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<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2021</strong><br />
Football has Kicked off !<br />
Griff’s So Cal Sports Desk<br />
Get your USC, UCLA full<br />
Schedules and Home Game<br />
Schedules for the LA Chargers<br />
and LA Rams at So-Fi Stadium<br />
image courtesy of<br />
www.printsandphotos.com<br />
Seal Beach Jetty<br />
photo: Gum Gummy
Visit Sunset Beach, Ca<br />
Peter’s Landing Huntington Harbour be sure to visit ... Free Duffy<br />
and Paddleboard parking while spaces last. Great scenic views while<br />
enjoying great food at several Restaurants Golden Road Brewery,<br />
Pelican Isle and Beale’s Texas BBQ
Thats Interesting<br />
Send us your articles, news,<br />
photos, ads<br />
16835 Algonquin Street<br />
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Huntington Beach, CA 92649<br />
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<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>2021</strong><br />
Welcome to the <strong>Summer</strong> Issue of<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> where we feature Real Estate, interesting<br />
people, places, events and more from Antarctica to<br />
Zambia. <strong>2021</strong> has been the year of reopening as we<br />
hopefully put the pandemic behind us. Travel is back<br />
again along with our freedoms to roam about our<br />
cities & states and return to life as we knew it before<br />
the pandemic. <strong>gummy7</strong> is based in Sunset Beach,<br />
CA and looks for interesting content from anywhere<br />
across the globe and accepts ads both locally and<br />
globally. Wishing everyone a healthy, safe,beachy and<br />
awesome <strong>Summer</strong>. Sea you in Sunset and<br />
beyond.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
<strong>Summer</strong> Issue <strong>2021</strong><br />
Sunset Beach CA .......INFC<br />
Gum’s Coffee Feature ......................5<br />
Shape up with trimcards ..........................................7<br />
Places to Go things to Do ...........10,11<br />
Henry Huntington Feature & the Tap Room ........16<br />
Anderson Art Gallery ........................23<br />
57 Jobs and Counting Feature ..............32<br />
Sunset Beach Local Mike Ballew Feature .........35<br />
Legal Shield .........42,43<br />
“JB” James B. Griffin<br />
Founder /Publisher<br />
gum@<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
PS - Be sure to find the Brown Pelican on the post in<br />
this issue and tell us what page you found it on.<br />
Griff ’s Sports Desk Football Schedules ......44-47<br />
Publisher: JB” James B. Griffin<br />
Photographer: “JB” Griffin Design: JBGmg<br />
Marketing / Advertising: “JB” James B. Griffin<br />
For article submissions photos, please email<br />
gum@<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
Did you know that the<br />
Water Tower<br />
is actually in Surfside /<br />
Seal Beach<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> magazine<br />
© All Rights Reserved . No part of this Magazine may be reproduced<br />
without the written consent of the Publisher. Disclaimer:<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> Magazine will not be held liable for any claims made<br />
against products or services provided by our advertisers.<br />
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Fresh Fish - Queen Mary Long Beach CA<br />
photo: Gum Gummy<br />
currently the QM is closed for repairs<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> global marketplace promotes Real Estate, interesting people, places and events<br />
from Antarctica to Zambia.<br />
Founded in Sunset Beach by Sunset Beach Magazine publisher”JB” Griffin.<br />
We welcome your stories, ads and photos or suggestions<br />
email gum@<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
visit our website www.<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
1st Day of SUMMER <strong>2021</strong><br />
is June 20th<br />
Happy Father’s Day<br />
6/20/<strong>2021</strong><br />
Sunset Beach Community Association<br />
Monthly Events Calendar<br />
https://sunsetbeachca.org/calendar.htm<br />
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“JB” James B. Griffin <strong>gummy7</strong> Founder lives in<br />
Sunset Beach, CA where along with his wife Coby<br />
is available 7 days a week to help you buy or sell a<br />
home, building or land.<br />
Sea you at the Beach or beyond.<br />
call Coby @ 562.618.2732 DRE# 00611568<br />
call “JB” @ 562.810.8881 DRE#01229433
Gum’s Coffee Feature<br />
Central Coast Coffee Roasting Company Inc.<br />
Recently while visiting the Central Coast of California on a mini- Vacation we stayed in Los Osos,CA at the Sea<br />
Pines Golf Resort. For Breakfast one morning we were given a tip to try Celia’s Cafe in Los Osos since they were<br />
pooch friendly on their outdoor patio. As usual I ordered coffee with breakfast and the coffee Celia’s served<br />
was off the charts. I asked the server what brand the coffee was and she said it was from the Central Coast<br />
Coffee Roasting Company located in Los Osos. Well that tip led me to visit the Coffee Makers facility in Los<br />
Osos that same morning. I met with Founders grandson and let him know about my experience at Celia’s and<br />
the great coffee. He said the coffee they provide Celia’s was the The Morning Fog Lifter ground coffee. Of<br />
course I snagged a bag to takes home. I highly recommend the Morning Fog Lifter from the Central Coast Coffee<br />
Roasting Company. You can visit their website and order online: www.sloroasted.com<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> magazine<br />
Los Osos Baywood Park photo: Gum Gummy<br />
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<strong>gummy7</strong> Book Feature<br />
Order online<br />
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Struggling with a Job / Career<br />
“JB” Griffin, founder of <strong>gummy7</strong><br />
is a resident of Sunset Beach and<br />
shares his jobs and more in his<br />
Book 57 Jobs and Counting<br />
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When in So Cal be sure to Visit Laguna Beach take your picture on this iconic bench<br />
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Ideas,<br />
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Stuff and<br />
More ...............<br />
Obey all posted warnings at<br />
the beach. The single best<br />
thing you can do to avoid ever<br />
seeing a shark is to simply pay<br />
attention to any and all safety<br />
information at the beach. Heed<br />
any posted signs and listen to<br />
the instructions of authority<br />
figures like lifeguards, beach<br />
patrol personnel, and park<br />
rangers. Be Safe !<br />
We Print Cups Call “JB” @ 562.810.8881<br />
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Photo courtesy of<br />
“JB” Griffin taken at Gift Ship in<br />
Oatman AZ<br />
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Billboard 1965 Huntington Beach CA. Yikes ! When Homes were affordable<br />
Morro Bay, CA photo Gum Gummy<br />
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<strong>gummy7</strong> Feature<br />
Places to Go Things to<br />
do this <strong>Summer</strong><br />
By Gum Gummy<br />
With the Pandemic almost in the rear view mirror millions of Americans will be taking roads, trains and planes again<br />
to enjoy the great outdoors and experience new places throughout the USA and beyond<br />
Here are a few destinations to consider.<br />
If you love Golf and wish to getaway from the crowds Gum<br />
suggests booking a stay at Sea Pines Golf Resort in Los Osos, Ca.<br />
The 9 hole Golf Course is a nice test for golfers of all levels and<br />
the beautyof Baywood Park and Nearby Montana De Oro<br />
State Park is well worth the visit. www.SeaPinesGolfResort.com<br />
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Are you thinking of<br />
Selling your Commercial<br />
Building ?<br />
For More Information :<br />
Call “JB” James B. Griffin,<br />
Broker<br />
cell: 562.810.8881<br />
DRE# 01229433<br />
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Buying Real Estate is a way to<br />
achieve Financial Security<br />
By Milt Million<br />
Just Sold 4 More<br />
Available Soon<br />
We have all heard that 90% of Millionaires<br />
have become Millionaires through Real<br />
Estate. When asked what is the best time to<br />
buy Real Estate my answer is it is always a<br />
good time to buy Real Estate. My advise is<br />
to buy real estate particularly single family<br />
homes that have potential for an upside<br />
gain. Also known as fixer uppers.<br />
Always do your due diligence before<br />
buying. If you find a fixer that has some<br />
bones to it you may be in luck to purchase<br />
the home. The next step is to fix it up to sell it<br />
or lease it. Is buying the ugliest house in the<br />
neighborhood for everyone? The answer is<br />
no. But the upside of buying a property with<br />
potential is that your investment will most<br />
likely pay off in the long run, that is if you<br />
are willing to put in the time and money.<br />
While Real Estate in LA and Orange<br />
County may be out of reach for most,<br />
consider looking for real estate in different<br />
counties or states to start your Real Estate<br />
Portfolio. Start small and dream Big !<br />
Milt Million<br />
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Did you know that Captain<br />
Jack’s is known worldwide<br />
for serving the World’s Best<br />
Seafood and has been a<br />
Sunset Beach Icon since<br />
1965... Visit Captain Jack’s<br />
and be sure to say Hi to<br />
bartender Brad... known to<br />
the locals as “the biggest<br />
crab in Sunset Beach”<br />
“ located on PCH<br />
at Broadway<br />
( Valet Parking )<br />
Home Cooking<br />
that is<br />
Griff’s<br />
Beach Hut Grill<br />
Sunset Beach, CA<br />
Post your travels and more from Antarctica to Zambia<br />
Stories Articles Welcome<br />
email<br />
gum@<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
Sunset Pizza & Pasta<br />
“Delivering the Flavors of Italy<br />
to your Table Since 2005”<br />
Open 7 days a Week<br />
Weekdays: 11:00am - 10:00pm<br />
Weekends: 12:00pm - 10:00pm<br />
16711 Pacific Coast Highway Sunset Beach<br />
call to place your order: 562.592.1133<br />
Delivery to Local Hotels and Residents<br />
www.SunsetPizzaandPasta.com<br />
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Sunset Beach and<br />
Surfside Tower back in the day<br />
New Listing Wanted<br />
“JB” Griffin, Sunset<br />
Beach Resident is a<br />
Real Estate Broker and<br />
publisher of <strong>gummy7</strong>.<br />
“JB” represents buyers<br />
and sellers for the best<br />
kept secret for Condos<br />
walking distance to<br />
Sunset Beach.<br />
For a List of Condos for<br />
Sale or Lease at<br />
Harbour Pacific<br />
email<br />
jbgriffin@jbgmg.com<br />
or call. 562.810.8881<br />
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Visit Riip Beer Co. located in Sunset Beach a historic<br />
sub-district of Huntington Beach, California directly on<br />
Pacific Coast Highway across the street from the Beach &<br />
the Bolsa Chica Wetlands.
Gum Gummy ...... News from Antarctica to Zambia<br />
J. King Neptune’s<br />
Known as Sunset Beach California’s best place<br />
to dine in. Recognized for great entertainment,<br />
premium quality steaks, seafood, pasta and<br />
award winning spirits.<br />
Located in the quaint beach of town of Sunset<br />
Beach, California. J. King Neptune’s family<br />
owned restaurant for over 50 years is known for<br />
serving the finest quality and freshest seafood<br />
that can be found.<br />
If you are new to <strong>gummy7</strong> magazine welcome. We feature Real Estate our business and interesting people, places,<br />
events and more from Antarctica to Zambia. Based in Sunset Beach, CA and Indio, CA in 2022.<br />
The Castle pictured located in Sunset Beach, CA at the end of Broadway is actually a magnificent private residence.<br />
A must drive by for sure when in Sunset Beach, CA. Looking for a fun place to eat when in Sunset Beach CA. Try<br />
J. King Neptune’s. Suggest you dine in the Cave room and order the best crab legs in Sunset Beach .<br />
Gum’s Humor ... What did the beach say as the tide came in? Long time, no sea.<br />
photo - JB Griffin<br />
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<strong>gummy7</strong> feature<br />
Interesting Person<br />
Henry Huntington<br />
and the grandoise Hotel which was<br />
named after him a must visit when<br />
in Pasadena, CA<br />
Langham Hotel<br />
THE TAP ROOM<br />
A nod to the original hotel bar which opened in<br />
the 1930s just after Prohibition ended, The Tap<br />
Room is a stylish and inviting space featuring<br />
classic and innovative handmade cocktails, an<br />
eclectic wine selection, premium beers on tap<br />
from around the world and upscale, innovative<br />
bar food.<br />
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JBGmg Real Estate Services<br />
for all of Sunset Beach<br />
Listing Fee: 3.99% Full service<br />
Call : 562.810.8881<br />
www.JBGmgSellsHomes.com<br />
BRE# 01229433<br />
“Sunset Beach was subdivided and the map<br />
approved on September 6th 1904. A syndicate<br />
then purchased the property and lots were sold<br />
under the name Sunset Land and<br />
Water Company.” -<br />
Did you know the<br />
Red Car once ran<br />
through Sunset<br />
beach where the<br />
Green Belt is ...<br />
Who Knew<br />
credits: Historical Sunset Beach Walking<br />
Tour Brochure<br />
News & More<br />
from Antarctica to Zambia ...........<br />
send us your news<br />
email: gum@<strong>gummy7</strong>.com<br />
<strong>gummy7</strong> Founder/ Publisher “JB” and wife Coby with<br />
Bill Thomas WWII Veteran and Seal Beach Resident<br />
Visit Main Street in Huntington Beach<br />
Surf Walk of Fame<br />
Sunset Island photo “JB” Griffin<br />
“When in Sunset<br />
Beach be sure to<br />
make a reservation<br />
at Captain Jack’s<br />
local favorite and<br />
World Famous<br />
Restaurant” - “JB”<br />
No Need to Move to Texas<br />
At Peter’s Landing Huntington Harbour<br />
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Huntington Harbour the 5 Islands + 1<br />
by Sandy Sunset<br />
Huntington Harbour consists of five man-made islands + 1<br />
if you add Sunset Isle which was in existence before the<br />
development of Huntington Harbor. When Huntington<br />
Harbour was developed the homeowners lost their backyard<br />
which was Sunset Bay Estuary Wetlands, In place of the<br />
Sunset Bay Estuary Sunset Beach Homeowners property<br />
was cut off with a block wall which still exists today where<br />
the former Sunset Bay Estuary started. The five islands<br />
of Huntington Harbour consist of Davenport, Trinidad,<br />
Humboldt, Gilbert, & Admiralty<br />
Huntington Harbour construction began in 1963 at a cost<br />
of some $200 million, with the harbors and peninsulas located<br />
on the former site of the historic Sunset Bay Estuary<br />
wetlands which of course was destroyed with the dredging<br />
and filling to develop the land for the new community of<br />
Huntington Harbour.<br />
Peter’s Landing Marina was made famous back in the day<br />
for the Red Onion Bar and Restaurant located in the Marina<br />
where singles from all over So Cal made the trip to Huntington<br />
Harbour to gather at one of the hottest bars in the<br />
70’s and 80’. Red Onion is no more and the building is now<br />
occupied by Calvary Chapel of Huntington Harbour. The<br />
Marina at Huntington Harbour provides complimentary<br />
two-hour guest slips on a first-come, first-served basis for<br />
mariners who enjoy waterfront dining at Pelican Isle. Huntington<br />
Harbour is well known for kayaking and paddleboarding<br />
enthusiasts. Rentals are available for a nominal fee<br />
along PCH at several locations as well as Duffy Boat<br />
Rentals.<br />
Sunset Beach Local “JB” Griffin also know as Izzy Insider<br />
riding the foam Sunset Beach - photo: Coby Griffin<br />
When in Huntington Harbour be sure to visit<br />
Woody’s Diner serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner<br />
Woody’s Diner<br />
16721 Pacific Coast Highway<br />
located across the HWY from Peters landing in Huntington<br />
Harbour<br />
562.592.2134<br />
www.woodysdiners.com<br />
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily and<br />
pooch friendly outdoor patio<br />
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Gum Visits North Boston<br />
“The North End is a neighborhood of Boston,<br />
Massachusetts, United States. It has the distinction<br />
of being the city’s oldest residential<br />
community, where people have continuously<br />
inhabited since it was settled in the 1630s.<br />
Though small, the neighborhood has nearly<br />
one hundred<br />
establishments and a variety of tourist attractions.<br />
It is known for its Italian American<br />
population and Italian restaurants.” - Wiki<br />
“Be sure to visit the Paul Revere House when<br />
in BoSox “ - Gum<br />
“RIP” Brodie 2007-<strong>2021</strong><br />
It is with sadness my Mascot and BFF “Brodie”<br />
a Minature Poodle went to doggie heaven at rainbow<br />
Bridge in January of <strong>2021</strong>. Brodie was a joy to be with<br />
in all of our travels and adventures and enriched my life<br />
as all of our pets do.<br />
He will always be rembered and missed.<br />
Gum<br />
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No reason to go to Napa. Great Wines<br />
and World’s Best Pastrami !<br />
Be sure to vist Brix on PCH in Sunset Beach<br />
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Sunset Island, CA photo Gum Gummy
Bill Anderson, Local Artist<br />
Be sure to visit Anderson Art Gallery next to Captain Jack’s<br />
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Order your Copy online<br />
https://www.peecho.com/print/en/727513<br />
The Adventures of Spot, Brodie and “JB” World Paddleboard Tour<br />
Sunset Beach Local “JB” Griffin published his first Children’s Book in 2020 titled the Adventures of Spot,<br />
Brodie and “JB” World Paddleboard tour, “JB” started paddleboarding with his dogs Spot and Brodie<br />
around Sunset Isle in 2010. Printed copies of the book are available for sale. A portion of the proceeds<br />
from the sale of he book will be donated to charities serving<br />
needy Children throughout the planet.<br />
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About Sunset Beach<br />
Sunset Beach is a beachfront community located in Orange County, California. In 2011, it was annexed by Huntington Beach. Sunset<br />
Beach features one of the widest beaches in southern California. Running parallel to the beach, from the north of town to the southern<br />
edge is the Green Belt, a bucolic 14 acre park on which residents walk their dogs. Southeast of Sunset Beach is Bolsa Chica State Beach.<br />
To the east is the bayfront community of Huntington Harbour<br />
(part of Huntington Beach), and roughly north is the Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, and the Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge.<br />
The small gated community of Surfside located between Sunset Beach and the Weapons Station is part of Seal Beach, with the rest of Seal<br />
Beach on the other side of the Weapons Station.<br />
Sunset Beach does not have residential mail delivery. Instead, residents pick up their mail at post office boxes in the centrally-located post<br />
office or at private post office boxes located on 22nd Street. Sunset Beach is served by the Sunset Beach Sanitary District. The SBBA /<br />
Sunset Beach Business Association was founded by Art Snyder Owner of Don the Beachcomber and local Real Estate Broker “JB” James<br />
B. Griffin.<br />
For more information on homes for sale in Sunset Beach contact<br />
Coby @ 562.618.2732<br />
or email cobysellshomes@gmail.com<br />
Enjoy your visit to Sunset Beach, come back soon and tell a friend!<br />
www.CobyMyers.com
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Paris, France 1977 photo: Gum Gummy<br />
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“No visit to Sunset is complete<br />
without visiting<br />
J. King Neptunes on PCH” - Local<br />
Thinking of Selling ?<br />
Call “JB” Griffin for a Free Market Analysis<br />
@ 562.810.8881<br />
Broker / Owner JBGmg<br />
BRE# 01229433<br />
Please call to schedule an appointment:<br />
Want to live near the sea?<br />
Let us help you find your home.<br />
JBGmg represents buyers and<br />
sellers ....”from the ocean to the desert”<br />
3.99% Full Service Listing fee<br />
Call for details. We pay 50% to Brokers<br />
for Referrals. 562.8010.8881<br />
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Featured Real Estate Listings<br />
4 NEW HOMES<br />
GREAT OPPORTUNTY<br />
4 Bedroom 3 Full Baths ea.<br />
For More Information showing call<br />
New Homes Desert Hot Springs SOLD !<br />
4 New homes available now at Mission<br />
Lakes Community same Builder call Coby<br />
for details @ 562.618.2732<br />
“JB” James B. Griffin, Buyers Agent<br />
DRE# 01229433<br />
562.810.8881<br />
jbgriffin@jbgmg.com<br />
Listed by Coby Myers- Griffin<br />
Live at the Lakes<br />
Condo living at its best<br />
For More Information showing call<br />
“JB” James B. Griffin, Buyers Agent<br />
DRE# 01229433<br />
562.810.8881<br />
We Sell Condos!
Faren’s Super Club <strong>2021</strong><br />
Join us for our next Faren’s Supper Club<br />
Social Dinner in Newport Beach, CA<br />
Saturday September 25th <strong>2021</strong><br />
5:30pm<br />
Cheesecake Factory<br />
1141 Newport Center Dr.<br />
Fashion Island<br />
Newport Beach, CA<br />
www.thecheesecakefactory.com<br />
RSVP by 9/20 to<br />
jbgriffin@jbgmg.com<br />
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Book Review<br />
57 JOBS & COUNTING By Sunset Beach’s<br />
James B. Griffin, 154 Pages<br />
Reviewed by Chris MacDonald for The Sun<br />
Longtime Sunset Beach resident James Griffin’s latest book is part autobiography, part guide to finding your passion,<br />
part pastor (Colossians 3:23-”And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord”), part psychologist (“When picking<br />
a job, make sure you follow your heart, not your emotions”) part Realtor/Broker advice and more.<br />
Griffin, who has three kids, not only talks about his 57+ jobs (his first was at Johnny’s Hamburgers in South Pasadena<br />
in 1967) but offers invaluable tips like, “Volunteering is a great way to get contacts and network, which can help<br />
your career”).<br />
He also doesn’t pull punches when he talks about challenges in life that he has gone through, including divorces,<br />
deaths, being fired, getting cut from sport’s teams and surviving difficult bosses and co-workers. You’ll learn about his<br />
beloved wife, Coby, and the dogs he cherishes.<br />
Some of the 65-year-old’s jobs, include McDonald’s Trash Collector, Minute Man Press Assistant Manager/Counter<br />
Sales, Long Beach Unified School District Special Education Intern & Resource Specialist, Substitute Teacher for<br />
Ocean View Unified School District, Golf Instructor, Folding Carton Salesman, Life Insurance Salesperson, Greyhound<br />
Bus Driver, LAX Airport Shuttle Driver, Limo Driver, Amway Independent Distributor, Nordic Track Demonstrator,<br />
Print Model, Used RV Salesman, Subway Sandwich maker, Computer Salesperson, So Cal Italian Festival<br />
Producer, Realtor/Broker, UCLA Athletics Staff Management & book publisher.<br />
The 1977 Cal State Los Angeles Grad, who earned a BS in Printing Management, writes, “The best laid plans for<br />
your career may not have always worked out as you had hoped but your faith must be everlasting. It is very healthy<br />
for us to anchor our new life & recovery from other jobs or relationships in the certainty that Christ is coming again.<br />
By trusting Christ with our future, we can better deal with our past and live a more productive present life.”<br />
A co-founder of the American Single Parents Network; founder of the Developmental Disabilities Golf Clinic and a<br />
Master of Ceremonies at the Special Olympics, Griffin also has produced a new book, “Spot, Brodie & ‘JB’ World<br />
Paddleboard Tour” for children “who love to travel, learn about and explore interesting people places & events.” The<br />
adventure is fictional but Brodie is a real miniature poodle & Spot, a rat terrier. Both love to paddle board with “JB.”<br />
For further information and to obtain a copy of the book, contact Griffin at 562-810-8881& jbgriffin@jbgmg.com.<br />
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Mike Ballew<br />
“Life after Football”<br />
by Sandy Sunset<br />
photo courtesy of<br />
Epoch Times<br />
Michael Ballew holds a Taurus PT92 as Dalilo’s henchman in Mask of Death (1996)<br />
Mike in Sunset Beach at Pelican Isle “where the locals hangout” (2020)<br />
Mike Ballew<br />
If you live in Sunset Beach you can’t miss meeting Mike Ballew a Sunset Beach local by way of Washington State<br />
where Mike was born and raised. The former University of Washington, World Football League and NFL Player<br />
stands 6’ 5”. Mike has trimmed down a bit from his 250 pounds playing weight which was considered big in the<br />
the 1970s. During his career Mike was paid to push people around as an Offensive Lineman and Defensive End.<br />
After his playing career ended, Mike took to Hollywood and acting where he was on the Big Screen for many<br />
movies. Yes you bet he was cast as a Football Player. He appeared in North Dallas 40 and many others. Mike<br />
can tell you he had a nice run doing what he loved, Football withouth the pain. Today Mike is facing a different<br />
challenge in life. A few years ago Mike was diagnosed with Parkinson Disease. He is fighting it out one day at a<br />
time and staying positive. Mike has taken up kick boxing to keep active and to help him battle the disease. Next<br />
time you see Mike give him a high five and tell him you read about him on <strong>gummy7</strong> Mag!<br />
Born: July 15, 1947<br />
City: Seattle, Washington<br />
Height: 6’ 5”Weight: 250 lbs.<br />
University: Washington<br />
WFL<br />
Philadelphia Bell 1974<br />
Southern California Sun 1974, 1975<br />
NFL<br />
Los Angeles Rams<br />
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Donald Kent Brown III<br />
“Model for Christ”<br />
In Don’s Words<br />
Dear God, please bless your sons and daughters of you! They need only to put you first to have their dreams come<br />
true. For with you all things are possible. I remember laying on the beach at Surfside/Sunset in front of the Water<br />
Tower thinking to you that there was no way I would ever be a model. A year and a half later I was overseas<br />
under my first modeling contract! From Scars to Stars!!!+++ It just took YOU and YOUR path for my life not mine<br />
to saturate 4 Asian countries with the gifts and talents you gave me. Because you molded, shaped, and we’re in<br />
control of my life back in 1994-1998. I never had a clue I would be blessed during these years. Now, currently<br />
in Christ I Thank you for your Work! Back then I had no idea what you were up to! +++ God works in mysterious<br />
ways ! Right? I’s sure we could all agree on that one !<br />
+++100%<br />
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