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Rising Stars
They're young, smart,
charming and funny. But when it comes to golf, they are dead serious. That's why Sydney
Burlison, Kristina Wong and Esteban Calisto are attending the David Leadbetter
Golf Academy (DLGA), a division of IMG Academies (IMGA). Spread out over nearly 300
acres in Bradenton, IMGA...
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You Go Girl!
Move over, Hells Angels, biking ain't what it used to be. Professional,
fashion-conscious and headstrong, female motorcyclists have emerged as
a force to be reckoned with. Women's clubs are sprouting exponentially,
with memberships comprised mostly of career women who refuse to take
the back...
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Finding Nemo
If
you liked Finding Nemo, you'll love finding Mote. It delivers all
the drama and color that captured your imagination in the fun fish
tale, but here, it's real. Colorful reef fish, toothy sharks and
sensational sea turtles swim right before your eyes. You can actually
pet a velvety "Mr. Ray" at the Ray Touch Tray, and pick up...
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Birds of a Feather
What
a hoot, so to speak, to be asked to travel and write about Florida's
beautiful birds. Following The Great Florida Birding Trail led me
to a series of unforgettable encounters and an eye-opening education.
Previously, the only bird watching I had done was in my own backyard
in southwest Florida...
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Be the Circus!
I'm
uncoordinated, non-athletic, and let's just say my muscles and cardiovascular
system have been on vacation for about a year. Oh, and I just turned
50. But Tito Gaona's trapeze school boasts students of all ages
and levels of fitness.Seemed like a fun idea for an article and besides,
if I could do it, anyone could...
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Shop 'til You Drop!
Whether you prefer to peruse one-of-a-kind boutiques or you thrive in a major mall setting,
Sarasota's diverse shopping options are sure to satisfy. Here's a glimpse of what's
in store. Think Fifth Avenue, Rodeo Drive and Bond Street. Surround them
with Mediterranean homes, sprinkle them with palm trees, color in...
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In Search of The Silver King
The old salt saying goes, "the bluer the water, the bigger the fish." It's not just
a catchy line, and nowhere is it more evident than Southwest Florida. With waters
ranging in color from radiant turquoise to royal blue, the mighty tarpon has been
migrating here annually for centuries. By the late 1800's anglers were coming...
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Preserving Your Yesterdays
Perhaps it's because of these tenuous times
that we are looking now more than ever to preserve precious memories
of loved ones, relive tender moments and recount joyful occasions.
Scrapbooking has emerged as an ideal venue for showcasing those
meaningful people and events in our lives...
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A Christmas Tail
Our first "child," an English
Springer Spaniel named Teagan, was just two and a half years
old when we had her put to sleep. It was one of the worst
days of my life. She was a beautiful, enthusiastic and affectionate
dog. But, shortly after she was a year old, she began exhibiting
hostile behavior - lunging...
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Haircolor Goes Organic
Getting the "Star" treatment takes on new meaning
at A Talk of the Town Salon and Spa in Sarasota. Resident stylist Frank
Star has just implemented an innovative technique called organic hair
coloring. Okay, so changing the color of your hair is intrinsically unnatural,
but for some of us, it contributes to a sense...
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