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Cheers

Tonight, Jan 23 there was supposed to be a benefit in honor of Mike “Bowler” Cristello who is fighting stage 4 Melanoma skin cancer.  The event was to be held at the Fisherman’s Net and the owner George Gunn and many other volunteers stepped up quickly to take action.  It was unfortunately cancelled due to a series of events, largely impart of some great mis-information and I feel responsible for being a part of it.  I should have looked closer at what was being said instead of taking one person’s opinion as the whole truth.  However, I am human and was trying to do the honest thing.

The horrible part of this story is that Bowler still needs our support.  There can never be enough money to fight cancer!  I apologize to  his whole family –they have enough to worry about–

So for the last few sleepless nights I have been trying to figure out how to remedy the situation when a good friend shared this video with me…it will break your heart…and then it will make you realize that this is not just Mike’s battle, it is all of ours.

Dear 16-year-old me,

And so I have a vision and am calling out to the entire community…the state…the world.  We could put on a benefit to help Mike and so many others.  It could appear like your standard festival by the beach (if you know me I’m a large fan of throwing parties by the ocean) but there would be the added element of free Melanoma skin screenings.  Most people I know don’t have insurance and even more are in denial that there could be a potential time bomb lying within their epidermis.  The best defense is a great offense and if people are better informed maybe they can prevent what Mike is experiencing right now.   We could also put on a run to help the cause and raise some cash.  So these are a few of my ideas, I have more.

Melanoma is a treatable cancer if caught early otherwise it is considered quite fatal.  We all go outside and most of us prefer it…that’s why we live here in this beautiful place, and that’s why all of us should join together .  So I am asking all of you…if you can share this vision with me I would be eternally grateful.

Contact me at this email : pnelop1@yahoo.com

Thanks so much! Cheers-

The Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee is proud to announce the 2012 “Day of Service”, celebration honoring the legendary Civil rights Activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The King Day of Service brings together people who might not ordinarily meet, breaks down barriers that have divided us in the past, and leads to better understanding and ongoing relationships.

Financial contributions may be forwarded to:
The MLK Celebration Committee
P. O. Box 461
Bunnell, Fl 32110

Today and tomorrow are Farmer’s  Market day in the neighborhood and if your lucky you might get to lay eyes on this handsome guy:)

Have a “super” weekend! Cheers-

This photo was taken by force from James Scott Triplett

It’s funny how the other day I was contemplating putting on a bathing suit and now I sit bundled up in layer after layer of apparel.  I feel like a reptile.  Not only is my ability to move around greatly impaired (this is compounded by the several pounds I received for Christmas wrapped up in neat little bow of chocolate and powdered sugar) but I do believe my skin is drying out so much as though you could possibly use it for some designer boots, insulated of course.

I am not complaining about the weather, I gave that up a few years ago.  I just appreciate the bug infested west wind September dead heat of summer a little more right now.  And to make matters even more humorous is the fact that my heater is running at a cooler temperature than my air conditioner is ever aloud to do…

Just another day in Flagler Beach…Cheers

I had attempted to get a jump start on my resolutions by walking off the pot belly I got for Christmas and what better place then our good ole humongous bridge.  Passing strangers with friendly smiles and gawking folks in ominous pick em up trucks I managed to work up a decent sweat and send a message to my dormant muscles that change is coming.

Funniness aside, it never fails that when I make my descent a warm feeling envelopes me as I look over our cute beachside town nestled in the trees.

And for a bonus there was a secret Arts & Crafts show that nobody knew about until they passed it—how funny!

So to you and yours—Happy New Year and let the end of the world begin…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xjCW66bTKc

There’s something funny about people in big colorful balls rolling around in the water.

]]> http://flaglersurf.com/blog/2012/01/02/3174/feed/ 0 http://flaglersurf.com/blog/2011/12/19/o-christmas-lights/ http://flaglersurf.com/blog/2011/12/19/o-christmas-lights/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:54:42 +0000 Carla Michelle http://flaglersurf.com/?p=3168 To get in the holiday spirit I figured I would post some streets worth driving by in our little ole town where the folks have gone above and beyond the call of Christmas duty…

…this is way more fun to do in the golf cart especially when you are carrying on like silly children accompanied by an assortment of jovial sound effects– and then you realize the owners are outside–whoops:)

To start…4th street north…they have music playing and an electronic countdown…so cruise by and show your support with a honk or friendly wave.

And if you must know…no the picture is not an actual photo of the display…I am still trying to get off the naughty list so maybe one day Santa will bring me a real camera.

While the folks I know and love are struggling to make it through the day it’s amazing how we are able to lend a hand and help a friend in need.  My friend Bowler…is now that person.  Mike is one of the characters that make this town unique.  Since I’ve known him he has ebb and flowed through life and is now fighting to keep his head above water.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Benefit-for-Bowler-Mike-Cristello/205616332857086

Sometimes a little goes a long way…

and remember…living your life the best you can today will make all the difference.

The festival stages will include the historic 1890s pioneer homestead, the dairy barn formerly belonging to Governor Millard Caldwell, and several of the restored 1930 era citrus business buildings.

Enjoy live performances from 10am until 8:30pm on November 12, 2011.

The invasion is the 12th Annual Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Contest sponsored by Nautica.  Pretty amazing if you remember that this event started out as a school project and now has grown to include a global sponsor and world wide attention.  So what’s the back story you wonder…

Tommy was a friend of mine and the stories I could share with you are perhaps not fit for this family website however, the legacy he has left brings tears to your eyes and fills your heart with good will…Will his brother that is, who has led the charge to making the world a better place and keeping Tommy’s spirit alive.

Tommy passed away at the age of 24 from an aortic aneurysm.  This heart breaking moment has been the catalyst to an effort in raising thousands and thousands of dollars for local scholarships and money donated to our community food bank.  A two day festival of surfing, arts,music, food and friendship rising up to the sky on a two story scaffold decorated with banners.  It is a sight to behold and a part of history in the making.

And now I must go as I am helping put together the Food Festival taking place in Veterans Park tonight at 5:00 p.m. tickets available at the door.  Local restaurants are donating their time to feed the hungry masses while Josh Garrels plays his magical music.  Come join the fun and help make difference.  Cheers!