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board operators. That was before you rel to La Jolla, where the next phase of
had opportunities to just run some- Cree’s art education commenced. She
thing through a computer. You had to took a few art classes at the University
do keyboard and proofreading, graph- of California in nearby San Diego, and
ic design and paste-up, and then send also studied with professional artists
the galleys to the client,” says Cree. in other venues.

Her clients were businesses that “I did everything I could to get just
published annual reports, advertising as much exposure as possible to find
brochures and catalogs. out about art,” she says.

“I didn’t paint, but creatively I did Cree and Ned became involved
learn that there is a certain amount of members with the San Diego Museum
artistic knowledge to typesetting,” she of Contemporary Art and the Stuart
says. “It was good training for when I Collection – an outdoor collection of
began painting, years later.” contemporary sculpture on the cam-
pus of UC San Diego, attending as
After 14 years in the business, the
Scudders moved lock, stock and bar- CONTINUED ON PAGE 52

her tendency to “get involved with founded the Newark Evening News in
things,” her journalism degree would 1883, and his father and uncle oper-
give her access to the interesting peo- ated the paper until its sale in 1970.
ple, places and events that awaited her.
At the time Cree fell in love with him,
By the time she graduated in 1974, Ned was founding a brand-new maga-
her mother had remarried and was zine, New Jersey Monthly, with three
living in Princeton. She invited other Princeton graduates.
her daughter to come up and “look
around,” says Cree. That was in 1976; the couple married
two years later. Four years into the mar-
Cree soon got a job in the press office riage, Cree had the opportunity to own
of the McCarter Theatre on the cam- and manage Optima Typesetting Inc., a
pus of Princeton University, where she typesetting and graphic design firm in
met Ned Scudder, who knew a thing or nearby Kingston, N.J., that she says was
two about journalism, himself. the real beginning of her art training.

Ned’s paternal great-grandfather “Ours was a studio that had key-

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 51 many programs, lectures and exhi-
bitions as possible.

They also began collecting art by
the California-based artists they met,
including Manny Farber (1917-2008),
Philip Petrie and Reed Cardwell
(1955-2013). The latter, who had stud-
ied under Nathan Oliveira, became a
mentor to Cree.

“Reed inspired me. He said, ‘Cree
you have to keep going. You know
you can do this.’ He would talk to
me, and instructors don’t really talk
to their students, in my experience.”

Paintings by Cardwell are promi-
nently displayed in the couple’s liv-
ing room, among many other be-
loved artworks that the Scudders
collected in unison. “We are pretty
careful about what we want to pur-
chase. It has to be something that we
really feel we need to have,” she says.

There is a lot of art to see in their
house. Although the paintings and
three-dimensional artworks live in
close proximity to one another, it is a
harmonious family. A visiting art lov-
er feels entirely at home and would
be content to visit the collection for
hours, with Cree as the enthusiastic
docent for each piece.

Surrounded by the works of oth-
ers, Cree is continuously inspired to
up her own art game.

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at the Environmental Learning Center,
and the clubhouse gallery at Orchid Is-
land Golf and Beach Club has also been
a venue for her work. In 2020 Cree cast
her net further; that year her work was
accepted for the 34th Annual All Florida
Juried Exhibition in Fort Myers.

In part to dodge Florida’s hurricane
season, the couple escapes to upstate
New York every summer. This sum-
mer Cree’s work will be part of a three-
person show at the Blu Seed Gallery in

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“You think, well, I could try doing here. “I just assumed it would all be
that. It’s not going to be just the same, OK. It’s been wonderful. My sister is
but I can do it the way I want to do it.” here, too,” she says.

After 38 years in California, the “Our next-door neighbor from Coco-
Scudders returned home to Vero nut Grove lives on the water; she and
Beach, considered by Cree as her sec- my sister are best friends. We have this
ond childhood home. little enclave going here.”

“Both of my grandparents, my father’s Vero has welcomed Cree back with
McDougal side and my mother’s Dodge open arms. As an artist she has exhib-
side, had homes here in Vero Beach. My ited in group and solo shows with the
mother and father each came home Vero Beach Art Club. As this article was
from college to Vero and happened to being written she was preparing to de-
meet one another here. That was our liver her entry to the VBAC’s “Art by the
lives,” she says, adding that she and her Sea” exhibition at the Vero Beach Mu-
siblings spent many holidays here. seum of Art, and two other works were
at the framer for display the VBAC An-
Ned, however, had no such memories nex and Gallery on 14th Street.
of life in Florida, and relied on Cree to
have the right intuition about moving Cree has exhibited at Raw Space and

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 53 between her cut shapes to give the eye
plenty of room to wander through them.
Saranac Lake, which has carried her Some of her compositions are complex;
work for several years. others, especially the small square ones,
are more restrained.
At present Cree is working in col-
lage, a mode and medium informed “I don’t want any one element to
by her ability to compose on rectangle take over the collage. I need to be sen-
and square from back in the days at sitive about that. I love to put strange
her typesetting company. The quality things in my compositions, like a paint
of her craft, the cleanly glued bits of swatch from the paint store. I just keep
paper on substrates of paper, canvas or exploring.”
board, pays homage to the hours she
spent doing paste-up long ago. Referencing two freshly framed 12-
inch square collages on cradled hard-
Instead of blocks of type, however, board that are destined for display at a
there are arrangements of cut paper brand-new gallery in Lake Placid, she
quadrilaterals in a myriad of color and says, “These are my favorites. They are
pattern, textures and layered thickness- what I want to be: to be colorful and
es galore. In her geometric abstractions, alive and thoughtful.” 
Cree is mindful to leave negative space

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COMING UP! ARTS & THEATRE

Blues & BBQ fest tops Vero’s musical weekend

BY PAM HARBAUGH
Correspondent

1 The rhythm is definitely “gonna
get you” this weekend in the Vero

Beach area. The Vero Beach Blues &

BBQ Festival makes its debut Feb. 12-

13 at the Indian River County Fair-

grounds. This is the event where you

put aside those resolutions to diet and

plunge whole hog into the incredible

barbecue and more served up southern

style by a host of vendors. Said vendors

will also be selling cold adult bever-

ages including beer and full liquor bar

selections. There will be a full roster

of musical artists hitting the stage all

during the festival. Saturday’s lineup

begins 11:30 a.m. and includes David

Julia, Z-Tones Band, Ellie Lee Band, J.P.

Soars, the Joel DeSilva Band, the Eric

Culberson Band and Selwyn Birch-

wood, who takes the stage at 8:15 p.m.

Rolling Stone magazine hailed Birch- cludes the Front Porch Blues Band, the arts and crafts vendors on hand, as or- gate with cash or credit card. Children
Blues Crusaders, Joe Survival Caruso ganizers say to “expect the unexpect- 12 years of age and younger are ad-
wood as “a remarkable, contemporary and the Dave Scott Band, which takes ed.” Admission to the festival is $5 per mitted free. Parking is free. The Vero
the stage at 3:30 p.m. There will also be person. You can purchase them at the
bluesman … a powerhouse.” Sunday’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 56

lineup begins at 11:15 a.m. and in-

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Beach Blues & BBQ Festival runs 11
a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, and
11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 13 at
the Indian River County Fairgrounds,
7955 58th Ave., Vero Beach. For more
information, call 772-492-6105 or visit
VeroBluesFest.com.

2 The Indian River Symphonic As-
sociation presents the Russian

National Orchestra, which will be per-

forming as the Palm Beach Symphony,

on Thursday in Vero Beach. The concert

will feature works by Russian compos-

ers. It will be led by Maestro Gerard

Schwarz and feature pianist William

Wolfram, who will play Rachmaninoff’s

Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op.

18. Also on the program is Lyadov’s

Kikimora, Op. 63 and Shostakovitch’s Pops Orchestra performing romantic
works of Bernstein, Lahar, Guettel, Puc-
Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47. The cini, Menotti, Horner and the Beatles.
The conductor is Andrew Galuska, the
concert begins 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. church’s director of music and fine arts.
The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Com-
10, at the Community Church of Vero munity Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd
St. Tickets are $25 at the door. Masks are
Beach, 1901 23rd St. Tickets are $85. Call recommended regardless of vaccina-
tion status. For more information, call
772-778-1070 or visit IRSymphonic.org. 772-562-3633 or visit CCoVB.org.

3 With Valentine’s Day around the
corner, you might want to make

plans to take those loved ones to the Val-

entine Pops Concert this Saturday, Feb.

12, at the Community Church of Vero

Beach. The concert features soprano 4 Sink back into some great rock
and roll when the Hit Men take
Rachel Carter Murphy and the Festival

the stage Thursday, Feb. 10, at the Em- or visit MusicWorksConcerts.com.
erson Center. The musicians are all
the actual performers who played with 5 The 12th Annual Motor Car Exhi-
groups like Foreigner, Journey, Styx, bition will be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
the Hooters, Steely Dan, Cheap Trick,
the Rascals, Alan Parsons, Three Dog Saturday, Feb. 12 at the McKee Botanical
Night, Cream, Grand Funk and even
the Who. This is a multi-media con- Gardens. There will be 40 amazing cars
cert so expect it to be a lot of fun as
musicians share memories about rock on display throughout the garden. They
history. The Hit Men group has been
recognized by the Musicians Hall of include a rare 1958 Ferrari California
Fame and Museum in Nashville and
received its inaugural “Road War- Spyder, a 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint
riors Award.” It is presented by Live!
from Vero Beach. It begins 7 p.m. at Speciale and a 1984 Ferrari BB 512i. You
the Emerson Center, 1590 27th Ave.,
Vero Beach. Tickets are $35 to $80. For can see all these with your regular ticket
more information, call 800-595-4849
to the gardens. Tickets are $15 general,

$13 for seniors 65 years and older, $13

for children 13 to 17 years of age, $10 for

children 2 to 12 years of age, and free to

children younger than two. The McKee

Botanical Garden is at 350 U.S. 1, Vero

Beach. Call 772-794-0601 or visit McK-

eeGarden.org. 

‘VALVE-IN-VALVE’ HEART VALVE
REPLACEMENT NOW AVAILABLE HERE

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‘Valve-in-valve’ heart valve replacement now available here

BY KERRY FIRTH David Wallace and Dr. Vikranth Gongidi. PHOTOS BY KAILA JONES to Miami or Gainesville or some other
Correspondent University Center. But with our highly
ing,” Dr. Gongidi explained. “Most scar tissue underneath and to go back qualified team, we knew we could do
“The A-Team of cardiologists at of these artificial valves were meant in is always risky. it here in his hometown.”
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital to last about that long, and now with
literally saved my life,” said David Wal- people living longer the valves are no “In his case we collectively decided Valve-in-valve (ViV) transcath-
lace, who last December became the longer effective. It’s a hard thing to do that a newer, less invasive procedure eter mitral valve replacement is per-
first patient to undergo an advanced because once you open the chest to called valve-in-valve replacement was formed by implanting a transcatheter
“valve-in-valve” heart valve replace- do valve replacement, there’s a lot of the best solution for Mr. Wallace. Nor- heart valve within a failing bio pros-
ment procedure at the hospital. mally we would have sent him down thetic valve. “It allows us to insert a
new valve made from pig or cow tis-
After he was admitted to the emer- sue into the old valve without ever
gency room with pneumonia, the opening the chest,” Dr. Gongidi said.
emergency doctors determined Wal-
lace’s heart function was only 20 per- The procedure is done in the op-
cent of what it should have been, and erating room with the patient anes-
he was referred to cardiologist Dr. thetized and put on a ventilator. The
Gongidi. surgeon makes a small incision in the
femoral artery in the right groin area
As a general cardiologist, Dr. Gongi- and inserts a catheter into the heart
di coordinated the A-Team of doctors and makes a small hole to cross the
that included Dr. Mariano Brizzio, atrium from the right side to the left
an interventional cardiologist, and side. The surgeon then enters from
cardiac surgeon Dr. Carlos Lengua- the top down to put the new valve
Gonzales. Together they determined into the old failing valve.
that Wallace’s previously replaced
valve was not functioning properly Once the new valve is placed and
and needed to be replaced once again. expanded, it pushes the old valve
leaflets out of the way and the tissue
“Mr. Wallace had an artificial heart in the replacement valve takes over
valve that had been put in 10 years the job of regulating the blood flow.
ago and, unfortunately, it was fail- Typically, the patient will spend less

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time in the hospital after this proce- HEALTH
dure compared to more invasive sur-
gical valve replacement. Dr. Vikranth Gongidi completed his
undergraduate studies at the Univer-
“I liken the valve-in-valve replace- sity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and
ment procedure to a set of Russian his internal medicine internship and
dolls where you put one doll inside residency at Botsford Hospital in Farm-
another,” Dr. Gongidi said. “Over time ington Hills, Michigan. He went on to
there’s a limit to how many valves complete his cardiology fellowship at the
can be inserted based on the patient’s University of Medicine and Dentistry of
anatomy and the size of their heart. New Jersey in Stradford, New Jersey. He
The valves come in different sizes, can be reached at Cleveland Clinic Indi-
so we take multiple pictures with ul- an River Hospital’s Health and Wellness
trasounds and CT scans of the chest Center, 3450 11th Court, Vero Beach.
to measure the valve area. We do our He also sees patients one day a week at
best to estimate the size, but we do Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital’s
have different sizes at our disposal if Cardiology practice in Sebastian. Call
we have to size up or down.” 772-388-5402 for an appointment. 

Valve-in-valve replacement pa-
tients require extensive post-opera-
tive care and physical rehabilitation,
so they need a solid support system,
which makes local treatment advan-
tageous. It would have caused added
emotional and financial strain for the
Wallace family if he had been sent to
a distant facility for the operation.
Now, with Cleveland Clinic Indian
River doing the procedure, patients
here can be treated locally, with fam-
ily members close by, walk out of the
hospital in five to seven days, and go
home to familiar surroundings.

Dr. Gongidi emphasized the im-
portance the comprehensive team
approach used at the hospital. This
procedure required the care and ex-
pertise of a general cardiologist, an
interventional cardiologist and a
highly skilled cardiac surgeon with
specialized training in valve-in-valve
replacement. No one doctor could
have done it alone.

“The doctors made me feel com-
fortable throughout the entire pro-
cess,” Wallace said. “The entire team
sat down with me and went over all
the particulars and risk factors and
ultimately ended up saving my life.

“Not only were they able to do the
surgery, but they were prepared for
the emergency that happened when I
went into cardiac shock after the pro-
cedure, and they had to take me back
into the operating room to insert a
temporary heart pump.

“I could hear them barking orders
like they were prepared for this. I was
terrified, but then I could breathe
again, and I felt an inner peace. When
I was returned to my hospital room I
saw a beautiful rainbow out my win-
dow and knew I had been blessed.

“These doctors are heroes to me
and without their expertise I wouldn’t
be here. My son is getting married
next week, and I will be there. I am
forever grateful to the doctors and
staff at Cleveland Clinic Indian River
Hospital. My heart is functioning at
about 35 percent now and improving,
and I feel like I’m good for another 10
years or so.”

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Treatment methods vary for shoulder problems

BY FRED CICETTI ten first treated with RICE (Rest, Ice, reduce pain by block- Hold for a count of five. Repeat five
Compression and Elevation): ing nerve impulses. times. Perform twice a day.
Columnist
 Rest the shoulder for two days.  When tears are An aerobic exercise program will
[This is the second of two columns  Ice the injured area for 20 min- severe, surgery may help improve the blood flow to a ten-
on shoulder problems.] utes, four to eight times per day. be required but se- don or bursa. This helps reduce sore-
 Compress the painful area to re- niors often can be ness. Smokers should quit smoking
The shoulder is made up of three duce swelling. treated without sur- so more oxygen reaches the injured
bones: the collarbone, the shoulder  Elevate the injured area with a pil- gery for a complete tendon. This will help the injury heal
blade and the upper arm bone. The low to keep it above the level of the heart. rotator-cuff tear. faster. 
shoulder is the body’s most movable Other treatments:
joint. It is also unstable because the  Slings are used often to keep an Here are some easy
ball of the upper arm is larger than the injured shoulder in place. exercises to strength-
shoulder socket that holds it. The un-  After rest, stretching and exer- en shoulder muscles
stable shoulder is held in place by soft cise can improve range of motion, and prevent injuries:
tissue: muscles, tendons and ligaments. strengthen muscles and prevent in-
jury.  Attach elastic
Common shoulder problems in-  Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory tubing to a doorknob.
clude dislocation, separation, torn drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin, ibu- Pull the elastic tub-
rotator-cuff, frozen shoulder, frac- profen and naproxen are used to re- ing slowly toward
ture, arthritis, tendinitis and bursitis. duce pain and swelling. your body. Hold for a
The rotator cuff is defined as the set  Ultrasound is used to warm count of five. Repeat
of muscles and tendons that secures deep tissues and improve blood flow. five times with each
the arm to the shoulder joint and per-  An injection of a corticosteroid arm. Perform twice a day.
mits the arm to rotate. drug into the shoulder is often rec-
ommended if the injury does not im-  Lean forward and place your
Doctors diagnose shoulder prob- prove in the first few weeks. hands on a wall with your feet shoul-
lems by studying your medical histo-  Transcutaneous electrical nerve der-width apart. Slowly perform a
ry, giving you a physical examination stimulation (TENS) with a small bat- push-up. Hold for a count of five. Re-
and performing tests such as X-rays, tery-operated unit may be used to peat five times. Perform twice a day.
ultrasound and magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI).  Sit upright in a chair with arm-
rests. With your feet touching the
Shoulder problems are most of- floor, use your arms to rise slowly.

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THE ‘ACTIVE GRANDPARENT
HYPOTHESIS’ – AND WHAT
IT SAYS ABOUT LONGEVITY

BY AMBY BURFOOT Hadza of northern Tanzania, and on
activity patterns of animals closely
The Washington Post related to humans, such as chim-
panzees. Chimps don’t move much,
By one narrow view of Darwinian but the Hadza do. Therefore, some-
theory, grandparents are virtually thing happened in our evolutionary
useless. After all, they don’t produce past that changed us from sitters to
many babies, and that’s all evolution movers, and the change was power-
cares about – passing down helpful ful enough to be passed along as an
genes to the next generation. important survival trait.

But don’t jump off a cliff, Grandma Literally thousands of scientific
and Grandpa. A broader view recog- papers have closely linked exercise
nizes your key role in intergenerational in humans to health and long life.
survival. It also suggests, according to Moreover, according to the AGH:
a new paper from a team of Harvard “The older one gets, the more physi-
researchers, that you should be getting cal activity matters.”
more exercise to align your modern
body with your evolutionary history. The comparative statistics be-
tween human groups across the mil-
This view comes from a “Perspec- lennia are striking. The Hadza spend
tive” paper published in Proceedings four to six hours a day in moderate to
of the National Academy of Sciences. vigorous activity, as their ancestors
The paper is titled “The active grand- did. Current U.S. exercise guidelines
parent hypothesis: Physical activity recommend 2.5 hours a week of such
and the evolution of extended human activity. Hadza adults have an over-
healthspans and lifespans.” weight-obesity prevalence of about
2 percent. In the U.S. this figure has
The paper posits that modern- soared above 70 percent.
day Westerners engage in much less
physical activity than earlier hu- The Hadza also remain active in
mans, and that this “mismatch” leads old age, when Westerners typically
to many chronic diseases once rare head for the car and the couch. Had-
in humans. za grandmothers are particularly im-
pressive. They actually forage more
One of the authors of the active than their daughters, who are usually
grandparent hypothesis (AGH) is busy caring for several youngsters.
evolutionary biologist Daniel Lieber- The food supplied by grandmothers
man, known for his role in the Born helps sustain the extended family.
to Run thesis (which suggests that Without it, the family might wither
endurance running had a role in hu- and die.
man evolution). Another is I-Min Lee,
a professor of epidemiology recog- “The paper does a great job sum-
nized worldwide for her multi-de- marizing that old age may have
cade research with large groups and evolved in humans along with a
recent papers that measure physical highly active lifestyle,” says David
activity. Raichlen, a University of Southern
California professor of human and
The AGH is based on observations
of hunter-gatherer tribes such as the

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evolutionary biology who is not as- mortality rates and childhood infec-
sociated with the new publication. tions, which have been largely elimi-
“It shows that the harmful effects of nated by modern medicine.
inactivity seem to be greater in older
compared to younger adults.” Today, most elderly Hadza rare-
ly suffer from chronic conditions,
To appreciate the AGH, you must while 88 percent of Americans aged
understand one widely held but inac- 65 and older have at least one chron-
curate assumption about the reason ic condition, including 64 percent
that early humans did not live as long with two or more.
as modern humans. While they died,
on average, at a younger age than Lieberman, Lee and their co-au-
we do today, these deaths were not thors offer two main explanations for
caused by unhealthy adult lifestyles. the good health of ancient grandpar-
They were the result of high infant ents. The first is simple and widely
understood. The second is novel,

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“In my almost three decades inves- nia. It’s tough. Soon after dawn, the gatherers. You had to be moving and/ it means dealing with debilitating
tigating physical activity and health, males head out to hunt and perhaps or hoeing and digging most of the illness for 30 years. They want to be
it is astounding to see how regular to chase honeybees from their hives. day. If you weren’t, your clan might healthy and vigorous to enjoy the
activity helps maintain good health The women search for tubers and not survive. grandkids.
and function, both physically and berries. “Finding a good place to dig
mentally,” Lee said. sometimes involves an hour-long Human life changed little until the And as far as evolutionary purpose
trek,” he writes. “Digging is arduous Industrial Revolution that began less goes, grandparents can do much to
At the same time, it’s also undeni- work because many tubers hide sev- than 300 years ago. The Computer enhance the well-being of grandchil-
able that exercise produces short- eral feet deep under rocks that must Age of the past 50 years produced dren and be a major benefit to their
term damage that manifests as mus- be pried out.” unprecedented social shocks. Sud- children as well, especially if they live
cle soreness and tiredness – consider denly, you could better provide for close enough to watch their grand-
how you feel the day after hard ses- The ancient farmers who came your family by staring at a screen all children and do things with them,
sion in the gym or your first day of to predominate after most of the day than through farming or factory which again benefits the evolution-
serious lawn work each spring. Ouch! tribes like the Hadza disappeared labor. ary intent of families protecting and
But a day or two later, the muscle sore- didn’t have it any easier. Studies have nurturing the next generation, pass-
ness disappears, and you are stronger shown that they burned as many or But the trade-off too often is in- ing on their genetic code through
and healthier for your efforts. more calories per day than hunter- firmity in old age. And most grand- healthy, successful offspring. 
parents don’t want to live to 100 if
This cause-and-effect sequence
has long been recognized in the ver- Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
nacular. Fitness fanatics are fond of
saying “Use it or lose it,” and more Aaron Liebman, Au. D. progression of cognitive decline. decrease noise and increase speech
than a century ago Friedrich Ni- Doctor of Audiology clarity,” said Liebman. “This more
etzsche wrote, “What does not kill The most common cause of hearing sophisticated computer software
me makes me stronger.” These ex- Hearing loss affects nearly half the loss, according to MayoClinic.org, is has provided us with the ability to
pressions now appear to hold at least people in the United States older than sensorineural, which occurs when the adjust the hearing aids to provide
a kernel of truth. However, they have 65. Yet according to the Centers for inner ear, hearing nerves or hearing an acceptable sound quality for our
lacked biological explication, until Disease Control and Prevention and structures in the brain become patients.”
now. Better Hearing Institute, the statistics damaged. In adults, the aging process
for screening are alarming. While is the most common cause of this type “Most people are not aware when they
In their paper, Lieberman and his 74 percent of adults have their eyes of damage and hearing loss. need help. They’ll often blame it on
colleagues call the damage-turns-in- examined every two years and 63 other people mumbling, background
to-growth miracle the “activity para- percent will visit a dentist each year, “First and foremost, my goal as an noise, or say the TV or radio volume
dox,” and theorize that the health- only 23 percent of adults receive any Audiologist is to perform a proper is too low,” said Liebman. “So they’re
enhancing response is controlled by form of hearing screening. diagnostic hearing test so I can decide surprised when they get tested and
a many-pronged “repair and mainte- whether a patient needs to be referred realize what they can’t hear.”
nance” process. Research by John Hopkins University to an ear, nose and throat physician for
has confirmed what many audiologists a medical evaluation, or if this is strictly Florida requires licensed audiologists
When you exercise, your cardiac and physicians have long suspected: a permanent hearing loss that needs to have a doctorate in audiology
output is three to four times higher that there is an irrefutable link between help with hearing aids,” Dr. Liebman requiring years of study concerning
than when at rest. The body takes hearing loss and cognitive decline. said. “That is what really differentiates hearing, hearing rehabilitation,
note and turns on repair-and-main- In fact, studies have shown that me from a traditional hearing aid anatomy, and function of the
tenance mechanisms in various individuals with moderate hearing loss salesman. I’ve got a Doctorate in hearing mechanism and hearing
systems, including the muscles, the were three times more likely to develop Audiology and my diagnosis is based aid technology. Dr. Liebman utilizes
cartilage, the microbiome and the dementia. “Losing one’s cognitive on years of education, not a few a range of manufacturers and
internal antioxidant system. The re- ability is the No. 1 fear of people of all months of hearing aid salesmanship. technologies and does not believe
pair and maintenance doesn’t just ages,” said Dr. Aaron Liebman, board I will take the time to screen and one manufacturer is “the best.”
return the body to its prior homeo- certified audiologist and owner of assess all the data prior to making
stasis, however, but actually leads to Aaron’s Hearing Care in Vero Beach. a recommendation for hearing aids. “If we determine that it is not the
improved healthfulness. Thus, the It’s now scientifically proven that the Even AARP says that you are more best for you, then we’ll change to a
second reason that ancient grand- slow onset of hearing loss can have a likely to be successful with a hearing different style or manufacturer to
parents lived long lives. significant impact on several key brain aid fitting by seeing an audiologist determine which is best for you.”
functions, including the memory. The than a hearing aid salesman”. “Furthermore”, he adds, “in addition
You won’t necessarily develop bi- proactive management of hearing to providing the best technology
ceps like Popeye or Olympic poten- loss may delay or slow down the “In the years just prior to computer possible, it is also vital that the “fitter”
tial like Usain Bolt if you regularly digital and computer programmable understands that technology, so the
force your body to go into the repair hearing aids, differences between chosen hearing aid can benefit the
and maintenance response. But the hearing aids made by different patient at the highest possible level
combined effect on health and lon- manufacturers were not significant,” possible, in terms of comfort and
gevity of so many biological reactions said Liebman, discussing how sound quality.”
is real and measurable. Lieberman hearing aid technology has advanced
says: “We have yet to see any small bit and how an audiologist works with If you are a candidate for hearing
of physical activity that doesn’t pro- patients to ensure they have the aids, you should get them fitted
mote repair and maintenance.” appropriate device for their needs, properly and wear them consistently
expectations and budget. to stimulate the brain. Early detection
Lack of exercise has opposite effects is the key.
that lead to disease and breakdown. “Research discovered that a digital
Lieberman likens the pace of these processing chip could automatically Aaron’s Hearing Care is located at
effects to the slow drip-drip-drip of evaluate more aspects of incoming 925 37th Place in Vero Beach. The
stalactite formations on a cave’s ceil- sounds, speech and noise, and make phone number is (772) 562-5100.
ing. Each tiny little change is so small decisions on how to adjust itself to
that the body barely perceives it. “By
the time they are apparent,” he says,
“it’s too late to repair them.”

In his book “Exercised,” released
last spring, Lieberman describes a
day in the life of the Hadza, which
hasn’t changed much in millen-

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ACCEPTING Italian fashion has always loved
NEW PATIENTS! fur, but now the romance is over

We provide all Primary Care Medical Services BY STEPHEN DOIG
The Telegraph

BRUCE MURRAY, MD SANDY POTTER, RN People watch in any Florentine pi- in stores from October this year on-
Board Certified BA Health Care Administration azza in the depths of winter, or join in wards, will be the last to include fur, as
the apres-ski fun at the more genteel re- the house phases it out in favor of other
Practice Manager sorts in Switzerland, and you’ll notice a materials. It will continue to use down
stylistic throwback to a bygone era; fur. that’s a by-product of the food industry
Home Visits when Elsewhere, it’s as canceled as Harvey and certified by the Down Integrity Sys-
Medically Appropriate Weinstein, but in certain environs – and tem and Traceability. Last year Canada
certainly in Italy – there’s been a reluc- Goose, whose outerwear jackets were
For more information, go to our website at: tance to part ways with this most con- trimmed in coyote fur, committed to
troversial of materials. Perhaps because going fur free in 2022.
MurrayMedicine.com some of the country’s biggest fashion ex-
Or Call: 772-226-6461 ports have traditionally specialized in it, Last year Kering, the luxury conglom-
particularly Fendi and Gucci. But times erate that owns Gucci, Saint Laurent
Murray Concierge Medicine have changed, and a greater awareness and Bottega Veneta, announced that
920 37th Place Suite 103 of the cruelties of the industry – as well its houses would stop using fur. Gucci
as a global push toward a more sustain- was in fact an early bellwether, having
Vero Beach, Fl. 32960Virtual sneakers from the company RTFKT. able way of living and eating that doesn’t banned it in 2017. Versace and Prada
involve animals – has seen fur relegated have also committed to ban fur in re-
to where it belongs – on the backs of ani- cent years. Last year, there was a decline
mals, not hanging in the wardrobe. of 13.3 percent in demand for fur in
western Europe from the previous year,
This change of mood informed Dolce according to Euromonitor Internation-
& Gabbana’s decision to do away with al. The one outlier so far in the luxury
fur from its collections, which the Ital- fashion industry is LVMH, which owns,
ian fashion house announced last week, among other brands, Fendi – the Roman
after its most recent men’s show in Mi- house historically known for its fur. The
lan debuted the use of faux fur. “This parent company has committed to us-
is our first step towards the company’s ing materials “in the most ethical and
sustainability process,” says Stefano responsible way possible” and banned
Gabbana. “Young people are interested the use of fur from endangered species,
in eco-sustainability and love fashion but still employs the material generally.
at the same time. We stopped using real
furs months ago, but we continue to use Of course, while banning real fur is
furriers to work with them on creating commendable, the use of faux-fur is
an alternative, to make sure that jobs problematic too – often it’s made from fi-
are kept safe,” says the designer. In do- bers such as acrylic and polyester, essen-
ing so, the house is re-training artisans tially plastics, which can take hundreds
to create a fabric – recycled materials – of years to break down. And when such
that feels like fur, but isn’t. This way, in- garments are washed they release micro
stead of simply finding work in another plastics into the water system and thence
furrier, the artisans are applying their into the ocean. In Russia and the UAE,
skill to an enterprise that helps provide fur is still big business, and on the streets
an alternative. of Paris and Milan during the cities’ re-
spective fashion weeks this January,
“This fur-free announcement from there was fur in abundance on passers-
Dolce & Gabbana marks another mo- by, although these iterations are more
mentous milestone in the fall of the likely to be vintage rather than freshly
cruel fur trade, coming only a few weeks bought. And take note: During the Janu-
after Italy voted to outlaw fur farming,” ary couture shows in sub-zero Paris,
says Claire Bass, executive director of Vogue supremo Anna Wintour would in
the Humane Society. “We celebrate Dol- years gone by be draped in mink. This
ce & Gabbana’s decision and welcome time, Wintour stuck to wool. 
its commitment to preserving artisans’
jobs and skills with the use of innovative
fur free materials.”

The movement comes fresh from the
news that outerwear specialist Moncler,
owned by Italian mogul Remo Ruffini,
is doing away with fur from its jackets
and coats, many of which once came
with fur-trimmed hoods. This coming
autumn/winter 2023 collection, due

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What your Chinese zodiac sign says about your style

BY TAMARA ABRAHAM & KRISSY TURNER splash, such as Wandler, Gu_De and Years: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977,
The Telegraph Chylak. 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025

How each animal’s qualities shape Snake You’ve got a certain allure, and you
our sartorial instincts and what pieces understand exactly how to enhance
to pick for the Year of the Tiger. it. You tend to spend wisely, but you
like the finer things in life, so you’ll
If you’ve the slightest interest in save up for something special that
the Chinese New Year zodiac, you’re reflects your aesthetic, which is sug-
probably familiar with its 12-year gestive, yet leaves a lot to the imagi-
cycle and the animal associated with nation.
your birth year. You may even know a
few of the key personality traits linked Silk pajamas-as-eveningwear is
to that animal (dragons are leaders, exactly your vibe. Team them with
snakes are wise) – but do you know high-heeled mules and gold jewelry
how it might be reflected in your style? once lockdown lifts, but for now, see
them as ultra-luxe loungewear.
As we enter the year of the tiger, we
look at how each animal’s qualities Horse
shape our sartorial instincts … Years: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978,
1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
Tiger The horse is known for its energy,
with a personality that is easygoing
and impulsive. You never stop moving,
so high-performance activewear, and
comfortable, sportswear-influenced
separates are your fashion heroes.
Sweaty Betty’s gym leggings are

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Your immaculately ordered wardrobe
comprises of well chosen, well-cut
classics that stand the test of time.

Make your new season investment
a blazer: Everything in a neutral hue
will slot into your closet of timeless
separates a treat.

Years: 2022, 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, Dragon
1962, 1950, 1938
Year: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976,
The tiger is associated with pro- 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
tection, and has a personality
that is ambitious, confident and Powerful and courageous, yet kind
charismatic. When it comes to and generous, the dragon is a natural
style, you’re not scared of a bold leader, so you’re drawn to hero pieces
statement – in fact, you rather with some fashion swagger.
enjoy the attention of a flamboy-
ant fashion moment. A well-chosen ‘It’ bag will elevate
every outfit – if you can’t afford
This lime green frock by Rejina Bottega Veneta or Chanel, consider
Pyo fits the bill nicely: it’s in a strik- some of the newer contemporary ac-
ing shade, and grounded by a famil- cessories brands currently making a
iar cut. Wear it over a polo neck now,
and with strappy flat sandals come
summer.

Rabbit
Years: 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975,
1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
The rabbit’s friendly, gentle and
compassionate nature is flanked by in-
telligence and a refined sense of taste.

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sweat-wicking and feel ultra soft, while
its waterproof jacket is practical for
daily winter walks, and has an adjust-
able waistline to give it some shape.

Goat right up your street.
Look for vintage style T-shirts, kick

flare denim and statement cardigans
in vibrant hues.

Rooster

Years: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979,
1991, 2003, 2015, 2027

The goat (also frequently referred
to as the sheep) personality is socia-
ble and loves to be part of a group or
team. You enjoy the sense of inclusion
of taking part in a trend that others are
embracing too. You’re creative enough
to put your own spin on it though.

The cardigan continues to be a
huge trend this spring/summer and
this Chanel-inspired Sandro version
is one of the best around.

Monkey Years: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981,
Years: 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
1992, 2004, 2016, 2028
Everyone loves the monkey for its The rooster is a charmer, with tal-
problem-solving abilities and sense of ent and wit in spades, so you don’t feel
fun. You enjoy being in the limelight the need for fashion to compensate for
and favor bright colors and nostalgic a lack of personality. You’re known for
details – the current 1990s revival is being self-reliant so prefer to shop solo
and seek out pieces with a degree of

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flair, yet classic enough to live in your you must serve a purpose. Look for
well-ordered wardrobe for a few years. timeless wardrobe workhorses from
ethical brands that have social good
That’s why you’ll love the latest wrapped into their business models.
crop of boilersuits so much. Ba&sh’s
slouchy ecru denim number ticks the Pig
fashion and function boxes, while
still being a low-key look.

Dog

Years: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, Years: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, tapping into one of spring’s biggest You’re cautious too, so you’re not one
1994, 2006, 2018, 2030 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031 trends. The printed second skin top to jump on any trend; instead you’ll
will work well for layering now, and weigh up which will stick around,
The dog personality is much like The noble pig is associated with will look great with jeans and mules and assess whether it’ll work for your
the animal itself; playful, loyal, pro- luck and happiness, as well as a for evening’s out. body shape.
tective and brave. You have a strong personality that is easygoing and
sense of justice and don’t care much thoughtful. When it comes to fash- Ox A classic midi dress in a timeless
for material things, so fashion for ion, you love a label, so the logomania Years: 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, print can be dressed up or down:
look is perfect for you. 1997, 2009, 2021, 2033 wear it with a chunky cardigan over
Those born in the year of the ox the top in winter, and with sneakers
Go for a classic Gucci belt, a piece are known for being kind and honest. and a denim jacket come summer. 
that allows you to use your creative
instincts and style it myriad ways.

Rat
Years: 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984,
1996, 2008, 2020, 2032
Crafty and intelligent, the rat is
best associated with new beginnings,
so when it comes to fashion, you like
to be ahead of the curve.
Retain that ‘first adopter’ status by

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Classic tailoring is back in style – and here’s how to wear it

BY SOPHIE TOBIN
The Telegraph

A suit that has been tailored to fit Clever shapes gether, she has created the perfect tons and square necks, and her shirt-
will stand the test of time in terms of Modern tailoring doesn’t come much loose fit styles, loved by everyone. ing has oversized collars and contrast
both style and longevity. Although you better than Joseph. Combining clean stitching. Wear this wool blazer with
might not wear it often, whenever the lines and classic shapes with clever sil- To suit any taste or without the tie belt depending on
occasion arises it will feel special and houettes and warm colors, their pieces There are endless possibilities with a how defined you’d like your silhouette
unique to you. will easily integrate into your wardrobe. suit, as you have each component work- to be.
Luxury shirts at affordable prices ing both together and separately. With a
Men, it might be from your wedding, Shirt specialists With Nothing Un- loud print, stick to minimal staples and For a pop of color
or the suit you spent your first paycheck derneath set out to make boyfriend accessories, or if you’re feeling really This season, Sportmax’s pop color
on (if it still fits). Women, it could be the style shirts at affordable prices, notic- bold, clash patterns and colors. tailoring will bring some zest to your
pencil skirt and matching jacket that you ing a lack of smart shirts for women A master of modern tailoring wardrobe. Sage green and tangerine
wore to your first office job, or if you’re that were good quality. By cutting up Rejina Pyo has been a master of tai- orange are the key colors in their collec-
like me, you might have an ‘interview men’s shirts and sewing them back to- loring with a twist. Her summery linen tion, and their boxy jackets hark back to
blazer’ that made you look more pol- jackets come with mismatching but- the mod style of the ’60s. 
ished to prospective employers.

Now tailoring is integrated into our
everyday wear, being dressed down
with a T-shirt and sneakers, or elevat-
ing simple separates. Tailoring with a
twist is what we’re seeing more of – blaz-
ers with a wrap waist, split hem trou-
sers, pop colors and velvet have all been
trends over the last year, and the mod-
ern updates continue to keep tailoring
interesting and relevant.

Here are the 5 best pieces to buy now …

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WINE COLUMN

Super Bowl pairings: Former NFL stars share wine tips

BY DAVE MCINTYRE Charles Woodson.
The Washington Post

Our popular perception of a Super
Bowl party may be defined by television
commercials: pretzels, chips and dips,
platters of wings, bowls of chili – casual
foods that can be eaten without taking
our eyes off the big screen. And beer.

How about a more wine-appropriate
Super Bowl party? Not to be stuffy or
geeky about America’s biggest annual
sporting event, but some of us do prefer
vino. So I asked three former National
Football League stars who are now in
the wine business how they plan to
watch this year’s big game.

Charles Woodson, the Hall of Fame
cornerback who won a Super Bowl ring
in 2011 with Green Bay, now has his
own line of California wines fittingly
called Intercept. He sees Super Bowl
parties going upscale because – well,
boys with toys.

“We’re seeing sports become more
of a culinary event than ever before,”
Woodson says.

Drew Bledsoe. goes so well with chardonnay.” ing the high-end Doubleback line.
If your competitive juices extend to Bledsoe keeps his Super Bowl par-

burgers, Blackmon recommends Gor- ties casual. He opens his Family Wine,
don Ramsay’s recipe with 15 percent which comes in 1-liter bottles. “More
brisket in the grind. And because the wine is always better,” he says. “And
Super Bowl is all about winning a ring, we always have soda water on hand, in
he suggests Double Diamond Cabernet case someone gets excited and spills
Sauvignon from Schrader Cellars. some wine,” he adds. (Another pro tip!)

Drew Bledsoe, who quarterbacked As for the menu, Bledsoe goes for
14 seasons for the New England Patri- casual and gooey. “My wife makes a
ots, Buffalo Bills and Dallas Cowboys, seven-layer dip that’s always a hit, and
returned to his hometown of Walla I have a Crockpot queso recipe that is
Walla, Wash., in the Columbia Valley, delicious as long as you don’t look at
to start Bledsoe Wine Estates, includ- the ingredients.” 

Will Blackmon.

Woodson says he likes to dig into a recalls, especially when the Giants won.
creamy, cheesy spinach-artichoke dip, Today, Blackmon curates private
washed down with a buttery chardon-
nay. Beef sliders, cocktail meatballs cellars for professional athletes as the
and charcuterie call for reds before the Wine MVP. With society struggling to
game gets really serious. return to normal from pandemic re-
strictions, he has been organizing in-
“I’ll probably start the first half with a person wine tastings and parties, in-
few glasses of cabernet sauvignon, then cluding a few lined up in Beverly Hills,
enjoy some bourbon,” he says. “I’m more Calif., in the week before the Feb. 13
interested in savoring and enjoying what Super Bowl in Los Angeles.
I’m eating and drinking, and there’s def-
initely room for that in sports.” For the menu, Blackmon would start
with a sparkling wine to help fuel the
When Will Blackmon was growing up festive game day mood. Then he looks
in Rhode Island, he didn’t want to party to his New England roots. “I’m a lobster
during the Super Bowl. But when he got guy, so for me a lobster roll is the way
to the show with the New York Giants in to go,” he says. He likes his rolls simple
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PETS

Bonzo meets Lacey, a shy but fascinating feline

Hi Dog Buddies! story an I write it down.” adoption, a lovely young
family adopted me. Un-
This week I innerviewed a beauty-full “Splendid! Stop me if I til that day, I didn’t think
fee-line, Lacey Richter, who, she thinks Mommy would really let me
(an I totally buhleeve after hearing her speak too rapidly. It was a go. But my new famly was
tail), has used at least a few of her stan- great. They had a puh-lite
dard-issue 9 Lives, before at last finding cold an rainy day in Vero liddle boy, anna frenly dog.
her Furever Famly. They sent Mommy pickshurs
Lake Estates. I was a wee kit- to show I was doing well. But I
Becuz Lacey is Really Apprehensive missed my Furever Famly, an
around humans she doesn’t know, she ten, no more than 2 months, Mommy missed me. I had to
didn’t answer the door. DO something!
when I was spotted on the “Well, after about three
Instead, a frenly lady invited us in. months, my owner called Mom-
While we got situated, she left the room curb, shivery an soaking my an said they didn’t wanna do
an returned with Lacey in her arms. it but they were gonna hafta give
Lacey is a Long-Haired, Torty-Point Sia- wet. I made my way toward me back. It seems that, although
mese mixture: very x-ZAH-dic looking, I was fine all day, I would meow
with long thick dark and cream fur, dark, a house to find shelter, an an cry every night, all night long,
pointy ears an face, mottled paws an tail, night after night, an nobody could get
an, on her shoulders, very long tufts of some humans opened the any sleep.
fur swooping down her back like angel “So I finally returned to my Forever
wings Magical, I thought. garage door. I was too cold Famly, for good this time. I’m Leader
of the Pack. My favrite food’s whitefish
“Good afternoon, Miss Lacey,” I said an egg-ZAW-sted to be an toona. I still hafta take a buncha
in my Conversing-with-a-Cat voice. “I’m of meds, but I’m So Happy. Mommy
pleased you’ve consented to an innerv- scared, so I went in. Lacey. brushes me a lot cuz I am a CHAMP-
iew, an I assure you my assistant has a eee-un shedder.
buh-loved cat companion, and is very “They probly wudda PHOTO BY KAILA JONES “From the screen porch, me an Remi
kind an respectful to all cats.” kept me, but they were uh- an Shea stalk birds an practice our
Crouch-and-Leap with a Really ob-
“Good afternoon, Mr. Bonzo.” Lac- LURR-gic, so they called NOCK-shus squirrel. An we sleep with
ey’s voice was husky. “I’m certain that Mommy an Dennis every night.”
is true, an I sincerely welcome you both Mommy, who free-qwently Heading home, I was thinkin’ about
to my home. However, I will remain My Own Furever Famly, an how you just
in my Mommy’s lap for the duration helps stray cats find homes. She made my Furever Home.” know when you’re MTB.
of the innerview, an I trust neither of
you will take offense. You, Mr. Bonzo, a call, an I was taken to the vet to get “Oh, Miss Lacey,” I exclaimed, “that is Till next time,
are the first CAY-nine I’ve ever met. Or
ever seen for that matter, an I’m duh- checked out. I was a Mess: had a zillion a wonderful story!” The Bonz
lighted to find that I feel absolutely no
fear. Humans, tho, are another matter fleas an some ghastly WORMS. It gives “Not quite, Mr. Bonzo. Not just yet.” Don’t Be Shy
entirely. So, this is my Mommy Linda.
An this,” (she looked up as a man en- me the Utter Willies just thinkin’ about “Why? What happened?” We are always looking for pets
tered the room) “is my Other Principal with interesting stories.
Human, Dennis. He’s Totally Cool Cat- it. I hadda take strong medicine an one “I was a typical, ram-BUNK-shus kit-
nip. An,” she lowered her voice, “he lets To set up an interview, email
me get away with stuff. Now then, how time I hadda SEE-zure. When I was well ten and, since I was feeling much bet- [email protected].
do we proceed?”
enough, Mom called several Cat Foster ter, me an Mommy an Dennis’ other
I opened my notebook. “It’s pretty
simple,” I told her. “You tell me your Frens an they all went to visit me at the two cats, Remi an Shea, who are about

vet’s, and I went to a Foster Home. my age, all started zooming around the

“Whenever the vet checks out a home- house, under stuff, over stuff, havin’ a

less kitty, they always figure how old it is, noisy, bouncy, zoomy wonderful time.

an assign a birth date. Mine was June 10, The three of us were Just Too Much For

2021. Mommy hadn’t met me in The Fur, Mommy To Handle. She thought I was

but she saw a pickshur of me on the curb, zoomy and ram-bunk-shus cuz I was

wet and cold, an suggested my name competing with Remi an Shea for at-

should be Lacey, for some reason. (Soggy tention, an that I needed to be an Only

would’ve fit me better at that point.) Cat, to be SPESH-shull instead of part of

“After a few months, it became ap- a pack. As much as Mommy loved me,

parent no one was looking for me. I still she decided to put me up for Adoption.”

hadda take meds but I’d grown bigger “Wait! Wh-aat?” I blurted. “I

and was healthier, so I was put Up for thought …”

Adop-shun. As it happened, Mommy’s “Yes, I thought so to. I KNEW me an

long-time Siamese cat Sasha went to Cat Mommy were MTB.”

Heaven on June 7, an, when Mommy “MTB?” I asked.

found out the vet had set my birth date “Meant To Be. I tried to tell her, but

just three days later, June 10, she thought sometimes humans just don’t see the Big

maybe Sasha had sent me to Mommy so Pick-shur.”

she wouldn’t be All Sad. So Mommy an I nodded. “What happened?”

Dennis took me in, an I knew I’d found “Just one day after I was put up for

Peanut.

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ONGOING 12|13 Vero Beach Blues & BBQ can fashion designer Christian Siriano, followed 26 Tony Sands Rat Pack Tribute, 7 p.m. at
Festival, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. by cocktails at 5 p.m. $150. 772-231-0707 the Emerson Center. $40 to $75. 772-
Check with organizations directly for up- Sat., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. at IRC Fairgrounds. 778-5249
dates/cancellations. $5; under 12 free. verobluesfest.com 23 Atlantic Classical Orchestra, conducted by
David Amado, presents Classical Grace, 27 First Presbyterian Church Chamber
Vero Beach Museum of Art: Vero Collects: 17 Live From Vero Beach presents Classic 7:30 p.m. at Community Church of Vero Beach, Music Series presents the Con Brio
Hidden Treasures Revealed exhibition, through Albums Live’s The Beatles: Let it Be, 7 with works by Haydn and Mozart. 772-460-0851 String Quartet, 4 p.m. in the sanctuary. Free;
May 15. 772-231-0707 p.m. at the Emerson Center. Musicworkscon- $10 donation appreciated. 772-562-9088
certs.com 24 IRC Victim Rights Coalition Recogni-
Vero Beach Theatre Guild: The Broadway tion Fundraiser Luncheon, 11 a.m. at 28 International Lecture Series presents
musical “I Do! I Do!” through Feb. 27; Studio 18-20 Vero Beach High School Oak Harbor Club, honoring those who assist Karole P.B. Vail, director of Peggy Gug-
Theatre “Buyer & Cellar” performances, 7:30 presents Musical Disney’s and provide services to local crime victims. $40. genheim Collection in Venice, 4:30 p.m. at Vero
p.m. Sundays through March 27. 772-562-8300 ‘The Little Mermaid,’ 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., 2 p.m. Beach Museum of Art. 772-231-0707
Sun. at VBHS PAC. 772-564-5537 24 Live From Vero Beach presents Jona-
King of the Hill Tennis Tournaments, 6 p.m. than Edwards & Livingston Taylor, 7 p.m. 28 SEAL Team Vero Beach hosts Navy
Thursdays at Boulevard Tennis Club thru March 18-20 Thunder on the Beach Na- at the Emerson Center. Musicworksconcerts.com SEAL Ben Milligan, author of Water
3. 772-979-5582 tive American Powwow at Beneath the Walls: The Rise of the Navy SEALs,
IRC Fairgrounds, 4 to 9 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m. to 9 25-27 Ballet Vero Beach presents 5 p.m. at Quail Valley River Club, with demos,
Riverside Theatre: Weekly Friday and Sat- p.m. Sat., and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sun. $8; chil- Symphonic Dances, 7:30 dinner and lecture. 772-595-5845 x 216
urday Comedy Zone and Live on the Loop con- dren 6 to 12, $5. Fiha.us p.m. Fri., 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sat. at Vero
certs. 772-231-6990 Beach High School PAC, and online Jan. 21 to 28 Secret Garden of Hope fundraiser to
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Pelican Island National Wildlife Centennial from South Beach Park in Vero Beach Sun. 772-905-2651 or balletverobeach.org. p.m. at Rock City Gardens, with hors d’oeuvres
Trail Meet & Greets, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to benefit the Sebastian River Rowing Sharks. from top Vero Chefs and dinner by Michaels on
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canisland Beach Park hosted by Coastal Connec-
19 Windsor Charity Polo Cup to benefit tions and Sailfish Vero Beach. Coastal-connec- 28 Vero Beach High School Chorus Con-
First Friday Gallery Strolls in Downtown Vero Ocean Research & Conservation As- tions.org cert, Singers All, 7 p.m. at VBHS PAC.
Beach Arts District, monthly from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. soc. and the Environmental Learning Center, 772-564-5537
gates and specialty retail village open 10 a.m., 26 Family Fun Festival hosted by SAFIR
FEBRUARY with 11:30 a.m. junior player demo, and 1:45 Coalition and the IRC School District, MARCH
p.m. opening ceremonies and match play. Tail- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Intergenerational Center,
10 Live From Vero Beach presents the gate spots, $600/vehicle up to six guests. Wind- with entertainment, free snow cones and pop- 2 Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch annual BBQ,
Hit Men, Classic Rock Super Group, sorcharitypolocup.com. corn, informational booths, and children’s ac- 2 to 7 p.m. (3 p.m. ceremonies) at the IRC
7 p.m. at the Emerson Center. Musicworkscon- tivities (rain date March 5). Free. 772-770-4811 Sheriff’s Office Complex, with food, entertain-
certs.com 19 Florida Craft Brew and Wingfest ment, displays, K-9 and SWAT demos. Dinners
hosted by Sunrise Rotary Club of 26 Patriots for Puppies, 6 p.m. at the $5; under 5 free
10 Indian River Symphonic Association Vero Beach, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Royal Palm Heritage Center to benefit Dogs for
presents the Russian National Orches- Pointe, with craft beers, wing competitions and Life, Training Service Dogs for Veterans, a 1940s 3 Cinema de la Mer: Super-Secret White
tra, 7:30 p.m. at Community Church of Vero live music. $45 unlimited beer bracelets. Flori- USO-themed event with food, dancing and live Party, 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., to benefit the
Beach. 772-778-1070 dacraftbrewadwingfest.com music. $125. Dogsfolifevb.org Vero Beach Film Festival, with white-clad guests
bringing picnics and table decorations to a loca-
11 Healing Hearts Dinner Dance to 19 Treasure Coast Jazz Society presents 26 Triton Submarines in Sebastian hosts tion revealed 48 hours prior. $100. 772-444-2827
support Exchange Club of the Trea- the Ed Metz Jazz Trio, noon at Vero Ocean Research & Conservation As-
sure Coast’s child abuse prevention charities, Beach Yacht Club. $40/$45. Optional 11:30 a.m. soc., 6 p.m. with locally sourced cuisine, view- 3 Live From Vero Beach presents Broken Ar-
6:30 p.m. at Point West Country Club. $135. buffet lunch, $20. 772-234-4600 or TCjazz.org ing new submersibles and underwater footage. row: The Music of Neil Young, 7 p.m. at
tcexchangeclub.org $250. Teamorca.org the Emerson Center. Musicworksconcerts.com
19 MHA Rocks fundraiser, Cheeseburger
12 Love 5K Run/Walk to benefit Wom- in Paradise, 7 p.m. (6 p.m. VIP) at Oak 26 Wine & Dine to benefit Hibiscus Chil- 3 Indian River Symphonic Association
en’s Refuge of Vero Beach, 7:30 a.m. Harbor Club, with the Jimmy Buffett Tribute dren’s Center, 6:30 p.m. at Grand presents the Academy of St. Martin in
at Riverside Park. womensrefugevb.org. Band Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways, danc- Harbor Club, with culinary delights paired with the Fields, 7:30 p.m. at Community Church of
ing, buffet, auctions and games. $90 or $225 wines, from appetizers to dessert. $100. 772- Vero Beach, with acclaimed director and violin
VIP. 772-569-9788 299-6011 x 313

12 Motor Car Exhibition, 10 a.m. to 3 20 Performance by concert pianist Caio
p.m. at McKee Botanical Garden, with Pagano, 3 p.m. at Christ by the Sea
European sports cars. Mckeegarden.org United Methodist Church. $25 adults; $10
youth. 772-231-1661
12 Sebastian Art Studio Tour, 10 a.m. to 5
p.m., a self-guided tour using map at 20 First Ladies and their Presidents, 3
sebastianartstudiotour.com p.m. at the Emerson Center, about
Abigail and John Adams, and Lou and Herbert
12 VIP Brews & Race Crews, 6 p.m. at Hoover, hosted by AAUW Vero to fund local
Vero Beach Outlets to benefit Sunrise scholarships. $40; $20 students. 772-778-5249
Rotary charitable endeavors. floridacraftbre-
wandwingfest.com 21 Riverside Theatre Distinguished Lec-
ture Series presents retired Brigadier
12 Valentine Pops Concert with soprano General Robert Spalding, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., on
Rachel Carter Murphy and the Festi- the Stark Stage and Waxlax Stage. 772-231-6990
val Pops Orchestra, 7 p.m. at the Community
Church of Vero Beach. $25 at door. 772-562- 23 Fashion Meets Art, 4 p.m. at Vero
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soloist Joshua Bell. 772-778-1070 5 Kiwanis Golf Tournament, 8:15 shotgun 5 Treasure Coast Jazz Society presents the 6 Atlantic Classical Orchestra and Vero Beach
start at Pointe West Country Club to sup- gypsy jazz ensemble Hot Club of Sarasota, Museum of Art Chamber Music Series, Vir-
4 Sebastian Concerts on the Park, 5:30 p.m. port scholarships and Kiwanis Youth in Action Noon at Vero Beach Yacht Club. $40/$45. Op- tuoso Voices, 3 p.m. at the VBMA. $35 & $50; $5
to 8 p.m. at Riverview Park with St. John’s projects. $125. verokiwanis.com or 916-708- tional 11:30 a.m. buffet lunch, $20. 772-234- students/children. 772-231-0707 x 136
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UPGRADED CENTRAL BEACH COTTAGE
PERFECT FOR RAISING A FAMILY

816 Gayfeather Lane in Central Beach: 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3,085-square-foot home offered
for $2,385,000 by Mike Bottalico, AMAC/Alex MacWilliam Real Estate: 772-538-3937

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Upgraded Central Beach cottage perfect for raising a family

BY STEPHANIE LABAFF
Staff Writer

The Florida-style cottage home at
816 Gayfeather Lane would be the
perfect place to raise a family. From
the quiet, oak-canopied street in
Central Beach to the two-story casita
tucked into the resort-like backyard,
it’s a spectacular mix of comfort and
elegance.

Timothy and Dana Corr purchased
the home several years ago from cus-
tom home-builder Russell Flinchum,
who had updated the property and
raised his children there, according
to listing agent Mike Bottalico, Real-
tor with Alex MacWilliam Real Estate.

“He blended old with new. It’s got
a lot of personality and character.
Everybody that comes in here leaves
with a smile on their face,” said Bot-
talico.

Flinchum managed to maintain
the charm of the original Florida
cottage while updating it to create
a roomy and efficient space. Qual-
ity millwork and finishes, vaulted
ceilings, white oak plank floors and

crown molding are paired with sub- Tons of light filters into the living
tle details just as relevant today as room through the glass entry door
they were 40 years ago. and bay window at the front of the
house. Two distinct seating areas
The house is nestled among ma- – one at the front window and the
ture oak trees and lushly landscaping other by the gas fireplace bracketed
with native plants. A wide front porch by built-ins – add functionality to
with plenty of space to sit and watch the space.
folks take their morning walks opens
at the apex of the brick-paved circle French doors at the rear of the room
driveway. open onto the screened lanai so you

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can enjoy the breeze and views of the guest bedrooms and shared bath on
lovely backyard oasis. the eastern side of the house and the
owner’s suite, which occupies the
“The home lives a lot larger than it rear western side of the home.
is because you have all this outdoor
space,” says Bottalico. Just off the front entry, the chef’s
kitchen boasts high-end appliances,
With the open concept, L-shaped a farmhouse sink, tile backsplash
floorplan and the screened patio and granite countertops. The din-
across the rear of the house, the ing room, butler’s pantry, wine bar,
home’s design works perfectly with a laundry room, garage access and
split bedroom layout. walk-in pantry are within easy reach
of the kitchen.
The living room, dining room,
kitchen and family room provide In a separate, defined space off the
a natural buffer between the two

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dining room, the kids can watch tele- room allows guests to use the powder ers are in residence, they can come through closet and changing room.
vision while their parents entertain room attached to the owner’s bath- and go through both sides of the gen- The private portion of the bath-
in the living room. room when necessary. A pocket door erous space directly into the bedroom
separates the spaces so when the own- or through the cedar-lined, walk- room has a walk-in shower, vanity,
A private hallway just off the family second toilet and sink. A door in the
closet leads to a screened-in, outdoor
shower and bathtub sequestered be-
hind a bamboo wall and surrounded
by lush landscaping for complete pri-
vacy.

The spacious owner’s suite has a
large bay window with a window seat,
overhead storage space and an office
behind open shutters that create a
semi-private space that can also be
used as a sitting room or as a nursery,
which is how the Corrs used it. This

CRISTELLE CAY VITAL STATISTICS
816 GAYFEATHER LANE
One must not wait until dusk to see how splendid life can be
Neighborhood: Central Beach
Oceanfront Cristelle Cay is entirely surrounded by preserves in perpetuity Year built: 1980
Find matchless quality and value in a wide pristine beach setting
Each condominium has a 32’ x 8’ direct oceanfront patio balcony Lot Size: 100 feet by 122 feet
Home size: 3,085 sq. ft.
All windows and sliding glass doors exceed the Florida Building Code
Custom design ceilings~Marble Bathrooms~Engineered wood floors~Painting Construction: Concrete block
Bedrooms: 4
Custom Gourmet Kitchen
9-unit SAILFISH has three 3-bedroom & 3-bathroom condos remaining Bathrooms: 3 full baths and
12-unit MAHI-MAHI has five 2-bedroom & 3-bathroom condos remaining 1 half-bath
Garage parking - AC storage units - Gym - Gated Entry - Dog Walk - Barbecue
View: Garden
Design-Developed by Cardinal Ocean Development LLC Pool: Swimming pool with
52-years Florida oceanfront condominium development fountain and swim out bench
Additional features: Vaulted
Peer-reviewed engineering integrity ceilings; crown molding; white
oak plank flooring; gas fire-
Now Under Construction place; wine cooler and wet bar;
office; screened lanai; two-car
4804 Atlantic Beach Boulevard (A1A) North Hutchinson Island, Florida garage; guest casita; outdoor
Fifteen minutes south of Vero Beach 17th Street Bridge shower and tub; irrigation well;
Email: [email protected] Tel: 772.321.9590 propane tank; security system;
from $1,025,000 storm shutters; fountain; new
Owen’s Corning 30-year shingle
60% Sold roof; and two new A/C units.

Sailfish Mahi Mahi Listing agency: AMAC
Alex MacWilliam Real Estate

Listing agent:
Mike Bottalico, 772-538-3937

Listing price: $2,385,000

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room opens onto the screened lanai The two-story casita has an air- Humiston Park. “It’s like having an through streets, so the kids can ride
but has just enough separation from conditioned, multiuse space on the extension of your backyard. The lo- their bikes up and down the street ev-
the rest of the area for added privacy. first floor, which the children used cation is the best, especially on these ery day, and you don’t have to worry
as a playroom. A pair of barn doors streets. Iris and Hibiscus are not about them.” 
The backyard was well-used by the opens the room up to the outdoors.
Corrs and their children. The lanai The functionality of this space is end-
gave them a space to play no matter less as a workshop, art studio, office,
the weather, and the backyard was yoga or fitness room.
a never-ending source of family fun.
The children spent endless hours frol- Upstairs, a Juliet balcony allows
icking in the pool and playing games guests to sit and enjoy a glass of wine.
in an area where they laid AstroTurf. The Bali-inspired bathroom has a

There’s a space between the casita separate entrance, ensuring its use as
and the privacy wall where gas has a pool bath won’t cause interlopers to
been plumbed for a grill and nearby disrupt guests staying in the casita.
is a full sink for cookouts or a place
to pot plants. On the pool side of the Corr says he has greatly enjoyed
building, there’s a second sink and living in such close proximity to the
countertop perfect as a wet bar or beachside shopping and dining dis-
snack station. trict. He walks to work, goes to Sail-
fish, takes the kids for ice cream or to

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What home renters need to know about renters insurance

BY MICHELE LERNER know before buying a policy: Madi- All responded by email, and their protect yourself if sued or found to be
The Washington Post son McGlinchey, a media communi- responses were edited. negligent in damaging the property
cations specialist in Boston for Insu- of others or creating bodily injury to
While lenders usually require home- rify, an insurance quotes platform; Do all renters need to buy a renters another person on the property.
buyers to purchase homeowner’s insur- Bill Gatewood, a corporate senior insurance policy?
ance, landlords don’t always demand vice president and national personal Karr: Most people need to buy rent-
that renters obtain their own coverage. insurance practice leader for Burns Gatewood: All renters should pur- ers insurance for the following rea-
& Wilcox in Detroit; and Bedford, chase an insurance policy for two sons:
Since many financial advisers N.H.-based Dan Karr, founder and reasons. First, you need protection
recommend that renters purchase CEO of ValChoice, an insurance rat- for all your personal property in the  The landlord requires purchas-
insurance, we asked some experts ings and analytics company. event of a fire, water damage or oth- ing renters insurance.
for insight into what renters need to er cause of loss. Second, you should
have personal liability coverage to  You have personal items such as
furniture, collectibles, clothing, etc.
for which you wish to be financially
protected against damage or destruc-
tion.

 In the event someone is injured
at your residence, you wish to have
protection against legal liability cre-
ated by the injury.

 If you were forced to temporar-
ily live somewhere else, it would be a
financial burden. Therefore, you wish
to have your living expenses covered
in the event your residence becomes
uninhabitable.

What does renters insurance cover?
McGlinchey: A renters insurance
policy protects you and the belong-
ings in your rented property and
protects you from liability claims. If
an unexpected loss occurs on your
property, renters insurance can pro-
tect you financially. This loss could
be from theft, vandalism, a fire or any
other damaging incident caused by
an outside force.
Karr: Renters insurance policies
generally cover personal property up
to the value of the item or the limit
of the policy, whichever is less. They
also provide legal liability coverage
which protects the renter from some-
one holding them financially respon-
sible for costs associated with an in-
jury to them. These costs can include
both medical bills as well as loss of
income on the part of the injured per-
son. Loss of use coverage protects the
renter against the financial costs of
needing to find another place to live
when the residence becomes unin-
habitable. The protection can include
housing costs, moving costs and liv-
ing expenses.
What does renters insurance not
cover?
McGlinchey: In many cases, “acts of
God,” such as damage from an earth-
quake or sewage backup, are not cov-
ered in a standard renters insurance
policy. Certain special items, like
artwork and antiques, are also not
covered and may require additional
insurance. And, of course, damage
to your property caused by your own
negligence or carried out intentional-
ly is not covered by renters insurance.
Gatewood: If you are a renter liv-

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ing in a flood-prone area, you can ex- determine your renters insurance How can renters save money on cess and shop around, because rates
pect your policy to not include flood needs. their insurance? vary by company. Take the highest
coverage. In general, a renters policy deductible you can afford because
will contain the same exclusions as a How much does renters insurance McGlinchey: Renters may qualify you’re less likely to make claims. You
standard homeowners policy. cost on average? for certain renters insurance dis- do not want to risk losing your insur-
counts, which will lower their month- ance by turning in smaller claims.
Karr: Renters insurance covers McGlinchey: The national aver- ly rate. For instance, a tenant may You also end up saving money with
costs based on a “peril.” For exam- age for renters insurance is $15 per equip their apartment with dead- a higher deductible. Pay your bills on
ple, some policies will exclude dog month. These prices can vary based bolts, lowering the likelihood of filing time. Most insurance companies will
bites from liability claims. Not all on your living arrangement and the an insurance claim due to a burglary. check your insurance score, which is
rental insurance policies are the insurance company. Furthermore, most insurers will pro- greatly impacted by your credit his-
same so renters need to take care vide a discount if they bundle their tory. The better insurance score you
to look for “covered perils” and “ex- Karr: Significant items affecting rates renters insurance with another one have, the lower your rates will be.
cluded perils.” Other items not cov- include safety, with high crime areas of the insurer’s policies, such as auto
ered include damage to personal costing more; the age of the building, insurance. Any other tips?
property due to pests or a room- with renters insurance costing more in McGlinchey: Insurers vary in
mate’s property. old building; and the distance from the Gatewood: Find an insurance pro-
nearest fire station, with a higher rate fessional to help you with this pro- CONTINUED ON PAGE 87
For items that are covered, rent- for a greater distance.
ers need to be sure to understand
both deductibles and claim limits.
Deductibles require the renter to
pay some of the cost of the damaged
items. For example, if a renter has a
$5,000 claim and a $1,000 deduct-
ible, the insurance policy will pay
$4,000. Claim limits are a maximum
amount that will be paid for specific
types of claims. For example, if the
renter has $3,000 worth of jewelry,
but the policy has a limit of $2,000
for jewelry, the insurance company
would cover a limit of $2,000, minus
the deductible amount.

How do you calculate how much
renters insurance to buy?

Gatewood: You want enough cov-
erage to replace all of your person-
ally owned belongings. This not
only includes large items like fur-
niture and wardrobe, but all other
items you own like pots and pans,
dishes, linens and electronic equip-
ment. It adds up quickly and most
people underestimate the amount
of money it would take to replace ev-
erything they own. You want to have
enough liability insurance to protect
your assets against a judgment. It is
standard to carry $100,000 in cover-
age, but you can purchase options
of $300,000 and $500,000. Liability
insurance is inexpensive – we rec-
ommend purchasing the largest
amount you can afford.

McGlinchey: Understanding your
unique living situation – roommates,
pets, location – will also help you

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REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Sales on the Barrier Island: Jan. 28 to Feb. 3

The arrival of February saw the barrier island real estate market continue to strengthen, with 15
transactions closing including five for more than $1 million.
The top sale of the week was of a large undeveloped oceanfront lot on South Beach. The property
at 1520 South Highway A1A has nearly 170 feet of ocean frontage and more than 900 feet of
depth. It was listed on Nov. 12 for $9.95 million. It sold on Feb. 1 for $8.5 million.
Both the seller and the purchaser in the transaction were represented by Joseph Schlitt and
Joseph O’Neill of Douglas Elliman Florida.

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES AND LOTS

SUBDIVISION ADDRESS LISTED ORIGINAL MOST RECENT SOLD SELLING
ASKING PRICE ASKING PRICE PRICE
$4,850,000
$4,950,000 $2,500,000
DUNES 840 CRESCENT BEACH RD 9/4/2021 $2,600,000 $4,950,000 1/31/2022 $1,320,000
COUNTY 8550 JUNGLE TRL 6/29/2021 $1,400,000 $2,600,000 1/31/2022 $995,000
$995,000 $900,000
SEAGROVE WEST 210 RIVERWAY DR 11/17/2021 $995,000 $1,400,000 1/31/2022 $860,000
$875,000 $680,000
SANDPOINTE 1610 W SANDPOINTE PL 11/19/2021 $710,000 $995,000 1/31/2022
$1,500,000
BETHEL BY THE SEA 3915 MOCKINGBIRD DR 6/3/2021 $899,000 1/31/2022 $925,000
$705,000
MARBRISA 371 MARBRISA DR 10/1/2021 $875,000 2/2/2022

CASTAWAY COVE 1015 CLIPPER RD 10/10/2021 $710,000 1/28/2022

TOWNHOMES, VILLAS, CONDOS, MULTIFAMILY AND INVESTMENT

SEA OAKS 8870 N SEA OAKS WAY, #306 1/12/2022 $1,400,000 $1,400,000 1/31/2022
SEAQUAY CONDO 4800 HIGHWAY A1A, #204 1/3/2022 $899,000 $899,000 1/31/2022
LA MER CONDO 5536 HIGHWAY A1A, #116 11/1/2021 $769,000 $769,000 1/28/2022

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REAL ESTATE

Here are some of the top recent barrier island sales.

Subdivision: Sandpointe, Address: 1610 W Sandpointe Pl Subdivision: Dunes, Address: 840 Crescent Beach Rd

Listing Date: 11/19/2021 Listing Date: 9/4/2021
Original Price: $995,000 Original Price: $4,950,000
Recent Price: $995,000 Recent Price: $4,950,000
Sold: 1/31/2022 Sold: 1/31/2022
Selling Price: $995,000 Selling Price: $4,850,000
Listing Agent: Rita Curry Listing Agent: Dick Davis

Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc. Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

Shannon O’Leary Matilde Sorensen

Alex MacWilliam, Inc. Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

Subdivision: County, Address: 8550 Jungle Trl Subdivision: Sea Oaks, Address: 8870 N Sea Oaks Way, #306

Listing Date: 6/29/2021 Listing Date: 1/12/2022
Original Price: $2,600,000 Original Price: $1,400,000
Recent Price: $2,600,000 Recent Price: $1,400,000
Sold: 1/31/2022 Sold: 1/31/2022
Selling Price: $2,500,000 Selling Price: $1,500,000
Listing Agent: John Mullins Listing Agent: Debbie Noonan

Selling Agent: Island Properties Vero Beach Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

Sven Frisell Kim Weber

Compass Florida LLC Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.

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REAL ESTATE

Here are some of the top recent barrier island sales.

Subdivision: Marbrisa, Address: 371 Marbrisa Dr Subdivision: Bethel By the Sea, Address: 3915 Mockingbird Dr

Listing Date: 10/1/2021 Listing Date: 6/3/2021
Original Price: $875,000 Original Price: $995,000
Recent Price: $875,000 Recent Price: $899,000
Sold: 2/2/2022 Sold: 1/31/2022
Selling Price: $860,000 Selling Price: $900,000
Listing Agent: Gerry Durham Listing Agent: Alex MacWilliam IV

Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc. Selling Agent: Alex MacWilliam, Inc.

Stuart Tilt Claire Higgins

ONE Sotheby’s Int’l Realty Keller Williams Realty

Subdivision: Seagrove West, Address: 210 Riverway Dr Subdivision: La Mer Condo, Address: 5536 Highway A1A, #116

Listing Date: 11/17/2021 Listing Date: 11/1/2021
Original Price: $1,400,000 Original Price: $769,000
Recent Price: $1,400,000 Recent Price: $769,000
Sold: 1/31/2022 Sold: 1/28/2022
Selling Price: $1,320,000 Selling Price: $705,000
Listing Agent: Kristi White & Listing Agent: Sally Woods & Ryan Doerr
Ashley Lombardo
Selling Agent: Selling Agent: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.
Keller Williams Realty
Debbie Bell
Sherry Goff
Berkshire Hathaway Florida
Berkshire Hathaway Florida

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