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HEALTH

among experts. It’s also still unclear Studies find that hormone replace- they have Alzheimer’s,” she says. “The The memory loss continued after
what causes these deficits – hor- ment therapy doesn’t prevent or im- message is: It’s unlikely you have it her periods ceased in 2002, but to a
mones or other factors – and whether prove cognition deficits in menopaus- this early, and this is not uncommon.” much lesser extent, Lea says.
they continue postmenopause. al women. But research suggests that
it can prevent the onset of depression Lea says she thinks that stress “I still forgot words, and the foggi-
With all the uncertainties, however, upon entering perimenopause. probably deepened her problems. ness went on for some time, particu-
scientists don’t doubt these problems Her former husband with whom she larly on waking in the morning, not
exist, and can be disruptive. “I think it’s very clear that a sub- shared a daughter died unexpectedly knowing what day it was or what I
group of women do develop depres- without leaving a will. He never re- was meant to be doing,” she says.
“Growing evidence says this is sion, for some for the first time in married, and it fell to Lea to sort out
real,” says Miriam Weber, associate their lives, and there is evidence that his estate. Simultaneously, work pres- But after starting a new job in 2004,
professor of neurology and obstetrics declining estrogen contributes to its sures increased. her symptoms improved rapidly.
and gynecology at the University of development,” says Peter Schmidt,
Rochester, whose research suggests chief of the behavioral endocrinol- “There’s some doubt as to “I was fortunate to have a support
that symptoms typically begin during ogy branch at the National Institute whether my memory loss issues position with a much lesser amount
perimenopause. of Mental Health and one of the study were solely the result of me going of responsibility, and I began to feel
authors. Replacing waning estrogen through menopause, or because of useful again,” Lea says. “I haven’t
“Multiple studies have shown de- “does seem to be effective in improv- the stress that I was experiencing at noticed anything severe in terms
clines in memory and attention,” ing mood,” he adds. that time,” she says. of memory loss from that time on-
Weber says. “What we don’t know wards.” 
is whether it persists. So far it seems Also, he points out that depression
like it may be temporary, just through itself may harm cognition.
the transition” from perimenopause
through menopause. “When you get depressed, it does
affect your attention and retention of
One recent study of low-income information,” Schmidt says. “While
women of color, some of them HIV the majority of women go through
infected, suggests that cognitive de- the transition from normal reproduc-
clines may linger into postmeno- tive life to menopause without any
pause for some, although demo- problems of depression and cogni-
graphics also may influence this, says tive change, a subgroup does report
Stephanie Faubion, medical director changes in mood behavior as well as
of the North American Menopause cognition. So, it’s real for some wom-
Society (NAMS), which published the en – but not all.”
research in its journal, Menopause.
Maki agrees. “Some women ex-
“These findings, which differ from perience no symptoms and others
those of prior studies, may be a result experience clinically meaningful
of lower income women with multiple symptoms,” she says. “The severity
risk factors for cognitive dysfunction,” and duration of menopause-related
says Faubion, citing low education, declines in memory likely depends
mental health disorders, trauma ex- on many factors such as the level of
posure, substance use and infections memory skill a woman had before
such as hepatitis C and HIV, which menopause, the severity of sleep and
could make them “more vulnerable vasomotor symptoms, mood chang-
to longer-lasting cognitive changes in es, lifestyle factors, a woman’s sensi-
menopause.” tivity to changes in estrogen, and life
stressors.”
Pauline Maki, past president of
NAMS and professor of psychia- Life stressors could be an impor-
try, psychology and obstetrics and tant contributor, Parnes says.
gynecology at the University of Il-
linois at Chicago – and one of the “Think where they are in life,” she
study authors – estimates that 1 in 10 says. “I do think hormones affect cog-
women will have “clinically signifi- nition, but there are so many factors,
cant” menopause-related cognitive it’s not just hormonal. These are mid-
changes, even into the postmeno- dle-aged women with more expenses,
pause years. She says more research is kids in college, elderly parents – there
needed into how long, and why, these are a lot of things they worry about.”
symptoms can last.
Weber and other experts suggest
“We need a better understanding of physical exercise as one way to cope,
who is vulnerable to persistent meno- along with the often-recommended
pause-related cognitive changes array of stimulating activities for the
and why, so that we can personalize brain, such as crossword puzzles,
strategies for maintaining cognitive reading books and newspapers, even
health into the postmenopause,” she “engaging in thoughtful discussions,”
says. with other people.

Researchers do believe hormones Also, finding ways to ensure good
are involved, although they aren’t sleep will help, especially since sleep
sure how or to what extent. disruptions during menopause have
an effect on brain function. “If you
“We think it does have to do with don’t sleep well, your memory and
hormonal changes, but memory cognitive abilities are going to suffer,”
problems are also related to things Parnes says.
like depression, sleep disturbances
and hot flashes,” Weber says. “How- Women shouldn’t assume they
ever, we know that even when we are fated for cognitive difficulties or
control for those, we still see these ef- worse, Weber says. “Many women ex-
fects. So, they aren’t the whole story.” perience memory changes and worry

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What would these Friends’ mid-life style look like now?

BY KRISSY TURNER plenty of comfy jerseys and denim. It
The Telegraph should be no surprise then that the
sitcom was a hit over lockdown.
As a teenager watching the 1990s
sitcom “Friends,” the fashion served It’s currently one of the most
as relatable style inspiration. High- streamed series ever on Netflix, even
waisted jeans, slogan T-shirts, sweat- though it’s been 17 years since the last
shirts and denim mini skirts were the episode aired. Its fan base is likely big-
ordinary clothes commonplace on ger than it’s ever been, which is why
Rachel, Monica and Phoebe, much news of tonight’s upcoming reunion
like they were in my own casual episode has us all talking.
wardrobe.
After a few false starts due to the
Over the years, the fashion grew pandemic, “Friends: The Reunion”
up with the characters. When Rachel is finally set to air. The full original
got her first job in fashion in her late cast – and a host of celebrity guests,
20s, she wore slick trouser suits, kitten including Reese Witherspoon, who
heels and tortoiseshell barrette clips made appearances throughout the
to the office – much like I imagined series, and Cindy Crawford – will look
I would when I began working in the at the impact the show has had over
fashion industry. the years, rather than an original epi-
sode with the cast stepping back into
There are, of course, episodes character.
throughout the series where the
women dress up. Fans will know that If the reunion episode had been
countless weddings crop up over the one that picked up where we left the
years that require black tie looks, but six friends in 2004, the stars would all
ultimately, following six young friends be in their early-fifties now. Monica,
through their day-to-day dramas Phoebe and Rachel’s wardrobes per-
(namely coffee shop catch-ups) meant fectly epitomized their personalities
and were a yardstick of the time, and
we’d hope that “Friends’” costume de-

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she’d stay true to now she’s in her 50s. slim ribbed knits and modest bias cut
I’d like to think she would love that midi skirts would still be her staples,
but being the fashion darling that she
velvet and corduroy suiting is con- is, I’d like to think Rachel would still
sidered a classic option now, though be tempted by this season’s big trends.
I’d also like to see her opt for trend- She could add a modern touch to her
led pieces by Saint Laurent or Ce- pared-back looks with a fabulous It
line – think ladylike A-line skirts bag or sculptural jewelry.
and frothy blouses, with knee-high
leather boots by day and slingbacks Phoebe Buffay
Signature style: ’70s Boho, quirky,
by night. eccentric
2021 go-to brands: Chloè, Isabel
Rachel Green Marant, Zimmermann
Signature style: Minimal, sleek, Her 2021 style muse: Sienna Miller
preppy The lovable Phoebe had fun with
2021 go-to brands: The Row, fashion and rarely sported anything
Tibi, Victoria Beckham dull. Her Boho vibe meant printed floaty
Her 2021 style muse: Rosie dresses, tiered maxi skirts, fringed
Huntington-Whiteley jackets and embroidered knits were de
rigueur, so she’d be pleased with the
Myriad Instagram accounts wave of luxury sustainable brands that
charting Rachel Green’s best looks tick her aesthetic boxes, like Gabriela
have thousands of followers, and her Hearst, Doên and Lauren Manoogian.
chic ’90s outfits mean she’s still con- I imagine Phoebe would love all
sidered an inspirational muse today. of the rust, mustard and pistachio
Nailing her signature aesthetic with shades around this season, and might
the current collections should be a be pleased to know that two of this
breeze, since her go-to minimal vibe summer’s must-haves are her old fa-
is very of-the-moment. It’s for that vorites: the printed peasant blouse
reason I hope she’d enjoy the nostal- and the folk-friendly nap dress. Now
gia element that the current wave of in her early 50s, I’d like to see her pair
’90s accessories brings, though she them with chunky boots or sandals
might like to opt for more practical and bright handbags. 
options than the spindly heels and
micro handbags she wore back then.

Kitten heeled sandals, slick blazers,

signer Debra McGuire would have had When we left Monica back in 2004,
them stay true to their signature style, she was moving out of her infamous
but with added grown-up polish. Manhattan apartment and cradling
one of her newborn twins, who would
Monica Geller have recently celebrated their 16th
Signature style: Polished, timeless, birthday. Having found her feet as a
practical head chef at a fancy restaurant, Mon-
2021 go-to brands: Saint Laurent, ica’s wardrobe erred on the elegant
Prada, Alexa Chung and smart end of the style spectrum
Her 2021 style muse: Katie Holmes then, and I’d hope it’s the aesthetic

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How to dress up again: 6 key pieces to try now

BY LISA ARMSTRONG, BETHAN HOLT, ing up, which, you may remember, can
CAROLINE LEAPER, TAMARA ARAHAM, come in many guises – one woman’s
KRISSY TURNER AND HIKMAT MOHAMMED handkerchief crop top is another’s pie-
crust collar shirt.
The Telegraph
How to wear it: The best Trophy Tops
Begone, under-dressing: These are come with surprising details in all kinds
the pieces to solve all your dressing up of places – it might have a cut-out at the
dilemmas ... back, balloon sleeves or sea creature-ish
ruffles. As the name suggests, you can
The sunglasses What to wear them with: If you’re let your TT do the talking and keep ev-
Why they’re right for now: More like going for a colorful statement, keep the erything else effortless.
why sunnies are always right – first, rest of your outfit understated and go
they protect your eyes and the area easy on the jewelry. Makeup wise, any What to wear it with: The old trick
around your eyes. So yes, that’s a bar- lipstick should tone, not clash, with the of jeans and a nice top is as relevant as
rier against wrinkling, but also against frames. LA ever, and a fail-safe formula if you’re a bit
developing cataracts. They really are rusty in the styling stakes (who isn’t?). If
important for eye health, particularly if The trophy top you want to dial things up a notch then a
you have blue or light-colored eyes. Also Why it’s right for now: You may be sick chic pair of tailored cigarette trousers or
– not to be under-estimated – there is no of hearing about Zoom blouses but nev- palazzos will also make a great accom-
faster, easier route to glamour. That’s a er fear, this is a very different beast. The paniment. If your TT errs on the side of
rhetorical question. Trophy Top isn’t constrained by camera boho, try pairing tucking it into a denim
How to wear them: With everything, angles and the need for neckline interest A-line skirt. BH
obviously. More to the point, your specs but is all about the fun of real-life dress-
say a lot about you. Have you gone for Bottom-down dressing
Old School Status? Are you sufficiently Why it’s right for now: Throughout
confident to make do with Boots’ own? the pandemic, we were all dressing to be
Or do you feel these days it’s all about seen from the waist up. Statement ear-
the eco version? rings, collared blouses, padded head-
bands – items that could add some im-
pact to one’s appearance on video calls

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sold especially well for big retailers. But turn to a wider variety of footwear. Steer with every accessory you throw at it. remained rel-
now the bottom half is back. As we re- clear of the stilettos, though; they’ll feel Metallic mules and sparkly earrings evant. Dressing
unite with friends and family, it’s time like stilts. Instead, try a low-heel mule, it for dinner? Check. White sneakers and up again can be
to seize the opportunity to remind them looks as stylish as it is comfortable. For a a grey crewneck knit for an evening at scary, but a few
that you do have legs. Let bold, wide-leg little more height, a clog is flattering. the cinema? Check. Chunky sandals statement pieces
trousers and fun printed skirts be the fo- and a denim jacket for a friends’ barbe- will push you into
cal point of all outfits going forward. How to wear them: Show off your cue? Check! KT having more fun.
shoes with cropped jeans and trousers – How to wear it: Jewelry
How to wear it: These wide-leg cot- high-waist styles will create the illusion Statement jewelry hasn’t had much chance to sing on
ton Numie trousers come in a rich sun- of longer legs. The same applies to skirts Why it’s right for now: Jewelry is one recent outdoor dining excursions,
flower color and have a gentle paper-bag and dresses, so choose hemlines that fall of the few decorative touches to have so take this opportunity to pile it up.
waist tied with a belt. Whatever top you somewhere between the shin and ankle. My way of getting the most wear out
choose needs to be tucked in to allow of my jewelry is to stack my brace-
these features to be seen and to give the What to wear it with: My favorite lets and rings, layer necklaces on top
illusion of longer legs. way to style mules is with a silky slip of each other and odd earrings are
skirt for a 1990s aesthetic that’s per- much more interesting than a stan-
What to wear it with: Do a plain or fect for an evening out. For a less for- dard matching pair.
striped T-shirt and flats for a daytime mal, daytime look, clogs are perfect for Rustic gold works for all skin tones,
look, or add platform sandals and a gold- wearing with boyfriend jeans rolled up while smooth gold needs to be care-
flecked blouse and gold jewelry for the at the ankle. TA fully chosen – opt for rose-gold and
evening. CL light yellow if you’re pale, olive and
The jumpsuit darker skins suit more rich tones. Col-
Shoes that aren’t sneakers Why it’s right for now: With evenings ored stones can make your piece seem
Why they’re right for now: Now that out back on the cards, something spe- more expensive – I’d recommend going
we have places to go and people to see, cial that doesn’t steer too far away from for sumptuous tones of emerald green
it feels thrilling to finally be able to re- our comfort zone is key. A lightly tai- and onyx black.
lored jumpsuit is equal parts polished What to wear it with: Remember
and relaxed, and in a slinky fabric and that statement jewelry is there to
chic print it makes it appear you’ve complement your outfit, not compete
made lots of effort. with it. A monochrome polo neck or
How to wear it: This one-hit wonder shirt is a sleek way to show it off, while
requires little thought, so it’s ideal if a broderie anglaise blouse will add a
you’re in need of a slow return to dress- boho feel without erring into festival
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PETS

Bonz says pooches don’t come any cool-ah than Nula

Hi Dog Buddies! ended up here in FLOOR-uh- Nula. an forth. “That’s some
duh, which is where Mom
Nula MacGlennon is Yorkie/terrier found me, Thank Lassie. I tough giraffe,” I mused.
mixture: an Only Dog with big brown was about 3. Now I’m about
eyes, gold legs an paws, long bouncy 8. What happened was, “But,” Nula contin-
gold bangs, an gray in the other places. Mom’s pooch Roxie hadda
Totally cute. go to Dog Heaven, an when ued, “I DO sorta chew
Mom got through being Too
“Good afternoon!” I said. “I’m Bonzo Sad To Get Another Dog, my Lambchop stuffy.
the Columnist. It’s a pleasure to meet she found a Liddle Dog Site
you.” on the line and saw my I recently demolished
pick-shur. Then she drove
Nula trotted right up with her Mom to to the shell-ter where I was, my third Lambchop, so
greet me an my assistant. Ackshully, she an we met. When the shell-
mostly greeted my assistant, with enthu- ter humans brought me Mom’s gettin’ me anoth-
siastic wiggles an kisses. out, I had liddle yellow bows
in my ears.” er one.
Finally, she trotted over to me for the
Wag-an-Sniff. “Good afternoon, Mr. Nula zipped off, then zipped back with “Mostly, I do stuff with
Bonzo. I’m Nula MacGlennon, an this a pick-shur. “Here, see?”
is my Mom an BFF, Kathleen. I don’t do Mom. Like ridin’ to work
anything without her if I don’t HAFF It was Nula wearin’ her yellow bows. I
to. Ackshully, no offense, I’m not really could see why a human couldn’t possibly with her on Saturdays. I
a Dog’s Dog, you know? I’m more of a resist her adorable-ness.
People Dog.” love the wind in my face,
“I ran right up an jumped into Mom’s
“I sorta gathered that, Miss Nula. No lap,” Nula continued. “An she said, ‘That’s an sayin’ hi to the other
offense taken.” IT!’ After the shelter humans checked
Mom out to be sure I’d have a Good Forev- pooches along the way.
“Anyway,” she continued, “I was read- er Home, Mom got to take me home. My
ing your column the other day, an asked original name was Nuala. But Mom tried Also chillin’ on the porch
Mom if she thought maybe I could be in it hollerin’ ‘New-WALLA! New-WAAALL-
like all those other pooches.” LA!’ a few times an we agreed it was Not sometimes with other frenly humans. with Mom and sharin’ ap-
Me. So we removed an ‘A.’ “A while back, I discovered this Crispy
“I’m duh-lighted you Woof-mailed, ples-an-peanut butter. Or the occasional
Miss Nula,” I replied. “Cool Kibbles! Got any pooch or people Biscuits Thing called ‘DIGGIN’. Have you
frens?” heard about it? One day, Mom couldn’t Green Bean. I also greatly enjoy Chiggen
“Me too,” she agreed. “Let’s go sit on find me. She hollered an hollered an fi-
the sofa. Do I just yap and you write it “Sure. Mostly human. My sister Erika nally found me over by the fence with Chips. You GOTTA try ’em!
down?” visits. An Ant Natalie. Her pooch, Bella, my nose in the ground. I was scratchin’
a Cocker Spaniel, stayed with us once, in the dirt, an then this HOLE appeared. “Me an Mom have a roo-TEEN: Break-
“Exactly,” I replied, opening my note- but she got Real Homesick. We hadda cat, It was amazin’ Bonzo! I keep whooshin’
book. Kiki. I was cool with her, but she went to the dirt into a pile, an this HOLE keeps fast at 8. An dinner’s buh-tween 4 an 5. At
Cat Heaven. Then there’s Julie, my Styl- gettin’ bigger an bigger. My whole face
Nula had jumped onto my assistant’s ist. I love the way she does my bangs. An was in it, an I was covered with dirt. It bedtime we read or watch TV on her Very
lap an was bestowing kisses an nose there’s the Pool Guy. An the Yard Guy. An was grrreat! I thought I was in trubble,
bumps. When she returned to her Mom’s the A/C guy. He’s got a funny pooch name but Mom just laffed.” Big Bed. I have my own pillows an ev-
lap, I inquired, “Where are you from, – Barker. They give me Snacks.”
originally?” “Ackshully, I HAVE heard about Dig- erything. When it’s time to sleep, I jump
“Whaddya do for fun?” gin,” I replied, tryin’ not to laff myself.
“I was born way far away in a place “Mostly hang with Mom. We of- down into my own cozy bed. I’m not a
called Bend. First you go left, then you go fen go to that dog park by the river. I “I also like chasin’ bunnies. They’re
up. It takes a long time. Anyway, me an my sniff around with the other pooch- too fast to catch, tho, which is fine with Cuddler, purr-say, but, if Mom ever needs
litter were in Dire Straights so we got res- es, but mostly I sit next to Mom, or me, cuzza the Fluff Factor. Before Mom
cued an taken to a nice place called Sky lets me out to play, she bangs the door to me, I’m always there for her. I check. If
Dog SANK-chew-warry. I don’t remem- warn the bunnies.”
ber much cuzza bein’ just a puppy, but I she coughs or anything, I’m like, ‘MOM!
“How ’bout lizards?”
“I was chasin’ a lizard this one time an MOM! Are you OK?’ I take Watchin’ Over
I ran smack into the fence. Woof, was that
embarrassin’! So – no lizards.” Mom VERY Seriously.”
“Any favorite toys?”
“Erika’s stuffy giraffe from when she Headin’ home, I was smilin’ at the
was liddle: I NEVER chew it cuz it’s OLD.”
Nula fetched a well-worn-but-still- thought of charmin’ liddle Nula with yel-
intact yellow-an-white giraffe an laid it
down gently. Her Mom squeezed its leg low ribbons in her ears. I was also makin’
an its neck began moving slowly back
a Note-To-Self to puh-lightly ask grampa

to obtain a bag of Chiggen Chips for me.

Till next time,

The Bonz

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Instagram: komanfineart HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ARTS DISTRICT GALLERIES Website: barbarakrupp.com
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon. to Sat. All are open during 5 to 8 p.m. First Friday Gallery Strolls
The Rowe Gallery
Laughing Dog Gallery Artists Guild Gallery 46 Royal Palm Pointe. 302-521-4175
2910 Cardinal Drive. 772-234-6711 1974 14th Avenue. 772-299-1234 Website: therowegallery.com
Website: thelaughingdoggallery.com Website: artistsguildgalleryofverobeach.com Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thurs., to 6 p.m. Fri.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues. to Sat. Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tues. to Fri., and 11 and Sat., noon to 4 p.m. Sun.
a.m. to 3 p.m. monthly on first Sat.
Meghan Candler Gallery
6160 Hwy A1A - Village Shops. 772-234-8811 Raw Space Kathleen Rosemary Kemp
Website: meghancandlergallery.com 1795 Old Dixie Hwy. 772-410-9126
Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues. to Sat. Website: artconceptalternative.org Kathleen Rosemary Kemp surrendered
Hours: 3 to 6 p.m. Wed. to Fri.; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat. to the will of her Heavenly Father on
Ocean Drive Gallery May 15th, 2021 at 3:30 pm. Her husband
3349 Ocean Drive, Suite 8, 2nd Floor. 772-579-7667 Artist Bungalow and two daughters were by her side. She
Website: oceandrivegalleryverobeach.com 1905 14th Avenue. 772-205-7631 was born on March 31, 1948 to the late
Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wed. to Sat. artistbungalow.com Vera and Gerald Kane of Saddle River,
Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tues., Thurs. and Fri. New Jersey. She was a past resident of
Palm House Gallery & Studio Ridgewood and Mantoloking NJ and
3227 Ocean Drive (2nd floor). 772-231-6816 Gallery 14 currently resided in Vero Beach Florida.
Website: palmhousegallery.com 1911 14th Avenue. 772-562-5525 She is survived by her husband of 52 years John B Kemp III of
Website: gallery14verobeach.com Vero Beach, Florida, two daughters, Kristin Seelert (husband
Steve Diossy Marine Art Gallery Hours: 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Tues. to Fri.; 10 a.m. to Steve) of New Canaan, Connecticut and Lynsey Jackson (husband
3247 Ocean Drive. 772-205 2973 4 p.m. Sat. Joe) of Ridgewood, New Jersey, and her five grandchildren, Riley,
Website: stevediossy.com May Guest Artist: Digital Art by Rhett Palmer Macklin and Robert Seelert and John and Paige Jackson. Kathy’s
talents were endless; painting, golf, and cooking, but her passion
was her grandchildren. With her infectious smile and personality,
Kathy was adored by anyone who was lucky enough to know her.

Kathy was a member of The John’s Island Club of Vero Beach
Florida, a parishioner of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Vero
Beach and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, New
Jersey. She was a past Chairwoman for the Vero Beach Museum of
Art Gala, was a mentor at the Crossover Mission in Vero Beach
and had been an artist at the Palm House Gallery.

Her family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the many
supportive friends, family members and doctors who helped her
to courageously fight through an 18-month battle with lung cancer.
Kathy leaves a legacy of strength, love and faith.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday May 25th from 5:00-8:00pm
at the C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home, 306 E. Ridgewood Ave.
Ridgewood. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Wednesday May
26th at 10:00am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Ridgewood.
Interment will be private. www.vanemburgh.com

Arrangements by Strunk Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
An online guest book available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com

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CALENDAR

DINING ROOM OPEN ONGOING 29 Once Upon an Orchestra, a 45-minute
storytelling and musical series for tots,
THE ENTIRE MENU IS Check with organizations directly for up- 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at McKee Botanical Garden,
AVAILABLE FOR TAKEOUT dates/cancellations. features “The Story of Rapunzel,” an engaging
composition by Vero Beach composer R. Michael
OR DELIVERY Vero Beach Museum of Art: VBMA Glass Daugherty featuring the Space Coast Symphony
AVAILABLE THROUGH Works, high-quality glass artworks chosen by string quartet following the “narrator’s GPS direc-
the curator through Sept. 1; and A Tribute to tions.” Free with McKee admission. 855-252-7276
GRUBHUB Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Selections from the
Tom Golden Collection through Sept. 5. 772- 30 Double Bass Recital, 3 p.m. at First Pres-
ONLINE ORDERING WITH 231-0707 byterian Church, featuring Dezmond
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to graduate in May from the University of Miami
SALADS, PASTA, VEAL, A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery: Through Frost School of Music, accompanied by Jacob
CHICKEN , SUBS the Eye of the Camera annual juried exhibition, Craig, director of music at First Presbyterian. $10
AND DESSERTS through June 18. 772-465-0630 donation suggested. 772-562-9088

OPEN FOR LUNCH FROM 11:30 ON TUES. & FRI. I OPEN FOR DINNER TUES. - SUN. AT 4 P.M. First Friday Gallery Strolls in Downtown Vero 31 Memorial Day Observation Ceremony, 9
Beach Arts District, monthly from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary.
56 Royal Palm Pointe  772-567-4160  Follow us on Facebook & Instagram p.m.
31 Memorial Day Ceremony, 9 a.m. at Navy
MAY SEAL Museum, includes dedication of Me-
morial Garden, with its Memorial Wall and Naval
Solutions from Games Pages ACROSS DOWN Special Warfare K-9 Memorial and a Living Beach.
in May 20, 2021 Edition 1 MERCHANDISE 2 EAGER
9 SUGGEST 3 CLEMENT 3-5 Riverside Theatre for Kids presents
10 TORSO 4 ANTHER Joseph and the Amazing Technicol-
11 EERIE 5 DETER or Dreamcoat, featuring a cast of 19 talented
12 EARMARK 6 SURFACE performers, 6:30 p.m. Thurs. and Fri., 2 p.m.
13 TRUSTY 7 OSTENTATION and 6:30 p.m. Sat. $10. 772-231-6990
15 ASPECT 8 POCKETMONEY
18 TICKETS 14 UNCANNY JUNE
20 OUTDO 16 STOPPER
22 OWNER 17 ESTEEM
23 EXPIATE 19 EYRIE
24 HYPERMARKET 21 TRACE

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Publishing, 3 to 8 p.m. at the Heritage
Center, featuring 15 local authors in various
genres, including poetry, travel, politics, fiction
and children’s books.

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RIVERFRONT HOME OFFERS ‘TRANQUILITY
WE’VE ALL BEEN LOOKING FOR’

8625 Seacrest Drive in Orchid Isle Estates: 4-bedroom, 4-bath, 2-story, 4,800-square-foot waterfront home
on .61-acre lot offered for $1,390,000 by Kimberly Keithahn of Alex MacWilliam Real Estate: 772-321-4656

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Riverfront home offers ‘tranquility we’ve all been looking for’

BY SAMANTHA ROHLFING BAITA rectangles and triangles creates a and balusters, and white oak rails ery, gnarled oaks and shimmering
Staff Writer beautiful first impression. Against the and treads. river flowing eternally by.
light peach façade, a quartet of arched
A glorious estate located within an windows with white shutters adds to The interior is filled with natural Making use of angles, bay-like
oak-shaded, gated community on one curb appeal, while a small balcony light, flowing through a multitude configurations, and numerous, large
of the Indian River Lagoon’s loveliest and a covered, columned two-story of tall, clear windows and long glass clear-pane windows, the brilliant in-
islands, the 4,800-square-foot home entry porch invite you inside. window-and-slider walls. The won- terior design ensures that every room
at 8625 Seacrest Dr. in Orchid Isle Es- derful, wide-open spaces within are has an excellent view, most in two or
Past white double doors flanked further enhanced by lofty ceilings more directions.

tates comes with spectacular sunrise by slender sidelights and carriage and excellent color choices – gentle The octagonal open kitchen sits in
and sunset views and much, much lamps, the spacious, white-columned pastel taupe, peach and sand tones. the center of the first floor, between
more. foyer impresses immediately, soaring White millwork extends throughout the family room to the south and
to the second level and presided over the home, upstairs and down. the dining room at the opposite end.
Nicely set in the center of the long from on high by a stunning chande- You’ll find a wealth of Corian counter
well-landscaped lawn, the home lier. To the right, a handsome open In this peaceful and welcoming space and beautiful sand-hued wood
glows with charm and welcome. No- staircase gleams with white risers place, the eyes are ever directed to cabinetry offering built-in double
tice how the use of arches, circles, the gorgeous vistas of tropical green-

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convection ovens, microwave and Open to the kitchen on the north
cabinet-front side-by-side a Sub Zero side is a formal dining room, which
fridge/freezer. features another elegant chandelier.

The electric cooktop sits in a center Accessed from the dining room as
island, and the double stainless-steel well as the foyer is the formal living
sink occupies another island, both
facing the stunning window/slider room, another gracious and light-
wall that extends the entire length of filled space with superb views to the
the home’s west side, revealing the north, east and west.
expansive view, and making KP tasks
less chore and more fun. Also on this side is a garage entry,
and a gloriously large laundry/utility
Adjacent is a charming breakfast room with washer/dryer, sink, coun-
bay looking out upon the screened ter space and tons of storage.
pool, covered lanai, long sweep of
emerald lawn, broad swath of green South off the foyer is a full bath
mangroves, L-shaped dock and spar- with shower. Here, too, looking out
kling water. upon the front lawn, is the beauti-
ful, first-floor bedroom suite, bright
The family room, too, offers the and spacious. The bathroom features
beautiful view. The other star attrac- a delicious oval tub within an al-
cove, cultured marble in a soft mossy
tion here is one of the home’s two green. At the top of the wall, a wide
wood-burning fireplaces, handsome- glass block panel provides both light
ly ensconced within the all-stone and privacy.
south wall, with full-length hearth
suitable for seating. The second level is home to the
grand owner’s suite and two addi-

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tional bedrooms. The landing looks
down upon the foyer and is roomy
enough for a pleasant sitting room.
Spacious barely describes the 26-foot
by 29-foot owner’s suite, which boasts
the most gorgeous of the home’s gor-
geous views. There is a cozy fireplace
with luscious green cultured marble
surround, and a large walk-in closet.

From this lovely sanctuary you can
enjoy spectacular sunrises and colorful
sunsets from your private east-facing
balcony or the wide balcony that spans
the home’s entire west side. Sip morn-
ing coffee as you watch the lagoon come
alive with activity as fish, birds and dol-
phins enjoy its flowing waters.

As evening falls, catch the almost
constant breezes off the water and un-
wind with a beverage of choice. A bird
call, neighbors’ lights twinkling from
across the water, occasional river traf-
fic, and, of course, the darkening sky

VITAL STATISTICS
8625 SEACREST DRIVE

Neighborhood:
Orchid Isle Estates

Year built: 1993
Construction:
Reinforced concrete block
Lot size: .61-acre
Home size: 4,800 square feet
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4 full baths
Additional features:
Gated community; private
closed-circuit cameras; 3-unit
central air; ceiling fans; excep-
tional storage; crown molding;
balconies; lofty ceilings; two
owners’ suites; 2 fireplaces;
2-bay garage; screen-enclosed
pool/patio; 2017 tile roof; ir-
rigation sprinkler; 95-foot river

frontage
Listing agency:
Alex MacWilliam Real Estate
Listing agent:
Kimberly Keithahn,
772-321-4656
Listing price:
Recently reduced to $1,390,000

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offer a soothing drift into night. and cabinet unit and could serve as a
The owner’s bath is vast and daz- wonderful office; or you could trans-
form both rooms and bath into an-
zling, with a water closet, large walk- other spacious suite.
in shower, miles of countertop and
cabinetry, with a mirror spanning the Listing agent Kimberly Keithahn
entirety, along with another splendid beautifully sums up the ambience of
garden/Roman tub. this outstanding estate: “It’s the tran-
quility we’ve all been looking for.”
The countertop, shower, tub and
elevated surround all are in a won- Orchid Isle Estates is a short,
derful shade of deep rosy pink/brown pleasant drive north of Vero Beach’s
cultured marble, and the tub is clev- charming Village by the Sea with its
erly angled so, in complete privacy, many fine restaurants, pubs, shops
you can soak to your heart’s content and boutiques, as well as Riverside
while enjoying the view through a tall Park – home of Riverside Theatre (Eq-
double window at the tub’s foot. uity); the Vero Beach Museum of Art;
Vero Marina; a riverside dog park;
The remaining bedrooms share and numerous festivals and events
a jack-and-jill bath. The front bed- throughout the year. 
room has a large corner built-in shelf

SEAQUAY

4800 HIGHWAY A1A; #410

3 beds / 3 baths
3300 SqFt  Oceanfront

Open House:
Sunday May 30. 2021

1:00PM-4:00PM

O: 772.538.1111
E: [email protected]
W: RardinRealEstate.com

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Real Estate Sales on the Barrier Island: May 14 to May 20

The middle of May saw the island real estate market remain red hot with 31 transactions closing
last week, including seven for more than $1 million.
Our featured sale of the week was of a waterfront residence in Central Beach. The home at 201
Live Oak Road was placed on the market April 13 for $2.5 million. The sale closed on May 14 for
the full asking price.
The seller in the transaction was represented by Cindy O’Dare and Richard Boga of Premier
Estate Properties. The purchaser was represented by Lori Strazzulla of Compass Florida.

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES AND LOTS

SUBDIVISION ADDRESS LISTED ORIGINAL MOST RECENT SOLD SELLING
ASKING PRICE ASKING PRICE PRICE
$4,375,000
$4,550,000 $2,400,000
WINDSOR 9980 RENFREW AVE 1/4/2021 $2,700,000 $4,550,000 5/17/2021 $1,450,000
OCEANSIDE 580 REEF RD 1/8/2021 $1,425,000 $2,700,000 5/18/2021 $1,375,000
$1,795,000 $1,325,000
PALM ISL PLANTATION 240 PALM ISLAND LANE 1/4/2021 $1,395,000 $1,445,000 5/14/2021 $1,295,000
$1,349,990 $950,000
INDIAN BAY POINT 535 POINT LN 9/24/2020 $1,295,000 $1,579,000 5/19/2021
$1,700,000
ESTUARY THE 360 LAKEVIEW WAY 2/1/2021 $1,395,000 5/17/2021 $930,000
$585,000
SUMMERPLACE 1820 E BAREFOOT PL 11/5/2020 $1,295,000 5/14/2021

VEROMAR 505 FIDDLEWOOD RD 3/12/2021 $1,195,000 5/14/2021

TOWNHOMES, VILLAS, CONDOS, MULTIFAMILY AND INVESTMENT

ORCHID ISLAND 20 BEACHSIDE DR, #102 11/19/2020 $1,699,000 $1,699,000 5/20/2021
GALLEONS CONDO 1050 REEF RD, #101 3/15/2021 $939,000 $939,000 5/20/2021
SEA OAKS 8840 S SEA OAKS WAY, #107B 4/17/2021 $575,000 $575,000 5/14/2021

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Here are some of the top recent barrier island sales.

Subdivision: Indian Bay Point, Address: 535 Point Ln

Listing Date: 9/24/2020
Original Price: $1,795,000
Recent Price: $1,579,000
Sold: 5/19/2021
Selling Price: $1,375,000
Listing Agent: Cindy O’Dare & Richard Boga

Selling Agent: Premier Estate Properties

Matilde Sorensen

Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

Subdivision: Oceanside, Address: 580 Reef Rd

Listing Date: 1/8/2021
Original Price: $2,700,000
Recent Price: $2,700,000
Sold: 5/18/2021
Selling Price: $2,400,000
Listing Agent: Mike Young

Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

Jade Ybanez

Keller Williams Realty

Subdivision: Windsor, Address: 9980 Renfrew Ave

Listing Date: 1/4/2021
Original Price: $4,550,000
Recent Price: $4,550,000
Sold: 5/17/2021
Selling Price: $4,375,000
Listing Agent: Betsy Hanley & Laurin Pohl

Selling Agent: Windsor Properties

Susan Rane

Keller Williams Realty

Subdivision: Orchid Island, Address: 20 Beachside Dr, #102

Listing Date: 11/19/2020
Original Price: $1,699,000
Recent Price: $1,699,000
Sold: 5/20/2021
Selling Price: $1,700,000
Listing Agent: Bob Niederpruem

Selling Agent: Premier Estate Properties

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Here are some of the top recent barrier island sales.

Subdivision: Vero Beach Estates, Address: 774 Azalea Ln Subdivision: Summerplace, Address: 1820 E Barefoot Pl

Listing Date: 3/17/2021 Listing Date: 11/5/2020
Original Price: $965,000 Original Price: $1,349,990
Recent Price: $965,000 Recent Price: $1,295,000
Sold: 5/20/2021 Sold: 5/14/2021
Selling Price: $920,000 Selling Price: $1,295,000
Listing Agent: Christine McLaughlin Listing Agent: Janyne Kenworthy

Selling Agent: Shamrock Real Estate Corp Selling Agent: ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

Stephanie Lindenthal Janyne Kenworthy

ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

Subdivision: Palm Isl Plantation, Address: 240 Palm Island Lane Subdivision: Galleons Condo, Address: 1050 Reef Rd, #101

Listing Date: 1/4/2021 Listing Date: 3/15/2021
Original Price: $1,425,000 Original Price: $939,000
Recent Price: $1,445,000 Recent Price: $939,000
Sold: 5/14/2021 Sold: 5/20/2021
Selling Price: $1,450,000 Selling Price: $930,000
Listing Agent: Steven Owen Listing Agent: Daina Bertrand

Selling Agent: Palm Island Plantation Realty Selling Agent: The Moorings Realty Sales Co.

Steven Owen Judy Hargarten

Palm Island Plantation Realty The Moorings Realty Sales Co.

Subdivision: Vero Beach Estates, Address: 628 Camelia Ln

Listing Date: 4/26/2021
Original Price: $799,500
Recent Price: $799,500
Sold: 5/20/2021
Selling Price: $799,500
Listing Agent: Christine McLaughlin

Selling Agent: Shamrock Real Estate Corp

Lily O’Dare

ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

Vero Beach Estates, Address: 575 Bougainvillea Ln

Listing Date: 2/19/2021
Original Price: $810,000
Recent Price: $810,000
Sold: 5/17/2021
Selling Price: $824,000
Listing Agent: Kit Fields & John Pierce

Selling Agent: Alex MacWilliam, Inc.

John Pierce & Kit Fields

Alex MacWilliam, Inc.

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MORTGAGE RATES HIGHER
AMID INVESTOR CONCERNS

BY KATHY ORTON The Fed released the minutes from
its April meeting last week. In them,
The Washington Post Fed officials indicated they were op-
timistic about the economy. Some of
Mortgage rates moved higher last them – how many is unclear; the min-
week as worries about inflation and utes only said a “number” – are ready
potential moves by the Federal Re- to start discussing when to pull back
serve unsettled investors. on the bond-buying program. Since
early in the pandemic, the central
According to the latest data released bank has been buying $120 billion
last Thursday by Freddie Mac, the in Treasurys and mortgage-backed
30-year fixed-rate average climbed to securities each month to help prop
3 percent with an average 0.6 point. up the economy. These purchases
(Points are fees paid to a lender equal have also held down mortgage rates.
to 1 percent of the loan amount. They “Looking at the [Federal Reserve]
are in addition to the interest rate.) It meeting minutes, the Fed might not
was 2.94 percent two weeks ago and be thinking about tapering asset pur-
3.24 percent a year ago. chases, but they are thinking about
talking about it,” said Greg McBride,
Freddie Mac, the federally char- chief financial analyst at Bankrate.
tered mortgage investor, aggregates com.
rates from around 80 lenders across
the country to come up with weekly After the housing crash in 2008, the
national averages. It uses rates for Fed undertook a similar bond-buying
high-quality borrowers with strong program. In 2013 when then-Fed Chair
credit scores and large down pay- Ben Bernanke mentioned the central
ments. Because of the criteria, these bank tapering its purchases, mortgage
rates are not available to every bor- rates soared. Although there is no in-
rower. dication the Fed has plans to reduce
its bond purchases anytime soon, the
The survey is based on home pur- mere suggestion of it might be enough
chase mortgages, which means rates to rattle investors and send home-loan
for refinances may be higher. The rates higher.
price adjustment for refinance trans-
actions that went into effect in De- Bankrate.com, which puts out a
cember is adding to the cost. The ad- weekly mortgage rate trend index,
justment, which applies to all Fannie found the experts it surveyed mixed
Mae and Freddie Mac refinances, is on where rates were headed this. For-
0.5 percent of the loan amount. That ty-two percent expect rates to go up,
works out to $1,500 on a $300,000 another 42 percent expect them to re-
loan. main about the same, and the remain-
der expect them to fall.
The 15-year fixed-rate average rose
to 2.29 percent with an average 0.7 Ken H. Johnson, a real estate econ-
point. It was 2.26 percent two weeks omist at Florida Atlantic University,
ago and 2.7 percent a year ago. The predicts rates will begin to move up.
five-year adjustable rate average was “Between investment opportunities
unchanged at 2.59 percent with an av- brought about by a steepening yield
erage 0.3 point. It was 3.17 percent a curve and the 10-year Treasury mar-
year ago. ket, 30-year mortgages will witness a
decline in value and a corresponding
“Mortgage rates ticked up, in re- increase in yield,” he said. “Thus, long-
action to hints from the Federal Re- term mortgage rates should begin to
serve that they may tighten mon- see a series of slow and steady rate in-
etary policy,” Matthew Speakman, creases in the weeks ahead as inves-
an economist at Zillow, wrote in an tors move to alternative risk-adjusted
email. “[Last] Wednesday’s release of investment opportunities.”
the Fed’s April meeting notes showed
that some meeting participants sug- Meanwhile, mortgage applications
gested that the central bank could be- continued to grow last week, spurred
gin to discuss tapering their program by refinances. According to the lat-
of asset purchases – which has placed est data from the Mortgage Bankers
consistent downward pressure on Association, the market composite
mortgage rates – should the economy index – a measure of total loan appli-
continue to ‘make rapid progress to- cation volume – increased 1.2 percent
ward the Committee’s goals.’ While from a week earlier. The refinance in-
this language is far from a commit- dex climbed 4 percent from the previ-
ment to a policy shift and appeared to ous week, while the purchase index
reiterate previous comments from the dropped 4 percent. 
central bank, the statement did spark
a modest selloff in bonds.”