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From the Desktop CONTENTS

by Trish Utter, Publisher & Chief Bottle Washer 7 Recipe-Healthy …Toast!
8 Summer Fashion Guide
I am amazed at the reach Good Life Community Maga- 14 Car Clubs & Meets
zine has. I was in Jacksonville recently and someone 18 Technology & Cataract Surgery
stopped me to say, “Aren’t you the publisher of Good 22 Local Bike Trails
Life?” They recognized me! I asked how they saw the 27 Community Pix
magazine as we are not over in Jacksonville…..yet. 28 A Good Whiskey
They said they found a copy in their doctors office and 30 Local Celebrity
then started to follow us on social media. Wow, I was
so flattered. Even my dog Daphne has become well
known. Actually I have to tell you something funny. I
was walking her in Gainesville and someone ex-
claimed…. “That’s Daphne from Good Life Communi-
ty Magazine!” They then said to me, “that dog is fa-
mous, I know her from that magazine. What a nice dog, you must be walking her for the owner”.
Obviously this nice lady had no idea who I was…lol. So I am upstaged by my beautiful dog. I must
say that Daphne is a great ambassador for Alachua County Animal Services as I adopted her from there
many years ago and highly recommend you visit the shelter to adopt your fur baby. They have so
many dogs and cats of all ages and sizes. Just tell them, Daphne sent you!

I think this issue has to be one of our best. I admit I was terrified of writing a medical story due to my
past history of fainting at the sight of blood, but I came away with a great knowledge of technology
that left me feeling intrigued to know even more. Amazing how far the medical world has come.
Physicians like Dr. Snodgrass, at North Florida Cataract Specialist and Vision Care, and Dr. Cherylle
Hayes at The Cancer Center, at NFRMC, are using mind blowing, futuristic devises to cure diseases.

Another big reason I love this issue is…the car stuff! You all know I am a HUGE car freak. I think of
a car as I would a piece of art. I even started my own Facebook page and Instagram, just so you can
follow my automotive journey, called, #Powr_Grl. I find the people I meet at car events fascinating.
The other interest I have is fashion. I hope you enjoy the read and that it inspires you to pull out your
bright festive colors to wear this summer but leave the Katie Perry chandelier at home!

Enjoy your copy of Good Life, and go out there with the top down on your car, and the wind in your
hair, and live like there is no tomorrow. Make it YOUR…Good Life!

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Do your Wisdom Teeth Hurt?

Wisdom Teeth, or Third Molars, are usually the last teeth to develop and appear in the mouth. They
are called “Wisdom Teeth” because they usually appear during a person’s late teens or early twenties,
which has been called the “age of wisdom.” The normal position for developing wisdom teeth is behind
the upper and lower second molars. However, often times the mouth does NOT have enough room for
these extra teeth and they become impacted. This can lead to very serious
dental health and medical problems such as pain, infection, crowding of teeth,
cyst development, loss of other teeth, or development of pathologies that
could lead to more serious surgery. In fact, for nine out of ten people, at least
one wisdom tooth remains under the gum tissue due to lack of space in the
mouth. Proper treatment of wisdom teeth involves their removal using special
surgical techniques appropriate for each individual case. Wisdom teeth are
best treated by a specialist, like an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are titanium anchors placed in the jawbones, underneath the gum tissue,
to support artificial teeth where natural teeth are missing. Dental Implants are actually
placed in the jawbones, and don’t require removal like regular dentures or partials, nor do
they require the removal of natural tooth structure like crowns and bridges. They look and

function like natural teeth. Dental Implants can be used to replace a
single tooth, multiple teeth, or even hold dentures in place, eliminating
the need for denture adhesives. Dental Implants can restore normal
eating and speaking abilities, and enhance your facial appearance and confidence.
Dental Implants are best placed by a specialist, like an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon,
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Food that’s in Fashion!
D oes your college kid rave about avocado toast? come from? The fruit grows in Mexico but its claim to tassium than bananas, and are high in fiber, and lower
Do you feel puzzled by this? Maybe you feel fame is from a restaurateur in Sydney, Australia named cholesterol by 22%, and triglyceride levels by 20%, and
you should take up yoga to have to enjoy a Bill Granger, who, in 1993, put avocado toast on the increase HDL by 11%.
slice! It’s the new, sexy, food that started buzzing in menu of his restaurants named, “Bills,” but there are re-
2010, but unlike the trendy fat filled burger of the 1980’s ports of avocado toast dating as far back as the 1920’s Now you have the scoop on the new supper food, so pick
this is a trend your teen should be encouraged with. Over in San Francisco. Due to its rough skin, an avocado is up your yoga mat and impress your teen with homemade
4.24 ….billion avocados are sold in the USA each year often referred to as an “alligator pear.” It’s packed with Avocado Toast!
and most end up on toast! So where did this trendy food some amazing health benefits. They contain more po-

Avocado Toast

Start by using whole grain bread, but watch out for preserva- a squeeze of lime juice. Not only is this a healthy meal but also
tives. Buy local baked bread and you can’t go wrong. very cost affective.

Cut 2 slices of bread. Spread the avocado equally on each slice of toast and enjoy. Of
course, you can also top with fresh tomatoes, and poached egg.
Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the fruit,
and add a pinch of sea salt a clove of mashed garlic along with

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Fashion News for By Trish Utter

Summer 2019
Did you see the Met Gala? The

event was held at the famous
New York Metropolitan Mu-
seum of Art, hence the name,
Met Gala. This event started in 1948 and
is the biggest fundraising fashion event
of the year. It raises money for the Met’s
Costume Institute. The 2019 theme was
“Camp,” which was inspired by Susan
Sontag’s 1964 essay that defines camp as
“love of the unnatural: of artifice and exag-
geration.” And in true Hollywood style the
stars dazzled us with outrageous costumes

on the red carpet. We saw a lot eye popping color and glitter, and this will be
reflected in the stores for your summer of 2019 wardrobe.

You will be shocked to know that the 1980’s Laura Ashley style florals are back,
along with big puffy sleeves and…shoulder pads! Hmm, memories of Dallas
and Dynasty days are ahead!

I also hate to break it to you, but the 1990 punk rock style, neon colors, mixed with a splash of
animal print and/or polka dots is also back! The idea is to mix the floral prints with a solid block
of color. So a flowery skirt can be paired with a lime green shirt.

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Yellow will be one of the years most dominant col- Chanel goes yellow for 2019
ors for the season. Great for brunettes…. not so
great for blondes. As a rule of thumb, if you have Celebrating 14 Years
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Personally, I like block colors, meaning I like ev-
erything to be the same color from top to bottom
as it is very body flattering. If you are on the short
side block colors can give you the appearance of
seeming taller. A great way to use the new fashion
trend is to accent with a floral or animal print belt
or a colorful accessory. The great news here is that
you can style the season to your own taste.

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According to Harpers Bazaar and fashion expert Sarah floral embroidered, baggy denim is in, and distressed size.
Baum at Macy’s, the 1960’s tie-dye is back with a ven- cut off-shorts are still rocking it. Speaking of denim, a
geance. High-end designers like Prada and Stella Mc- must have this year is a denim skirt. It can be worn ca- Go out there and make a big splash this summer with
Cartney have had it in their collection on the run-way sually with a T shirt or glitzed up with a silk camisole. vivid colors, florals and animal prints. If you are visit-
since last year, using tie-dye in flowing dresses and ing New York I highly recommend a visit to the Met
skirts. Tie-dye has become a little more sophisticated. If you want a conservative swim suit you are in luck and view their fashion exhibit.
as now it is all the trend to wear a one piece bathing
High waisted pants are back! No more bulging over suit that has long sleeves. They come in all different Be unique, and revel in being YOU!
your low rise jeans girls! And skinny jeans are out, colors and are very flattering to every body shape and

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Local Car Clubs & Car Meets

If you love cars and you are looking for something to do, check out these fun events. Cars are like a piece of art but it is not only the cars that are interesting, it’s the people
that own them. Visit an event and listen to the stories the car owners tell of how they got their car and why. You will come away with new fiends and an appreciation of their
vehicles.

Gainesville Car Friends

Every Friday night you will find this young, enthusiastic group on the roof top of the
parking garage by the Phillips Center. You can expect to see around 30-50 cars. Lots of
Japanese imports, American muscle cars, and European cars, of which many have been
modded. You will find many people involved in the automotive world here, hanging out
and talking about their straight pipe exhausts and their latest add-ons to their vehicle.
This club is free to join via their Facebook page and open to all.

Gainesville Street Rods Buck Wild
and Bill Coffey
Meets every 2nd Saturday of the month at Publix on 39th Ave, near I-75. The
club consists of Classic American cars, Street Rods and European cars. There
is a small fee to join. The club is very active and often participates in other car
events or hold their own. GainesvilleStreetRods.com 352-658-1477

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Gainesville Cars & Coffee

Every 2nd Sunday, 9-11am at Whole Foods parking lot. All cars are welcome. This car meet started in 2014 and about 40 cars participate. Whole Foods has a tent with coffee
and bagels set up to sell. You will see many Porsches, BMW’s, Jaguars, Nissans, Mini Coopers, Ferrari’s and more. Event is free and open to everyone.

Jacksonville Cars & Coffee

Every 2nd Saturday, 8-11am at, The Avenues Mall. One of the areas largest Cars & Coffee. All types of cars are grouped together. Sometimes the event is sponsored
by a car manufacturer. About 200 cars attend and thousands visit. See more on their Facebook page. Event is free to all.

Jobie Madden with her Lamborghini Hurricane Spider

This Ford GT is only 6 weeks old!

This brand new mid engine, Ford GT is a very
special car. Everyone at Jacksonville Cars and
Coffee was lucky enough to see it. Very few are
made and to buy one, not only do you have to have
about $500,000.00 but you also have to put in an
application that includes a video of what you plan to
do with the car. In the application it asks if you own
a Ford, and if you use Fords in your business, and
if you are a social media influencer. If you are lucky
enough to be selected to purchase one, you must
agree to show the car and … Ford keeps the title

for 2 years so you can’t sell it!

(photos above and left)
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Gainesville Country Club Concours d'Elegance saw lots of exotic, classic and muscle cars turn out for their very first event.

Helicopter from University Air Center next to a Joe Cox with his son and his 37 Chevy
brand new Mercedes AMG GT 53 (above) Tyler Stabb winner of the Youngest Driver to Show

The new owner of Gainesville Country Club
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Every 2nd Saturday, 8-10am, is held at Donut Fuelpresso in Winter Park. The event is
free and open to all car enthusiasts. OrlandoCarsandCoffee.com or on Facebook.

Classic European Car Club of Gainesville, Florida

The Classic European Car Club of Gainesville, Florida can be found on Facebook. The
club is open to anyone with a European car. Many member have Porsches as it is tied
into the Jacksonville area Porsche club. The club meets once a month for dinner, drives
and car events. If you would like to join please email [email protected].

Gainesville British Car Club

Can be found on Facebook. The club is for people with an interest in British cars. Mem-
bership is free. The club meets of dinner and drinks a few times per year. They also par-
ticipate in car shows.

Cars at the Club

Held every 1st, Thursday, of the month, form 7-9pm at Gainesville Country Club. Open
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Technology

Care D o you suffer from Glaucoma or Cata- ing it feel very tranquil. Dr. Snodgrass looked at an him on was an easy decision,” said Dr. Snodgrass. Dr.
racts? It’s a daunting thought to think of interactive screen while hovering over a patient with Gray’s work in Corneal surgery requires extremely
surgery and who to trust to do it…after all, a device that acted like a miniature vacuum, and a precise measurements that will be performed by a very
it’s your eye sight. glow from the laser could be seen. I watched on a expensive piece of equipment called, a Pentacam® to-
large screen as black particles in the eye were seem- pographer.
I was invited to visit North Florida Cataract Spe- ingly sucked right out. Dr. Snodgrass made it all look
cialists and Vision Care for a tour and to sit in on a easy and the whole thing took just a few minutes. As I Dr. Gray is originally from Bradenton, but moved to
few operations performed by Dr. Gregory Snodgrass watched the medical team carefully maneuver around Gainesville 15 years ago. He completed his medical
and his team. the patient, it reminded me of a ballet. So well re- degree and residency training at the University of
hearsed with no detail left out. Dr. Snodgrass’s team Florida. His fellowship in Cornea and External Dis-
On doing a little research into Dr. Snodgrass’s back- certainly have it well orchestrated, and this team work ease and 5 years of experience working in an academic
ground, I found that Dr. Snodgrass is a Board Certi- gives the patients confidence and trust. center at UF has provided him with extensive training
fied, Ophthalmologist, and listed in the publication, and experience managing routine and complex eye
‘The Leading Physicians of the World,’ as one of A very important part of Dr. Snodgrass’s team is his diseases. While working at UF he helped establish a
the top Ophthalmologists!!!! He has been in prac- beautiful daughter, Christa Snodgrass Morris, O.D., local Ophthalmology outreach clinic for the uninsured
tice for over 30 years. Dr. Snodgrass is, the Most who graduated from Nova Southeastern University of Alachua County, and frequently volunteers interna-
Experienced Cataract Surgeon in the North Cen- College of Optometry and trained at the V.A. clinic in tionally to perform vision restoring surgery to those in
tral Florida area and has performed over 25,000 Gainesville, where she received invaluable exposure need. He is an active member of the American Acade-
cataract surgeries!……..and we’re lucky enough to to ocular pathology. Dr. Morris is skilled at fitting my of Ophthalmology, Cornea Society, and American
have him in our Gator community! contact lenses as well as diagnosing and treating oc- Society of Cornea and Refractive Surgery. “He also
ular disease. She has been working with her father shares my love of the Gators!” Said Dr. Snodgrass.
Like most people, not in the medical profession, I am for the past five years. Dr. Snodgrass said, “I am so
a bit squeamish when it comes to hospitals, blood and proud of my daughter and her accomplishments at the Dr. Snodgrass just built North Florida Cataract Spe-
operations, and especially when it comes to anything practice, and as a mother. It’s a real treat when Christa cialists and Vision Care. This is where he meets his
to do with the ….eyes! When I think of eye surgery brings the two grandchildren into visit the office. Ev- patients and evaluates their needs. The building is
I think of blood, and blades making eye incisions, a elyn is two and Margaret Ann will be one this Septem- brand new and smells like a new car. This multi-mil-
grisly thought especially for me as I have been known ber. Our patients love to see the children.” lion dollar office is very impressive with over 12,500
to pass out at the sight of blood, …but there I was ..in square feet packed with testing equipment that is state-
the operating room taking photos of cataract surger- Dr. Matthew Gray has joined the practice as a Cor- of-the-art and cutting edge. There is also a large Opti-
ies…yes me! nea Specialist. Dr. Snodgrass said, “I’m delighted to cal Shop that has a vast selection of glasses, including
welcome Dr. Matthew Gray, who will be specializing designers such as, Dita, Etnia Barcelona, Vuarnet,
Instead of passing out I was shocked that not only was in Cornea Surgery as well as Cataract surgery.” Gucci, Oliver Goldsmith, and Face A Face. Wait,
there no blood or blades but that the entire procedures did I just say….GUCCI! Wow, YES you can buy Gu-
were performed with NASA, or James Bond looking, “Dr. Hazouri is a part-time Ophthalmologist but will cci in Gainesville! And if there is a style they don’t
multi-million dollar equipment. be retiring, so now was the perfect time to bring Dr. have they can order them for you. If you have frames
Gray into our team. I have been so impressed with Dr. that you love you can bring them in to have lenses fit-
I quietly observed the operation. After the patient was Gray’s breadth of knowledge, especially in the field of ted by one of their Certified Opticians. Hmm, I need
all set up the lighting in the room was lowered mak- Corneal Surgery and Refractive Surgery, so adding to shop here!

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An Intraocular Lens
(IOL) is an advanced

lens implant used
during cataract

surgery that provides
vision corrections and

eliminates the need
for glasses.

Dr. Snodgrass with his daughter, Christa Here’s What Patients Are Saying:
Snodgrass Morris, at the groundbreaking
Dr. Gregory Snodgrass performed eye surgery on both of
of their new office a year ago. my eyes in December, 2018. He is very professional and
accessible before and after surgery. The eye surgery was
Dr. Snodgrass enjoying his very successful and my vision is 20/20 again.
beautiful grandchildren’
Chief Joel DeCoursey, Jr.
Dr. Snodgrass and Dr. Gray helping
a patient with some of their Three years ago God brought this wonderful man into our
state-of-the-art technology lives as our Ophthalmologist and sur-geon. All my life I
wore thick, heavy glasses or the strongest contacts they
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other people, but I had no idea what I was really miss-
ing. Dr. Broome works with Dr. Snodgrass and when I was
referred to their practice for extreme dry eye symptoms,
Dr.Broome told me I not only had dry eye, had significant
cataracts. She advised that I needed to see Dr. Snod-
grass. That diagnosis changed my life!

After extensive testing, Dr. Snodgrass removed the cata-
racts and implanted lens in my eyes. After the first eye was
done, I was thrilled to see colors I had never seen, detail
that to that time had escaped me, and all in all to find I had
a new eye. I could not wait to get the other eye done and
when it was, the world became a far better place.

My husband, Buddy had his eyes done several months lat-
er and to our amazement, not only could he see so much
better, his glaucoma went into remission. He hasn’t had to
use drops or any other treatment for the glaucoma since
his cataract surgery and his pressure has remained static.

Friendship does not adequately describe the relationship
we have with Dr. Snodgrass. He truly changed our world
by saving our vision.

Sandra Haas

When I moved to Gainesville, locating an excellent oph-
thalmologist was very important. My grandmother had suf-
fered from macular degeneration and I wanted the best
eye care available. When I met Dr. Snod-grass he was
very professional, thorough, friendly and caring. I knew my
care was in the right hands. I continue to get my annual
comprehensive eye exams and my contact lens fittings at
North Florida Cata-ract Specialists and Vision Care.

I am always excited to meet with the skilled and friendly
staff that always make me feel welcomed and valued. With
a great team of eye care professionals, premium eyewear,
incredible locations in our region, cutting-edge technology
and quality customer service. I know that I have great vi-
sual clarity and the finest eye care possible.

Eric Godet Sr.

President & CEO, of the Gainesville
Chamber of Commerce

I was so impressed with Dr. Snodgrass that I wanted to know What is the most common ailment you see, and what is the treatment?
more, so I sat down and asked him a few questions:
There are really two common ailments I see:
How did you get interested in your profession?
Cataracts with the treatment being cataract surgery where we can offer patients not only the abil-
I was a second year medical student and heard a lecture by Dr. ity to have the cloudy lens removed, but also correct the underlaying refractive error, what we call
George Weinstein, the Chairman of Ophthalmology at the West refractive cataract surgery, by correcting their nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism.
Virginia University School of Medicine. I was impressed and
thought that Ophthalmology would be a cool profession. During Glaucoma is the second most common ailment we see. Treatment options, include drop therapy
my fourth year I was able to rotate at three different Ophthalmol- to lower the intracular pressure. We also offer certain types of surgical options for glaucoma called
ogy programs - West Virginia University, Ohio State University MIGS, Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery, which can be done separate from, or in conjunction with
and University of Louisville. During that time I got significant cataract surgery.
exposure to the field of Ophthalmology and I decided to pursue
it. I did my residency at Ohio State University in Ophthalmology. How are you involved in the Gainesville community?

What makes North Florida Cataract Specialists I am a big supporter of Gator football and I have been a Bull Gator supporter for many years. I
and Vision Care unique? go to all the home games, and some away games, and continue to support the team in a Bull Gator
capacity.….Go Gators!
I love technology so the practice is very high-tech and provides
the highest standard of care with an aim to surpass anything in Nice to know that you can be seen in the Gainesville and Tioga locations, as well as the satellite
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in Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery as a surgical alternative
to glaucoma eye drops. A laser to treat floaters is available to
our clients as well. And don’t forget that we also have two retail
optical shops for a wide range of frames for you to choose from.

What don’t people know about cataract sur-
gery?

Generally people don’t understand that a cataract is a cloudy lens
inside the eye as opposed to a growth on the surface of the eye.
We take the cloudy lens out of the eye and replace it with an in-
traocular lens. That intraocular lens has the ability to correct the
need for glasses and correct underlying refractive errors, includ-
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If a patient is nervous about a procedure, how
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or what the underlying malfunction of their visual function might
be, and what our treatment method is for their underlying prob-
lem. For instance, when a patient is going to have cataract surgery
we want the patient to understand what they have, how we are go-
ing to remove the cataract and replace it with an intraocular lens.
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them medication to decrease their anxiety and make their surgery
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Bike & Walking Trails in the Good Life Community
by Terry Martin-Back
room to share an adventure. As you walk south, within pass by wetlands, other preserved areas, and traces of
M y wife, Debra and I moved back to a mile you will reach a turn-off to the Sweetwater view, old Florida. The Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail is a jewel
Gainesville over twenty years ago where it overlooks Paynes Prairie Preserve. Here you in our Good Life Community which offers you an op-
after my military career. Since then can learn some of the history of Alachua Sink. Once you portunity to get out and explore the real Florida.
I have enjoyed finding new things to get back on the trail, in less than a third of a mile you
do in our beautiful area. will be able to walk the La Chua Trail. This trail will My wife and I enjoy these trails together, of course
give you the opportunity to walk on an elevated board- when we do this together we walk the trails…lol. We
I have only recently taken up cycling and have discov- walk around the Alachua Sink and over the grasslands. look forward to seeing you out here enjoying ……the
ered several fantastic trails surrounding our community. The La Chua trail is a great place to bring your out of Good Life!
The Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail has become a regular state visitors to view alligators and wildlife of Florida.
ride for me. My wife, Debra is not a fan of cycling but The trail back to Boulware Springs has a slight incline
out of curiosity asked me where I get on the trail? I and you only have to be in moderately good shape to
start at Boulware Springs which is the head of the trail experience this walking adventure. Beyond this point,
in Gainesville, and to my surprise, my wife had no idea the trail becomes more challenging with hills and curves
what Boulware Springs was or where it is located. and if you want to get your heart rate going, take the trail
another eight-tenths of a mile and take the right fork turn
As my wife had not heard about Boulware Springs or to the Alachua Lake Overlook and enjoy the spectacular
the Hawthorne Trail I realized that there must be many view. This walk may be a little challenging for some,
others living in our Good Life Community who have no make sure you carry the supplies you need for this chal-
idea, or have the misconception of thinking, the trail is lenge. If you’re really up for a challenge, continue down
only for cyclists. If you are looking for a simple outdoor the trail and enjoy the hills and the woods to the Prairie
walking adventure, pack up the family and visit Boul- Creek Boardwalk. Its four and eight-tenths mile from
ware Springs park. Boulware Springs and a fantastic walk on the boardwalk
above the Cypress knees and an opportunity to chat with
The park is located on South East 15th Street, about some local fisherman. Beyond the Prairie Creek Board-
three miles south of Hawthorne Road. There’s ample walk is the Rochelle and the Prairie Creek Preserve and
parking, picnic tables, restrooms and an opportunity to trails. For those who cycle and want to avoid the hills,
learn about Gainesville history. Once you tour the park, there is off street parking available for that easy flat nine-
follow the path to the Gainesville-Hawthorne trail. It’s a mile trail ride into Hawthorne. Along the trail you will
wide paved path that give cyclists and hikers plenty of

Alachua Lake Overlook

Sweetwater

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GAINESVILLE GAINESVILLE TO HAWTHORNE mile POINTS OF INTEREST
STATE TRAIL
University Ave. 0 A Downtown Connection
SR 26 0 B Boulware Springs Trail-head
.7 C Spur to Sweetwater Overlook
SR 20 1 D Spur to La Chua Trail
SE 15th St. 1.8 E Spur to Alachua Lake Overlook
SE 4th St. SE 27th St. 4 F Red Wolf Pond Overlook
4.8 G Prairie Creek Fishing Bridge
NEWNAN’S 6.4 H Rochelle & Prairie Creek Preserve
LAKE 10.4 I Little Lochloosa Creek/Grove Park
11.6 J Lochloosa Creek
60th Ter 13.8 K Lochloosa Trail-head
15.2 L Hawthorne Trail-head

.1mi CR 234

CR 2082 SE 152nd St 301
CR 2082
SR 20 HAWTHORNE

.6 mi

CR CR 2082/Lake Dr.
Micano2py34
1.5 mi CR 325 Johnson St.

To To Cross Creek

PAYNES PRAIRIE PRESERVER SR 200th Dr.
STATE PARK
LOCHLOOSA WILDLIFE
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Alachua Lake Overlook Bike the Hawthorne Trail

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Community P I X

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The Whiskey Do you remember your first
Snob
whiskey experience? Chances are, it was
by mixed with something to kill the flavor of
Terry Martin Back the whiskey, or it was in a shot glass, with
screaming friends encouraging you to just
Designs shoot the shot, then the backward tilting
of your head, the burning and foul alco-
hol flavor made your face grimmest with
disgust and in some cases it tried to return
to the point of origination.

Chances are, the whiskey you were drink-
ing was intended for exactly what you
were doing, shooting shots to prove you
could handle whiskey. As I look back
through the years, my choice of whiskey
tended to be the ones that were well ad-
vertised or made me look distinguished
when I ordered a drink. The days of slam-
ming shots are long past, and I have been
introduced to flavors of good single malt
Scotch whisky, blended Scotch and ex-
ceptional Bourbons. What I look for now
is a smooth and flavorful whisky with a
pleasant aroma. For my Scotch appetite,
I prefer the Speyside Scotch, with a me-
dium peat smokiness. For my Bourbons,
I love the double barrel aging with an
Oakey flavor which can also be found in
different Scotch whisky’s. I prefer mine
served neat, some prefer a splash of pure
water and others prefer theirs poured over
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Did you know- This might seem ob- marzipan and toasted oak. The taste is
vious but Scotch is whisky that is a full body mix of vanilla, dark cara-
made…yes you guessed it, in Scot- mel, hazelnut, apple, fruit and spices.
land. Scotch is made from malted It has a long and creamy finish with
barley. Bourbon is whiskey (spelt lingering hints of honey apple.
with an e) that is made in America
and mostly from Kentucky, and made Once you taste this, you will fall in
from corn. love and understand what a quality
Bourbon whiskey is supposed to taste
Allow me to introduce you to two of like.
my favorite whisky’s; Woodford Re-
serve Double Oaked and Glenfiddich Glenfiddich made in Scotland and
12-year-old. internationally famous. This 12-year-
old Single Malt Scotch is a light gold
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, color, has a fresh aroma with hints of
is an American whiskey. The distill- fruit. It has a smooth flavor of pear
ery describes this as an innovative and subtle oak with a very creamy
approach to twice-barreled Bourbon and mild finish. If you have a desire
which creates a rich and colorful fla- to break into Scotch whiskies, this is
vor. It is uniquely matured in sepa- the best Speyside Scotch to start with.
rate, charred oak barrels. The second
barrel is deeply toasted before a light Learn more by following my blog
charring, which extracts additional on my Facebook page, The Whiskey
amounts of soft, sweet oak character. Snob.
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Local Celebrity Spotlight Meet Terry Martin-Back

Terry Martin-Back is the Associate Broker at
Exit Realty Producers, a general contractor and
a former Cavalry Scout for the US Army. He is not
only well known in our area for his real estate work,
but also for his fundraising efforts for Peaceful
Paths and other charities.

Where are you from? What is your favorite thing to snack on? What is the one bit of luxury you can’t
I grew up in Northern Indiana Nuts, nacho chips and salsa or gluten free crackers and live without?
goat cheddar or brie cheese. The ability to travel
Where did you go to school?
My college education was from different colleges while If you had $5000 to investment what What is your favorite TV show and why?
stationed at different Army bases and outpost. To name would you do with it? I don’t have one.. TV is a big waste of time and rather
a few; St Leo University, Central Texas, University of Buy some tax deeds and force them to sale. boring. I would rather be listening to music, write or just
Michigan, Barton County Community College. read a book or something on the internet.
Do you have a favorite quote?
Why did you move to this area? The maximum effective range of an excuse is zero! Where do you donate unwanted things
While stationed at Ft. Stewart, Georgia, one of my bar- to?
racks buddies asked me if I wanted to go to Gainesville Who inspired you as a child? Towels and linens go to Peaceful Paths, Furniture and
Florida with him for the weekend to do a little partying My Grandfather, lived almost like pioneers in southeast- household items go to Habitat for Humanity or Hospice
and play some pick-up soccer on Sunday. We caught up ern Kentucky, farmed with mules and lived off the land. Attic, clothes to Salvation Army.
with his uncle who we were going to be staying with He taught me the value and rewards of hard work.
who was painting a girl’s kitchen. Just as we were get- Do you wear a regular watch or an Apple
ting ready to leave, this little blue-eyed brunette walks What was the best advice your parents Watch and why?
through the door. I married her 39 years ago, we traveled ever gave you? I don’t wear a watch; I have my phone.
around the country and overseas and came back home to Always work to the best of your ability… if a job is
Gainesville in 1996. worth doing, it’s worth doing it right. What was your first car, what do you drive
now, and what would be your dream car?
How do you relax? What is your favorite thing to do locally? At the age of 16 my real first vehicle was a 1966 Ford
Sitting on the couch at night with headphones on listen- Riding the trails around the area on my bicycle and at- Custom. At 17 I had a 1969 Dodge Super Bee 6-Pack
ing to some heavy metal rock, alternative or blues with a tending the Gainesville Community Play-house, the that I raced. What I drive now is a Toyota Pick-up or a
dram of Scotch close by. Hippodrome, Phillips Center and the Acrosstown Rep- Chevy Impala. My future dream car is a C-6 Corvette
ertory Theatre. Z06.
Where do you like to go for a weekend
getaway and why? What is your favorite movie and why?
We like to cruise. With so many ports available in Flor- “Summer of ‘42,” as you know, I’m a combat veteran
ida, it’s easy to catch a last-minute cruise to the Carib- who comes from a long line of men who served our
bean or Mexico. We like Celebrity cruise line and go for country. My uncle died in France during WWII and the
3 to 4 nights. A few of our favorite stops are to Costa movie depicts what was happening with young boys
Maya and Belize. One thing we always stock up on during the war and the how loved ones received notice
while over there is, Marie Sharpe Hot sauce from Belize. of the death of their soldier. Heartwarming and funny.

What do you listen to in your car? What is your favorite meal?
Talk radio on the Sky, or Alternative rock I like to cook, smoked ribs, sweet potato fries and greens.

What was your first job, what did you What have you always wanted to do but 1969 Dodge Super Bee 6-Pack
learn from it and how much was your first never done?
pay check? Get licensed to drive a top fuel dragster and go through
the traps at over 200 mph.
I grew up on the farm so when I was old enough, I
worked with other famers in the area; bailing hay, clean- What gadget or app, do you love and why?
ing out barn stalls. A typical day of work, (back in the I love Youtube, put my headphones on and listen or sit
60’s), I made .75-$1.00 per hour, working all day for behind my drums and make a lot of noise…
$7-$10.

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Lots of vegetables, soy milk, goat and sheep cheese and self ?
a couple of bottles of Riesling as it’s my wife’s favorite
wine. Apply yourself in school and look beyond what you
have right in front of you.
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$1.50 Draft Beer

Soul Food Sunday

Fried or Smoked ● Pork Chops
Fried Chicken ● BBQ Ribs

Veggie Plate ● Home Made Meatloaf