard and Carole Siemens Jewish Campus of the 

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role, Ball joins the Office of Institutional Advancement, the 

school’s umbrella for development, events, admissions, and 

communications. 

yKellerWilliams Realty has opened a new office at 

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yFlorida Atlantic University recently celebrated the 

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promotion, or a giant step for a local business. 

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