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Happy Father's Day!
From Team JAB
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Photo courtesy of Jonathan
Dann Photography
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Let's hear it for the boys! We want to send our best wishes to all the fabulous dads out there. This Sunday is a day to celebrate everything we love about dad. We hope you have a wonderful day - you deserve it! Enjoy stories from JABBERS about the best gifts they received from their dads farther down in this newsletter. Happy Father's Day and Happy JABBING!
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Wedding Wishes
Can anyone recommend a charming venue that is available to rent for a small wedding of about 50 to 75 people? I would like a place that allows outside catering so a house rental would be especially appealing. All suggestions are welcome!
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Camera Ready
From Cristina Sullivan: REPLY I need a hair and make up artist who can work tomorrow afternoon at my photography studio. Is there someone you suggest I contact?
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Pearly Whites
From Alexis Epstein: REPLY I would like to get my teeth whitened at a reliable place. Is there anywhere you recommend? Thanks!
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The Miami Science Museum is gearing up for its 47th Annual Summer Camp! During the eight one-week camp sessions, kids ages 4 to 14 will enjoy engaging, unique, fun-filled experiences including ecology, robotics, engineering, field trips and more. While camp activities will be specific to the session chosen each week, each class will feature science lessons, projects, experiments, and crafts, interspersed with time to explore the museum galleries and planetarium or theater shows. Click HERE for information.*
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In the Middle
Has anyone used the Garcinia Cambogia diet for losing belly fat? If you have, I would love to hear about your experience and any advice you may have. Thank you!
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It's Sum, Sum, Summertime!
 Summer is here and so is the Mercedes-Benz Summer Event! This month, drive a 2013 C250 Sedan for just $319/month.* At Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables and Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay, there are terrific opportunities on all new Mercedes-Benz models or check out our extensive pre-owned inventory. The Mercedes-Benz Summer Event is a great time to get behind the wheel of your next Mercedes-Benz. Summer is here ... have fun! *Lease 27 months, $3079 due at signing. Does not include tax and tag. Offers with approved credit through Mercedes-Benz Financial. For more information, call 305.476.5041.*
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South for the Winter
My cousin will be visiting over the holiday season and we are planning a vacation in the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. We would like to rent a house or condo in a safe area for six adults, ages 36 and up, including two couples and a mother and a daughter. Proximity to the beach is optional. We prefer traveling over tanning and would like to visit as many places as we can in South Florida. If you have any recommendations for accommodations, restaurants and things to see and do, please contact us. Thank you!
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Let's Talk and Figure Out Our Kids Together
From Lina Acosta Sandaal, MA: REPLY Understanding developmental milestones can help you in choosing the discipline and the guidance you give your child. If you hone in on development, then the bumpy parenting road is easier. Join us for our "Let's Talk" series! Get information about your little one from a child development expert and marriage and family therapist. She will explain developmental markers and allow the group to shape the discussion based on your particular questions and issues. Just drop in and join the discussion. The "Let's Talk" series will be recurrent every second, third, and fourth week of the month. For more information, click HERE.*
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By the Numbers
From Aliette Moran: REPLY I need to find a CPA in the South Miami/Coral Gables area to complete my business and personal taxes. I would like to find someone with big firm experience, but who is at a smaller firm that offers flat rate billing. Your recommendations will be very helpful.
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Fatherly Bonds
From Team JAB
JABBERS, we asked you to tell us about the greatest gifts your father ever gave to you. In this tribute to Father's Day, we share your thoughtful and amusing responses.
 Boo Zamek says, "Every Christmas when my sister Morgan and I were growing up, what we looked forward to most - even more than the surprises Santa had left under the tree - was the "love letter" from Dad we knew we'd find in our stockings. We woke up every Christmas at or before dawn, raced down the stairs, and tore in to our stockings to read our letters. Dad hand-wrote a special one for each of us every year and they were incredible. (My dad is a very talented writer and - sorry Dad - is a pretty mushy guy.) Both Morgan and I have saved all the letters to share with our children someday. Thank you, Dad!"
Megan Peffers says, "My father is an avid sports fan. I remember as a child, he would take my brother and me to every home baseball game, and would spend hours with us on the weekends playing H-O-R-S-E and kickball. Watching games with him on television was as much fun as going to the movies. It's because of my dad and this love of sports I inherited, that I was voted "the coolest girl" in seventh grade by all of the boys in the class! The only other person who is as grateful as I am for the this gift is my husband. Happy Father's Day, Daddy!"
Carlo Costas says, "My father, Carlo Sr., had a way of expanding the minds of those around him with thoughts of growth and adventure ... and big thoughts led to big actions! Grandiose plans (and at least two small businesses) were often made after people had spoken with him. I think it's important that we inspire each other to keep "thinking big," and I try to incorporate that into my life daily."
Angel O'Connell says, "Dad taught my sisters and me all of the same life-skills he would have taught to a son. Because of my dad, there isn't anything that we can't fix around the house! This gift has saved us not only money on having to hire plumbers or handymen, but several arguments with our spouses."
Lissa Dorsey says, "The greatest gift I inherited from my father was my love for writing. Growing up, my father always had a pen and paper in his hand. Whether it was a poem, short story or a speech he was preparing, he always read his writings to me and asked for my input. It's because of him that I started keeping a journal at a very young age, and developed a passion for writing. And my writing skills have served me well in life: as an English major in college, as an attorney, and as the Managing Editor for JustAskBoo Palm Beach ~ I have a job I love where I write all day. Thanks Dad!"
Katie Menendez says, "It took me a long time to appreciate it, but my father's greatest gift to me was his dark, good looks. As a child I desperately wanted to look like my mother and sister, but now when I look in the mirror I see all of his strength and character looking back at me through the beautiful brown eyes I inherited."
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Language Learners
From Mariana Rodriguez: REPLY I would like my family (my husband, my kids and me) to learn a new language besides Spanish and English. I prefer one that will help my children, ages five and seven, throughout their lives and my husband in his career. If you have suggestions on a language and/or know of a teacher who can come to our home, please let me know.
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The New Ashley Cusack From Ashley Cusack: REPLY  I hope you've noticed my new "look." It has been up and running on JustAskBoo, in The Miami Herald, on my website and on all of my other printed advertising. I was ready for a fresh and refined look and think I got it. Hot off the press are my new signs! Keep an eye out for them around town (hopefully more and more!). They stand out nicely with my signature "Ashley Cusack" blue and the EWM red. And, of course, if you're in the market for selling, I would love to have the opportunity to hang one in front of your home too! To learn more, visit my website HERE.* |
Pumped Up
From Michelle Hernandez: REPLY Is there a company you highly recommend to repair pool pumps? Thanks for your suggestions!
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It's Time to Get Rid of the Allergens!
From Netty Parente: REPLY Whether it's pollen, dust, dust mites or cat dander, you just want them out of your house. While regular vacuuming and dusting are important, nothing gets the culprits out of your home like OxyCleanFresh® carpet, floor and upholstery cleaning services. Carpets and upholstery are vital to a healthy home. They act like giant magnets and filters for allergens and other particles, catching them in the fibers which help to keep your air quality healthier. However, they must be maintained and refreshed regularly so that they keep doing their job. To learn more about our "Green Difference," click HERE for more information.*
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Tile Style
I am on the hunt for a great outdoor patio tile that won't look dirty all the time. Is there anything you recommend?
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Happy Birthday Victoria Assa!
From Team JAB  Flag Day isn't the only exciting event taking place June 14. It's also when our Vice President and Editorial Director, Victoria Assa, celebrates her birthday! Born a New Yorker, educated at Georgetown and trained in finance and marketing, Victoria is proud to call South Florida her home and never stops JABBING. We wish Victoria an incredible year filled with love, peace and happiness, with her husband and two children. For more about Victoria, click HERE. |
Sleepless in South Miami
My four-and-a-half-year-old daughter has been having trouble sleeping for years. The issues she initially exhibited have changed over the years from trouble at bed time (screaming for hours) to waking up multiple times in the middle of the night. She does initially fall asleep in her own bed but often wakes up very early in the night before we're asleep and insists on sleeping on the floor in our room. The situation is now completely disruptive to our whole family since she refuses to sleep alone and we have no privacy or space from her. We have taken her to a child psychologist who labeled her with major separation anxiety. The therapist suggested she sleep on our floor (despite my objection) so that everyone can get more rest, but I am concerned that we are exacerbating the situation by encouraging her habits. Have you ever dealt with anything like this? If so, is there another therapist or healthcare professional I should speak with? Your suggestions and advice are desperately needed. Thank you!
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Fun, Affordable Camp That Combines It All
 Looking for a fun, affordable school age camp that combines it all? Sign up for Bridgepoint Fun Camp! Available for campers in kindergarten to 8th grade and offered at a variety of locations. Fun camps include field trips, water days, art/crafts, music, fun summer learning, sports, and more! Summer school options are also available to bridge learning gaps or to just keep the learning going. Parents can also select enrichment classes like cheer, basketball, dance, tennis, yoga, and more. Preschool summer camp also available for younger siblings. For information, call 305.595.8822, email HERE, or visit our website HERE.*
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Talk it Over
My three-and-a-half-year-old son has a bit of a speech delay and I am growing concerned. Do you know of a speech therapist in the South Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove or Pinecrest area who can help? I greatly appreciate your replies.
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LemonAid From Team JAB We want to thank all of the JABBERS who, after reading last week's newsletter, joined Team JAB in celebrating National Lemonade Days. We heard from JABBERS who braved this weekend's temperamental weather to set up a stand and raise funds for childhood cancer research, and shared their updates and photos with us by email and social media.
JABBERS and Mini-JABBERS across South Florida raised hundreds of dollars one cup at a time. The updates we received are amazing:
- JABBERS Shari Byrd, Allison Langer and Michelle Segal Janson raised an easy $131 by setting up their stand on the sidelines of a kids' soccer game in a local park on a hot afternoon.
- Pinecrest business Joanna's Marketplace hosted their stand in the memory of Bella Rodriguez-Torres, and matched the more than $160 raised in lemonade sales over two days with a corporate donation. They will continue to sell lemonade in-store until they reach their fundraising goal of $500.
- JAB Palm Beach Managing Editor Lissa Dorsey raised $138 outside of her West Palm home, and wrote about it in yesterday's issue.
It's not too late to participate, JABBERS! Click HERE or text LEMONADE E113000 to 85944 to donate. Send your updates and pictures of last weekend's stand to us by email. And keep checking HERE to see photos of JABBERS in action. Happy JABBING!
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The Way the Cookie Crumbles
I am looking for recommendations for a great local baker who can make Mickey Mouse cookies for my son's birthday party. Thanks for your replies!
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Party Like A PirateFrom Virginia Bentley: REPLY Ahoy there Mateys! Nothing like sliding into your birthday celebration with a splash. Host your birthday party, end-of-school year celebration, or "just because" soiree at Grapeland Water Park. You have a choice of pool area and option to add on the lazy river or recreation pool features. Private party options are available. Take the stress out of the party experience; let us host your event so that all you need is your swimsuit, sunscreen and friends. Corporate rentals and fundraising opportunities are available as well. The best part is you don't need all your buried treasure to afford the experience. Call 305.960.2950 for more information.* |
It's Elementary
We live in Coral Gables but have been assigned to G.W. Carver for first grade. I can pursue David Fairchild as an alternative, but I'd love to hear about both schools before taking any action. Do you have experience at either school, particularly the first grade gifted programs? Your insight is appreciated.
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Looking for a Quality Preschool?
 Look no further, consider Smart Starts Day School. Smart Starts caters to children, ages 0 to 6. We provide a safe and nurturing environment, the highest quality of preschool education, hands on activities, structured curriculum, bilingual programs, on-site enrichments, drop in care and fun family events. Summer camps for preschool and school age children. VPK, and CDS provider and accredited with a great reputation, even a Nick Jr. "Parent's Pick." Start creating memories that will last a lifetime. New locations in West Miami, Downtown Miami, Doral and Aventura coming soon! Call 305.595.8822, email HERE or visit our website HERE.*
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Real Estate Paralegal Wanted
Full time real estate paralegal and assistant at boutique law firm in Kendall wanted. Must be bilingual, reliable, hard working with good telephone etiquette and client relations and experience in real estate closings and title insurance. Familiar with fund, DoubleTime, AltaStar, Word and Outlook and have Notary Public license. Pay commensurate with experience. Email resume HERE.*
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 Park It
From Team JAB
JABBERS, if you live in the City of Miami, the Miami Parking Authority is giving residents the opportunity to park one vehicle per household in one of the city's five municipal parking garages free of charge in the event of a hurricane. Residents must sign up by tomorrow to take advantage. Click HERE to sign up or to learn more.
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Salon and Spa Needs Manager/Coordinator
Full time position available for a front desk manager/coordinator at beautiful Lyons Salon and Spa in the South Miami area. Experience preferred. Excellent pay. Please click HERE to apply.*
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Danish Wood Entertainment Center for Sale
Selling cherry veneer entertainment center manufactured by Jesper of Denmark. Two cabinets with shelves and ports for audio components. Measures 104"W x 22"D x 77"H (overall excluding top bridge) 115"W x 27"D x 7"H (with top bridge). Fits up to 65" TV. Purchased for $2,500 asking $1,000. Reply above if interested.*
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Coral Gables Garage Sale Saturday
From Kathleen Kauffman: REPLY Multi-family garage sale in Coral Gables this Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm at 827 North Greenway Drive by Granada Golf Course. Selling furniture, light and fan fixtures, toys, clothes, books, kitchenwares, costume jewelry (no gold), purses, shoes, rugs ... you name it, we've got it. See you there!*
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Selling Maple Wood Bar Stools
Three solid maple wood round bar stools with cloth seats that swivel 360 degrees. Measures 28"H x 16"D. Brand new, with no stains, rips or tears on seats or dents or scratches on wood. Purchased for $600 asking $300 OBO.*
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Yakima Rocket Box for Sale
From Allison Langer: REPLY This rooftop cargo box is great for carrying your luggage when your family has taken over the car. It holds golf clubs, tennis racquets, umbrella stroller, clothing etc. It is 7.5' long and in great condition. Retails for $358, asking $150 OBO.*
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 Do You Have a Candidate for JAB Spotlight?
From Team JAB
Do you know a JABBER who has been honored with an award in their professional field, shown extraordinary dedication to help the less fortunate, or made a notable contribution to Miami-Dade? JABBERS, we want to know about it. Send us your nominations HERE, and let us shine a bright JAB Spotlight on their impact in a future issue of JustAskBoo.
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Hit the Road
From Allison Langer: REPLY I am looking for a portable dog ramp and cargo box for my road trip in August. Do you have either that I could rent or purchase? I hope to hear from you!
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Baby on Board
From Ana Bustillos: REPLY If you are selling a gently used BabyBjorn, please let me know! Thanks.
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Highlight Your Household Help Post!
Location is everything! We have added a new feature just for you, JABBERS. Just like a classified ad, we will now place your household help request or referral right here in our newsletter for a small fee so you can spread the word to our thousands of JABBERS. Click HERE to place your ad.
Not in a rush? Posts on our Household Help page are always free. Just click HERE.
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