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 July is a month of simple pleasures. During this month of scorching heat, making it from the car to the front door without having to dial 911 warrants an Olympic gold medal ~ or should. In July, there is no better pleasure than sticking your head in the freezer after  completing the simple task of bringing in the mail. I am fairly certain that July in South Florida is the reason we have swimming pools, window and patio screens and mosquito spray.
The oppressive heat, humidity and mosquitoes go unnoticed for a brief moment in early July with the excitement of our nation's most joyous birthday celebration ~ Independence Day! I don't know about you, but my Fourth of July memories each year are about fireworks, children with painted faces dressed in red, white and blue, great friends, cold beer and the aroma of fresh burgers on the grill. And most of all, the freedom that we take for granted each day. Once the celebration is over, I hope we will all remember to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in a country where freedom and equality are a way of life. I wish you all a very happy and safe Independence Day.
Happy July and Happy JABBING!
~ Boo
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Family PlanningAfter years of failed fertility treatments, my husband and I are considering adoption for the first time. While we are very excited, starting the process is overwhelming. I would love to hear from JABBERS who have experience with adoption. If you can refer us to a trusted attorney specializing in this area or adoption agencies, we would greatly appreciate it. We are open to international as well as domestic adoptions. Thank you so much for your help!
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Forward to a Friend for a Chance to Win Tickets to
Barbie™ The Dreamhouse Experience™
 As JABBERS, we get by with a little help from our friends ~ from sharing advice and recommendations to ideas and support. So we want you to share the love with your friends to show them what JAB is all about! It's as easy as clicking the Forward to a Friend button above. Plus, you'll have a chance to win one of three packs of four tickets (two adults and two children) to Barbie™ The Dreamhouse Experience™, a 10,000 square-foot interactive installation bringing the iconic Barbie® Dreamhouse® toy to real life for fans of all ages. Click HERE for official rules. Promotion runs through July 15, 2013. No purchase is necessary to enter or play. Sweepstakes starts at 12:01 am EDT on July 1, 2013 and ends at 11:59 pm EDT on July 15, 2013. Only eligible to those interested in content relevant to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. Participants must be of legal age.
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Swimming in CurtainsWe sold our house, and are now renting. We had many custom curtains and valences throughout the old house that we brought with us during the move. I am seeking advice on the best way to store curtains for a couple of years until we move to a more permanent location. And if you can recommend a skilled seamstress who can alter some of the curtains to be used in our current residence, I would appreciate that too. We are in the Cooper City/Davie area. Thanks.
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Refi Results
From Sheri Figueroa: REPLY I am considering refinancing my mortgage but all the different options are overwhelming. If you have gone through the process recently, I would love to hear from you. Your advice is appreciated. Thanks!
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A Dream Come TrueFrom Clelia Carcases: REPLY I am looking for a Make-a-Wish type of organization that work with adults. Any direction you can give is most appreciated. Thank you!
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Beachy Clean
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A Blue Wave Certified Broward Beach
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From Team JAB
Our beaches are the perfect place to spend this week's other American holiday, National Clean Beaches Week, going on now through the July 7. But JABBERS don't have to take our word for it. The Clean Beaches Coalition, the organization behind the holiday, has honored only six South Florida beaches with "Blue Wave Certification" since 1999 ... and all six are Broward beaches: Dania, Deerfield, Ft. Lauderdale, Hollywood, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea and Pompano! Click HERE to learn what JABBERS can do to preserve our award-winning beaches (like not treading the dunes, and using walk-overs and marked paths instead.)
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West CoastingFrom Begett Contreras: REPLY We are setting off on a month-long family road trip adventure with three girls under 10, from Vancouver to Los Angeles. If you have any must-sees and must-dos along the way to recommend, please send them my way! Thanks!
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Destined for DestinI am planning a family trip to Destin in August, and am looking for a three bedroom/two bath beachfront house to rent for a three- or four-night stay. If you know of anything, I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!
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Good Clean (Or Messy) Summer Fun For Kids
 From Anthony Lauro: REPLY The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale's AutoNation Academy of Art + Design is gaining recognition as a local cultural treasure. The Academy offers courses year round for all ages and levels of experience, and infuses a philosophy of individual development in every class. This summer, the Academy is again offering a Creative Summer Art Academy as five two-week sessions for children in grades 1 - 12. Session 3 begins on July 8, and Session 5 ends August 16. For more detailed information regarding grade curriculum, and to download the registration form, click HERE or call 954.262.0239.*
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Move over Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon, Broward's beautiful beaches have the market cornered on sandy celebrations! From Deerfield to Hollywood, JABBERS can enjoy live music, food and drink, and activities for adults and children alike as they join together for our nation's 237th birthday tomorrow. Festivities end with fireworks finales up and down the coast at 9 pm.
Best of the West
Is no patch of sand worth crossing east of I-95 for this Thursday? Bring the Bikini Party spirit with you to events in our land-locked communities including Coral Springs, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Miramar and Sunrise.
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Two Beds Are Better Than One
I am expecting international students in one week, and I have no place for them to sleep. Help! If you have a bedroom set with two twin beds to sell, please reply. Thank you!
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Just Like NewI am purchasing a new home, and would like to buy a gently used formal dining set and buffet in a cherry or dark wood finish. I am also looking for an elegant couch. If you are selling any of these items, please send me a picture. Thank you!
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A Beach Read
 From Team JAB
Summer means more time to read at the beach or by the pool with a good book. We want to know what's on your summer reading list. If you have plans to read a book that was recommended to you or you have suggestions you would like to share with fellow JABBERS, email us HERE and we will feature a compiled list in an upcoming feature, in time for your next getaway. |
Sleep on ItFrom Bernadette Lopez: REPLY I have a light brown sleeper sofa that I would like to give away. Pick up is in the Miami Shores/El Portal area. If you are interested, let me know! |
Entertain Me
From Elizabeth Flores: REPLY I would like to buy an entertainment center, preferably in a dark brown tone. If you or someone you know is selling one, please contact me. Thank you.
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Brand New Vanity and Matching Linen Tower For SaleFrom Michele Verdi-Knapp: REPLY I have a brand new, French provincial style, antique white marble top vanity with sink, and matching linen tower for sale. The vanity measures 40" X 35" X 20". The tower measures 72" X 20" X 20". I am asking $600 for the set.*
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An Inside JobFrom Dolly Santana: REPLY I would like to hire an interior design student who is interested in building their portfolio to redecorate my home. If you know someone, please contact me.
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Life's a Beach
From Team JAB 
We pick up on our profiles of Broward's beautiful beaches in our next issue of JAB Ft. Lauderdale, Thursday, July 11. It's not too late to tell us all about your favorite local beach and why! Email us HERE, and look for your responses and pictures to be included in an upcoming issue. |
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