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By John & Nisha Whitehead
Over the years Christmas has racked up many casualties The season for giving has turned into the season for getting…and for getting offended. Over the years, Christmas casualties in the campaign to create one large national safe space have ranged from the beloved animated classic Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer (denounced for promoting bullying and homophobia) to the Oscar-Winning Tune “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” (accused of being a date rape anthem) crooned by everyone from Dean Martin to Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel in the Movie Elf. Also on the endangered species Christmas list are such songs as “Deck The Halls,” “Santa Baby” and “White Christmas.” One publishing company even re-issued their own redacted version of Clement Clarke Moore’s famous poem “T’was The Night Before Christmas” in order to be more health conscious: the company edited out Moore’s mention of Santa smoking a pipe (“The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth/ And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath.”) Snowflakes, Page 7A
It’s That Time Of Year Be Ready For Your Upcoming Condominium HOA Annual Meeting By Christopher Carter - Real Estate Broker Associate
The keys to owning and living in a Florida Condominium Building or an HOA-Governed Community are education and participation Within the next couple of months, most Florida Condominium and Homeowners Associations will be holding their Required Annual Members Meetings. In those meetings, some new Directors may be elected to the Board and owners could vote on specific business items that affect the ongoing Administrative, Operational and Financial Health of the Association. Why are most annual meetings held in January or February? Because seasonal resident owners are here and Associations want as many owners participating as possible. The keys to owning and living
in a Florida Condominium Building or an HOA-Governed Community are education and participation, so it is important for all owners (Association members) to attend their annual meetings, either in person or via Zoom. It is also a good idea to attend a few Board Meetings throughout the year to stay current on Association Business. Yes, running a Residential Owners Association is a Business, not a Social Function. In order to better participate and cast well-informed votes, owners need to have a basic working knowledge of how their Associations handle property maintenance, manage finances, and enforce resident rules. They should also realize that Florida’s Condominium or Homeowners Association Act and the Association’s own Governing Documents regulate its function
and operation at all times. For new owners, the upcoming annual meeting might be their first real exposure to Florida Owners Association Governance. Many never even had the Governing Docs explained to them when they bought into the building or community, so their first annual meeting might be a bit intimidating. To help new owners and those who have already been there awhile be more comfortable attending and understanding what goes on at their meetings, I put together a few articles that touch on the fundamentals of Florida Residential Owners Association Function. Condominium and Homeowners Associations are regulated quite differently in Florida, though the fundamentals of good
Just in time for Christmas Innovative Eyewear, Inc. is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated 2.0 Version of its Lucyd App, which along with their Smart Eyewear give you an experience like no other. This upgraded release introduces seamless integration with ChatGPT, a revolutionary Artificial Intelligence Technology, allowing users to experience an entirely new dimension of interaction with their smart eyewear. AI Meets Smart Eyewear In response to the everevolving demands of technology enthusiasts, Innovative Eyewear has seamlessly merged ChatGPT into the Lucyd App. This innovative integration empowers users to engage in natural and fluid voice conversations, transforming the way they interact with their smart eyewear. By leveraging ChatGPT’s advanced capabilities, users can do much more than simple voice commands. They can now engage in interactive conversations, get instant answers to questions, draft messages, and even schedule appointments
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cialty pairs beautifully with the depth of a Molé Poblano sauce, a tribute to Oregon’s Mexican community. The aromatic blend of Chocolate and Chilies in the Molé elevates the Venison, making every bite a celebration of fusion. Recipe website: www.MissWish.com has run a survey of 3,000 foodies to
unearth what each state’s preferred contemporary Christmas dishes would be, with some tantalizing results. Below are Florida’s top 3 choices: #1 Key Lime Butter Basted Turkey: A Florida-twist on the classic Christmas Turkey, basted with Butter infused with Key
Florida’s Top Alternative Christmas Dishes Key Lime Butter Basted Turkey Voted Florida’s Top Alternative Christmas Dish America’s Christmas table is a vibrant variety of regional flavors, with each state bringing its own culinary traditions to the festive feast. For example, Maine’s shores inspire a Hearty Seafood Chowder, Succulent Lobster, and a sweet finish of Blueberry Pie, made from its iconic berries. Meanwhile, in Minnesota, the festive flavors of Scandinavia
reign supreme with dishes like: Lutefisk, Lefse, and Swedish Meatballs taking center stage. Yet, America’s essence lies in its ever-evolving cultural mix. As our nation’s demographics shift, so do our holiday dishes, blending traditional flavors with fresh influences. Consider Oregon: a state where the rich Mexican cultural
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influence weaves seamlessly into its culinary heritage. Imagine a Christmas dinner in Oregon where the star dish is HazelnutCrusted Venison with Molé Poblano! Here’s a glimpse into the recipe: Start with Gamey Venison and give it a crunchy exterior using Oregon’s Renowned Hazelnuts. This Northwest spe-
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