Lakes View - February 57

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2013 Board of Directors(Elected by general membership)

DirectorsTrina Searcy, President Mark Reichert, Vice PresidentTom Martineau, Treasurer Joanie Trotman, SecretaryJoe Barnett, Director Dan King, DirectorMark Worley, Director Administrative StaffNancy C. Johnson Operations Director, Bookkeeper & EditorAnne Marshall Office ManagerTenikca Gainey Assistant Office Manager & Editor Gregory Durant Field Manager

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Save these DatesFebruary

2 Groundhog Day12 Quarterly Open Member Meeting

7pm at the Historic Bradfordville Schoolhouse13 Ash Wednesday14 Valentine’s Day18 Presidents Day

March10 Daylight Savings Time Begins14 General Board Meeting 7pm at KLHOA Office17 St. Patrick’s Day20 Spring Begins24 Palm Sunday26 Passover29 Good Friday30 Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 11am-Noon

at Tekesta Park31 Easter Sunday / Epiphany Sunrise Service

6am at Tekesta Park

April1 April Fool’s Day11 General Board Meeting 7pm

at KLHOA Office22 Earth Day27 Kid’s Annual Fishing Contest begins at 8am

Lake Monkey Business

Cover Photo Contest Did you know that your photography could be showcased

on our cover? If you have a photo you would like to submit forconsideration, simply send it to [email protected].

All photos should be highest available quality {at least300dpi} to be considered. All entries will be reviewed by theEditor, the Assistant Editor and a Board Member. The selectedphoto will appear on an upcoming issue of the “Lakes View”Magazine. It would be helpful if you could share a personal storyalong with the photo.

Call our office at (850)668-3231 if you have any additionalquestions. We look forward to “showcasing” your photo

submissions!

Important Phone Numbers

Fire Department Dispatch(non-emergency situations only) 891-4310

Talquin Electric (ex: Light out on your street) (Bradfordville office): 893-6853

Outages (24-hour service): (1-888) 802-1832

Leon County Sheriff ’s Office Dispatch: 922- 3300

Leon County Public Roads (Limbs & Trees on KL roads): 606-1400

CALL BEFORE YOU DIG: (1-800) 432-4770

Animal Control 606-5400

Leon County Mosquito Control 606-1400

Waste Management 574- 3000

Leon County Storm Water Questions: 606-1400

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AEditor’s Note

s I sit at my laptop it is only a few more days before February arrives. Are yousurprised to see the pollen on cars and varieties of azaleas and camellias in full bloom? (Not tomention the A/C units humming) Since when did spring begin in January? You know how theFarmer’s Almanac usually predicts a hard freeze sometimes as late as March? Well I, for one, am becomingquite doubtful that such a prediction may happen this year. I will still hedge my bets and wait until April to startplanting my tomato and pepper plants.

Although February is the shortest month of the calendar year there are several events to celebrate, in addition to Valentine’s Day. Februaryis recognized as National Black History Month, or National African American History Month. This is an annual celebration of achievementsof and recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the monthof February as Black History Month.

February is also American Heart Month. Our local Heart Association produces fundraisers such as the Heart Ball (3/1/13 [email protected] to help raise awareness and funds for research and development and education. Recently there was a medicalstudy conducted by the University of Maryland Medical Center that showed that laughter is good for the heart because it helps the bloodvessels function better. Celebrating and laughing go hand-in-hand, so have a good laugh and pump up that heart and participate in some ofthe following celebrations going on this month:

• National Freedom Day: February 1 -This day serves to remind Americans of what our country stands for and to celebrate thefreedoms we enjoy as U.S. citizens.

• Groundhog Day: February 2- The legend goes if Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog for over 120 years, sees his shadowspring will not arrive for six more weeks. But if he does not see his shadow, spring is just around the corner.

• Send a Card to a Friend Day: February 7• February 14- celebrations include Valentine’s Day, when cards, chocolates, diamonds, roses and dinner out should always bring a

smile. It is also Ferris Wheel Day!• Random Acts of Kindness Day: February 17- You may want to check out www.ACTSOFKINDNESS.org for ideas of kinds of

activities that can be performed within your community.• Love Your Pet Day: February 20- If you have been thinking of adopting a pet, then Love Your Pet Day might be the perfect time

to visit a local animal shelter, make a donation to the Humane Society or drop off food, treats, bedding and toys to a no-kill animalshelter.

Research shows that pets can in fact lower blood pressure which in turn protects your heart. So by loving your pets or choosing to adopta pet, you will be celebrating American Heart Month for many years to come

I hope you will attend the Quarterly Open Member Meeting Tuesday, February 12th at 7pm. The Q&A program with Tadlock Roofingand Solar should be quite informative. More information on the following upcoming events will be available in our next issue of Lakes ViewMagazine. We could really use adult volunteers to help make these events a success. Contact the office or notify us via Facebook and Twitterto sign up!

• Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 30,2013, Tekesta Park• Kids Fishing Contest: Saturday, April 27, 2013, Lake Monkey Business

Nancy C. JohnsonOperations Director, Bookkeeper & Editor

Lakes View / Issue 57 / February 2013 4

Happy New Year! I am proud to begin another year representing District IV on

the Board of County Commissioners. Leon County is a very specialplace to live and raise our families and that's because of you, the greatpeople who make up this community. I know 2013 will bring greatthings our way and I can't wait to share them with you.

While 2012 ended on a difficult note with the tragedy inNewtown, I have great confidence that our school district and locallaw enforcement are doing everything they can to prevent such ahorrendous act from happening in Leon County. We live in difficultand challenging times which require us to be ever vigilant to insureour safety and that of others. My heart goes out to the families andresidents of Newtown, Connecticut.

Last month the County Commission held

their annual Board Retreat.There we discussed many items including setting the Counties

priorities for this year. Topping the list of priorities for 2013 are theeconomy, the environment, our quality of life and governance. As inyears past, our challenge remains trying to move forward and do whatneeds to be done with fewer resources and no new construction. Thisis a challenge that we’ve faced before and with your support and thededication of the commissioners and staff, we will meet andhopefully even exceed expectations. There are things that we cannotcontrol, but we can work hard within those constraints and focus onwhat needs to be done. For instance, we discussed ways to optimizethe resources we have and better align them with the Board’spriorities. We identified 54 strategic initiatives that we plan to tacklein the next couple of years to better position our county for thefuture.

During the Board Retreat two important

items were brought to light. One was the lack of sidewalks in certain neighborhoods and the

other was the need to connect all of our beautiful local trails. TheCounty’s lack of sidewalks in areas like Magnolia Drive betweenLafayette and Adams Streets and Miccosukee Road between CapitalCircle Northeast and Fleischmann Road is a safety issue. We need tolook at ways to be more proactive with the city and state in addressingsidewalk concerns. Regarding our local trails, I asked that we look atdoing more to promote existing trails and to create a single sourceof trail information that everyone can access. If we can brand “Trail-ahassee” it will not only be a great resource for our local community,but also a tourist draw and economic resource for the County.Surprisingly, many local residents, and those interested in travelinghere, don’t know about our scenic trails or even the MiccosukeeGreenway. We can, and should promote these beautiful local naturalresources for everyone to enjoy.

One item that fellow

Commissioner, Bill Proctor

has tirelessly advocated for

is a central sewer system in

Woodville.I support Commissioner Proctor on

this issue, but whether or not it comes tofruition depends on the Blueprint 2000extension committee. This is one ofmany items they will consider for theirlist of projects that will then be voted onby you.

A five-year look at the county’s needs for financial stability withits revenue was also discussed, along with a joint retreat between thecity, county and university and business leaders; and periodicchairman meetings with the county’s constitutional officers on theirbudgets.

I’m very proud to say, that for the first time,

the commissioners participated in a conversation

on how to improve our communication skills

with one another. Everyone acknowledged that there are times when we will

disagree with other members of the Board, but that it doesn’t excuseunprofessional or even unfriendly behavior. As I said at the Retreat,“The fights about the issues are expected. That’s our job!” “The problem is

occasionally it turns personal ... what happens is the line gets blurred somehow

and that doesn’t lend to good governance!' Out of the respect we have foreach other, we have committed to remembering the collegial exercisefrom the Board Retreat and practice what we learned when thingsget heated on the dais.

It is truly a privilege to serve as your District IV Commissionerand I commit to you that I will continue to do the best job I can inrepresenting you and our community. As always, I welcome yourinput and appreciate all of you who act as my eyes and ears in theDistrict. Many of the improvements we’ve already made, or arecurrently working on, came from citizen suggestions or observations.As you plan for your neighborhood/homeowner’s associationmeetings, please let me know the dates and times so that I can try toattend. Always remember to call me if you have any questions orconcerns, [email protected] or 606-5364. May 2013 bring

peace, happiness and prosperity to all.

Bryan Desloge

Leon CountyBoard of County Commissioners

Bryan's Brief



In the last issue of the Lakes View we included an article aboutthe Covenants and Restrictions where we attempted to explain our“complaint driven” enforcement of them (i.e., we don’t go lookingfor violations; we rely on you to report them to us). One responsewe received to the article took an exceptional negative tone to ourposition. Not only did the writer insult our collective intelligence, buthe also took exception to our attempt to equate enforcement of theKillearn Lakes Homeowners’ Association (KLHOA) Covenants andRestrictions to the enforcement duties of a Florida State Trooper.I’ll admit that probably wasnot a good analogy inwhich to make. However,the Editor was simplyattempting to draw acomparison to make apoint.

So, I’d like to take another stab at the issue to help clarify whywe don’t actively look for violations to the Covenants andRestrictions, but look to the members of the KLHOA to bringviolations to our attention.

Killearn Lakes is a deed restricted community. When you choseto move here, you agreed to live within the rules which govern our

community; the Covenants and Restrictions. Our Covenants andRestrictions go back over 30 years. They were put in place to ensurethat our community was developed in accordance with a certain setof standards. Unfortunately, a mechanism for enforcing thosestandards was left out of our Covenants and Restrictions until recentchanges in the Florida Statutes mitigated that oversight. As a result,over the years many properties have been developed in Killearn Lakeswhich do not meet those standards established in our Covenants andRestrictions and some homeowners have simply chosen to ignore

them. Because of thissituation, there are twooptions we have foraddressing the numerousviolations throughout ourcommunity. One; we candrive around the

neighborhood and find just about every property out of compliancewith at least one standard in the Covenants and Restrictions andrequest that the violation be rectified, or, Two; we can respond tothe more egregious violations submitted to us by the 4,200 membersof the Association. Your Board felt the more prudent course was togo the “complaint-driven route.” Is this fair? The answer probably

Just like the Laws that govern the

State of Florida, our Covenants and

Restrictions govern our community

More on the Covenants and Restrictions

By Mark Reichert


depends on who you ask, but it is the more practical of the twooptions before us.

You may wonder why we don’t just simply revise theCovenants and Restrictions to better reflect the reality of thesituation. Well, you see these same Covenants and Restrictionswhich failed to provide a fining mechanism also failed to providea reasonable method for revising them. They are nearly impossibleto modify. This is why we still have some restrictions that areobviously obsolete. However, we are working with our legal advisoron a method to begin updating the over two dozen differentCovenant and Restriction documents that exist for our community.I, for one, would not like to live in a community void of covenantsand restrictions. If you want to see what a community withoutcovenants and restrictions looks like there are many examplesthroughout Leon County. Out of respect, we won’t name any ofthose communities, but I wouldn’t want to live in any of them. Sothere is a purpose for having covenants and restrictions along witha mechanism for enforcing them.

The bottom line is this…homeowner associations are createdfor the very purpose of protecting property values and that isaccomplished through the enforcement of a community’scovenants and restrictions. Just like the Laws that govern the State

of Florida, our Covenants and Restrictions govern our community.You may not like them or think they are fair, but they are whatthey are and until they can be revised, we must abide by them.

Having said all this, let me add one word of caution. Justbecause we rely on you to identify and report violations of theCovenants and Restrictions to the Association, don’t use this as anopportunity to seek vengeance on your neighbors just because youmay not get along with them. Remember the old adage that“people who live in glass houses should not throw stones.” I goback to my earlier statement; there probably isn’t a property inKillearn Lakes that doesn’t have at least one minor violationassociated with it. So don’t go throwing stones unless you wantthem thrown back at you.

I’ll get off my soapbox, now. If you ever have any questionsabout the Covenants and Restrictions, copies of them are availableon the Killearn Lakes web-site and the Association staff are alwaysavailable to assist you. We also welcome suggestions on how theCovenants and Restrictions can be improved once we do figure

out a way to legally revise them.


Quarterly OpenMember Meeting

February 12, 2013

Please mark your calendar for the February Open MemberMeeting, which will be held at 7pm at the Historic BradfordvilleSchool House near Wendy’s on Bannerman Road. Signs will be outprior to the meeting as a reminder.

C.J. Marston, the newest winner of the “Lake-Friendly Yard”,will be presented a sign to display in her yard, as well as a $100.00gift card from a local nursery. Board Director Joe Barnett will makethe presentation.

This month’s program will be a presentation by West Edwards,vice president of Tadlock Roofing & Solar. He will be available toanswer your questions as he shows videos documenting some of themost common issues homeowners may have regarding themaintenance of your roof.

Plan to join your Volunteer Board of Directors at 7pm Tuesday,February 12th. If you have any suggestions for future programs youwould like to see at these meetings, please contact the association

office at 850-668-3231. We hope to see you on the 12th.

General BoardMeeting Information

Quarterly Open Members Meetings:Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each of the following months:February/ May/ August @7PM at the BradfordvilleHistoric Schoolhouse on Bannerman Road. Signs will beposted prior to the meeting.

Annual Meeting:Held on the second Saturday of November @10AM (placeto be announced)

Regular Scheduled Board of DirectorMeetings:Held at the Killearn Lakes Homeowners Association officeon the 2nd Thursday of each of the following months:January/ March/ April/ June/ July/ September/ October/December @7PM.


Invasive plants are damaging our beautiful

native plants and wildlife in Killearn Lakes.Chinese Tallow Tree, Kudzu, Air Potato, Japanese Climbing

Fern, Bush Morning Glory, Cogon Grass, Nandina, Coral Ardisia,Campher Trees, Wild Taro, Chinese Privot, Mimosa, JapaneseHoneysuckle, Wysteria,Silverthorn, Nandinadomestica (HeavenlyBamboo) and Ardisia Crenata(Coral Ardisia) are plants thatare illegal to sell or are notrecommended for our area.Millions of tax dollars arebeing spent to control theseplants.

Our homeownersassociation pays to have ourlakes sprayed to controlinvasive plants like Hydrillaand Wild Tarrow. If notcontrolled, invasive plants caneasily fill our lakes. There is nocure that will completelyremove most of the invasiveplants that some homeownershave planted and allowed to spread. They are here forever. We willpay dues and taxes forever just to keep these invasive plants undersome control.

Several of my neighbors have commented that Chinese Tallowor “popcorn tree” are sprouting along their Killearn Lakes shorelines.The Chinese Tallow tree is a big problem in most every Florida parkand lake, such as Lake Jackson. It is toxic to humans and destroyshabitat needed by our native plants and animals and some frogspecies.

Florida made this tree illegal to propagate in 1996 and illegal tosell or transport in 1998. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation

Commission says “possession of Chinese Tallow with intent to sell,transport or plant is illegal.” It is listed as one of the ten worst alieninvasive plants in the US.

Luckily, this is one invasive plant that Killearn Lakes may havea chance to stop if we act now. But one plant can produce 100,000

seeds in the fall that are easilyspread by birds. The spring isthe most successful time toremove the Popcorn Tree. Youcan help by pulling up anysmall trees. Cut down largertrees and immediately paint thestump with a Triclopyr-basedbrush killer like Garlon orBrush be Gone, Ortho MaxPoison Ivy and Brush Killer,Ferti-Loom Brush Killer andBayer Advanced Brush KillerPlus.

If you have neighborswith this tree on their propertyplease let them know that theirtree will spread and severelydamage our beautifulneighborhood and lakes. The

Homeowners Association spent a portion of your dues money lastyear controlling vegetation, trees, and lake weeds. We don’t needChinese Tallow tree increasing our expenses.

Cut out and give to your neighbors who have Chinese Tallowtree:

HELP US STOP THE SPREAD OF THE HIGHLY

INVASIVE CHINESE TALLOW (Popcorn) TREE! Please

pull out any small Chinese Tallow trees. Please cut down and

immediately paint the stumps of larger trees with a Tricopyr-

based brush killer like Garlon or Brush be Gone.

Help Us Stop the Highly InvasiveChinese Tallow (Popcorn) Tree

Joe Barnett

Please remember that Leon

County has a ‘Leash Law.’

Don’t let your pets roam free!

Gd Neighbor Tip Your neighbors will appreciate it

when you bring your garbage cans

back from the street.

Gd Neighbor Tip


The view is changing! When riding through Killearn Lakes, youwill notice the landscape at the end of Kinhega may look differenteach time you go by. Deer Lake United Methodist Church is planningthe construction of a new education building in 2013.

Pastor Jeremy Rebman praised the congregation for raising inexcess of a million dollars in an economically uncertain time. “It isexciting to see what can happen when God’s people choose to trustin the certainty of His promises.”

The Building Committee, under the leadership of John Hoover,has received approval of the site plan and environmental permit andis moving forward to contact potential builders.

When the building is completed, it will be two floors for a totalof 8,000 square feet. This will include a kitchen and a large gatheringroom, which will be useful for youth meetings and worship services.Classrooms will be located on the second floor and can be reachedby stairs or elevator.

The possibilities for ministry are unlimited. Michelle Factor,director of Children’s Ministry, has successfully held Bible schoolunder cramped conditions for many years. Around 200 childrencrowded into the current facility in the summer of 2012. A new

building will allow for more creative activity as well as additionalchildren.

A very active youth group at Deer Lake averages 175-200 onany given Sunday night. Billy Humphrey, the Youth Pastor, said, “Thenew building will be a tremendous help.” He added that more spacewill encourage growth. Billy wanted to thank the community for theirsupport of the Annual Chili Cook Off on February 3. This eventwas held to raise money for students to go to camp and mission tripsthis summer.

As we at Deer Lake United Methodist come together tocelebrate the new year, we are thankful for all our blessings. We giveGod the glory that He has provided the funds for us to begin thisbuilding project debt-free so that we can minister to the needs ofour community.

Deer Lake is blessed to minister in the community throughScouting programs, family ministries and small groups as well asyouth and children’s ministries. Sunday worship services are 9 a.m.,10:30 a.m., and 5 p.m. Youth worship is 7:15 p.m. For more

information, check the church website: www.deerlakeumc.org.

Deer Lake United Methodist Builds Education Building

By JoAnn Malloy


MOST LOYAL ADVERTISER

The Editor would like to thank Barineau Heating and Air-Conditioning Inc. for advertising with us so loyally in the “Lakes View” Magazine.

Another loyal advertiser will be highlighted in our next issue.

Dead deer in the road or on county roadside

Leon County Operations 850-606-1400

Talquin lights not working properly

Obtain ID number from fluorescent tag on the pole; report it toTalquin Bradfordville office 850-893-6853

Tree removal request

Call HOA office, request tree inspection by the field manager. Mark the tree for easy identification.

Concerned about a tree on neighbor's property threatening

your property

Talk to your neighbor! Make them aware of your concerns bytalking to them or send a letter by certified mail.

Removal of large alligators

Florida Wildlife Commission's Nuisance Alligator Hotline 1-866-392-4286

Neighbor's dog barking

Animal Control 850-606-5400 or LCSO 850-922-3300

Neighbor's yard unkempt

Leon County Code Enforcement 850-606-1300

Abandoned pool on neighbor's property

Leon County Health Department 850-606-8350

Maintenance of neighborhood roadways

(potholes, etc.)

850-606-1400

Power or water service disrupted

Talquin 24/hour service - 1-888-802-1832

Most Common Complaints


Cherry PieRecipe courtesy Peter Sterk

www.foodnetwork.com

Total Time: 1 hr 30 minPrep: 20 minCook: 1 hr 10 minYield: 1 (8-inch) pie

Ingredients• 4 cups fresh or frozen tart cherries• 1 to 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar• 4 tablespoons cornstarch• 1/8 tablespoon almond extract (optional)• Your favorite pie crust or pie dough recipe for 2 crust pie• 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, to dot• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, to sprinkle

DirectionsPlace cherries in medium saucepan and place over heat.

Cover. After the cherries lose considerable juice, which may takea few minutes, remove from heat. In a small bowl, mix the sugarand cornstarch together. Pour this mixture into the hot cherriesand mix well. Add the almond extract, if desired, and mix.Return the mixture to the stove and cook over low heat untilthickened, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and letcool. If the filling is too thick, add a little water, too thin, add alittle more cornstarch.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.Use your favorite pie dough recipe. Prepare your crust.

Divide in half. Roll out each piece large enough to fit into an 8to 9-inch pan. Pour cooled cherry mixture into the crust. Dotwith butter. Moisten edge of bottom crust. Place top crust onand flute the edge of the pie. Make a slit in the middle of thecrust for steam to escape. Sprinkle with sugar.

Bake for about 50 minutes. Remove from the oven and

place on a rack to cool.

Mini Cherry CheesecakesNaomi-suagarandspice.blogspot.com

Makes 12 cheesecakes.

Crust1 c. graham cracker crumbs1 Tbsp. granulated sugar1 tsp. ground cinnamon4 Tbsp. butter, melted

Filling12 oz. (1-1/2 bricks) cream cheese, softened3/4 c. granulated sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract1/8 tsp. salt2 eggs1 egg yolk1/2 c. sour cream

ToppingHomemade or canned cherry pie filling

DirectionsPosition a rack in the center of your oven and preheat it to 325degrees F.

Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.

In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine all of the crust ingredientstogether and mix until well combined. Divide this mixture among the paper liners, and press evenly into thebase of each one.

Bake this for 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool.

*Note: When a recipe calls for "Eggs" ALWAYS assume they meanlarge ones. That's the way we roll! For cookies and other not-as-particular recipes, you can sometimes substitute the large eggs formedium or small ones. But if you're not sure where you can bendthe rules, always stick with the large eggs-- I've never seen a recipeasking for anything else, and those (in my experience) always yield

the best results.


Valentine’s Day Tips for Singles and CouplesBy Tenikca D. Gainey

Valentine’s Day is cherished by some and hated by others and as soon as February rolls around, men and women alike are either hustling tomake special plans or plotting which rock to hide under. Don’t fret! We are here to help make this day successful and enjoyable for all.

CouplesFor all you love bugs out there, Valentine’s Day gifts and plans

don’t have to make you go crazy or break the bank either. Here are afew tips that will fan the ame of your love.

1. Recreate your First Day or First Valentine’s Day: Take thatlong or short walk down memory lane and recreate thatspecial moment down to the last detail. Go to the samerestaurant, order the same entrée and remember how yourbeau snagged your heart. Whatever you have for dessert,make sure it comes with two spoons.

2. Take Advantage of the Lakes and Local Parks: If weatherpermits, enjoy a picnic at a park or lake side with wine orchampagne, chocolate covered strawberries and a cozyblanket. If you do not already own one, Killearn Lakehome owners can purchase a key to the neighborhoodLakes for $15 in the KLHOA oce (7110 Beechridge).You can also pack up those treats and blanket and bringthem as you board your boat for quaint lover’s sail.

3. Don’t Spend Too Much on Gifts: Again, this day is showlove, not break the bank. Yes, pearls, diamonds and watchesare lovely and treasured but there are alternatives that arejust as treasured. Check out discount stores (Marshalls, TJMaxx, etc) as well as online retailers (Ebay, Amazon) forthe lowest prices on popular items. If you are crafty, searchpintrest.com or etsy.com for nifty and thrifty ideas.

4. Romantic Evening In: Don’t want to be caught up in thehustle and bustle? Don’t want to wait for a table?

Turn your own home into a love shack! A few candles, rosepetals and a good meal go a long way. You can order in from yourfavorite restaurant or make a romantic meal and then watch fewmovies.

SinglesFor those of you who haven’t quite been struck by Cupid’s arrow

or dread this day with all your being, there is hope for you. With thesetips, you will enjoy this Valentine’s Day as well.

1. Girls Night Out: Grab all your single gal pals and hit thetown. Enjoy a fun dinner at local restaurants, catch a movieor grab a cocktail and party in Midtown. If that doesn’texcite you try something that will get your heart pumpinglike a belly dance class or a group party at Art of TheCatwalk ) www.artofthecatwalk.com)with your girl friends.

2. Share the Love: Just because you don’t have an official Valentine does not mean you can’t show someone you care.Make or purchase special Valentine treats for your co-workers or friends. Complete a random act of kindness fora person in need. Volunteer at a local church or homelessshelter. Any of these methods not only share your love butll your heart as well.

3. Beauty Day: Have fun loving yourself ! Get your hair andnails done, enjoy a relaxing massage, or treat yourself to aspa pedicure. Not only will you look good, but you will feelrefreshed.

4. The Bitter Ball: Have a night on the town at oneTallahassee’s nest establishments. Hotel Duval is hostingthe Bitter Ball, Friday February 15. Go with a friend or byyourself and make friends there. Tickets can be purchasedonline or at the door. For more information, visit

http://hotelduvalevents.com/2013/bitter-ball/.

Looking BackAt a time when our country seems divided, the economy is still

fragile, and many people are exhausted and overwhelmed, it isimperative to look at our strengths and learn from victories in ourpast. Over the years, many challenges have come and gone. ButTalquin Members and employees have proven to be hardworking,resilient and committed to the best for our families and communities.

During 2012, Talquin employees have worked harder than everto give back to our communities, churches,schools and neighbors in need. Memberservice, operations, engineering, mapping,water services and clerical staff have allrallied together to:

• raise money for the fight againstcancer;

• help those in crisis who could notpay their utility bill through TAP;

• collect food and toys for the needy; and• help those in the northeast impacted by Hurricane Sandy.The cooperative spirit lives on, making a difference in big and

small ways to impact those who need a helping hand.Years ago, when the possibility of electricity for rural families

seemed overwhelming and remote, pioneers with this spirit workedtirelessly to bring power to them. At the time, private utilitycompanies that supplied electric power to most of the nation'sconsumers argued that it was too expensive to string electric lines toisolated rural farmsteads. Anyway, they said, most farmers were toopoor to be able to afford electricity.

The cooperative spirit overcame these obstacles, and, whenfarmers did receive electric power, their purchase of electricappliances helped to increase sales for local merchants. Farmersrequired more energy than city dwellers, which helped to offset theextra cost involved in bringing power lines to the country.

Rural electrification was based on the belief that affordableelectricity would improve the standard of living and the economiccompetitiveness of the family farm. Today, our purpose has notchanged:

Our cooperative exists to power

communities and to empower Members to

improve the quality of their lives.On behalf of our Board of Trustees, Management and Staff,

we would like to say thank you for the privilege to serve you anotheryear, and we hope that the cooperative spirit will enable you toimprove the quality of your life in this New Year.

Looking Forward Electric Plans – Future plans for 2013 include a 350’ self-

supporting microwave tower that will be built on-site at theBradfordville office to replace the 30-year-old existing 350’ guyedtower currently installed there. This work will most likely take placeduring the spring and summer. This tower improvement is necessaryto improve and strengthen our network and two-way truck radiocommunications throughout Leon County. The tower will meet allapplicable Leon County Growth and Environmental permittingrequirements and will be engineered in such a way to withstandconsiderable hurricane force winds. Finally, although we will do ourbest to reduce impacts to our Members visiting our office, we thankyou in advance for your patience with us through this constructionprocess.

Water Plans - Some water and sewer relocations may beneeded due to storm water work being conducted by Leon County

on Treaty Oaks, Cherokee Ridge, Wildlife Trail and Chadwick Way.

The cooperative spirit lives on,

making a difference in big and small ways

to impact those who need a helping hand.

By Kim Gay



Questions for theMaster Builder

We are looking at replacing our roof. What is important

when looking at roofing warranties?

First and foremost, your warranty should be from a

reputable manufacturer. The manufacturer should

manufacture its materials, have a track record and be able to

back the warranty. Also ask, does the warranty have

exclusions? Is the warranty pro-rated? Does the warranty include any

additional riders for punctures, reflectivity or energy efficiency? Does

the warranty cover the complete roof system and all its components?

Is the contractor certified by the manufacturer to install a warranted

system? Most warranties require ongoing maintenance or inspections.

What are some good ways to find a quality contactor or

tradesperson?

Talk to others. Word of mouth is the best advertisement

and testimony to one’s character. A builder’s reputation is

only as good as the last job he completed.

Talk to suppliers. Their references most likely will be

tied to contractors who pay their invoices in a timely fashion and

have a long-standing commitment to quality. Contact your local

homebuilders association. The Tallahassee Builders Association has

over 200 members representing contractors and vendors in all phases

of construction. By using a contractor from a trade association you

are working with a grounded business and also have some recourse

if you have a problem.

Mark S. Worley GMB is the only Graduate Master Builder

in Tallahassee and one of only 13 statewide as recognized by

the National Association of Home Builders. He is a past

president of the Tallahassee Builders Association. You can

reach him at [email protected] or at 850-668-3438.

Q.A.

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Field Manager ReminderNo Dumping Please…

Sometimes the quickest way to empty that lawn mower bag ofall the grass clippings is to dump it back in the green space area oran easement or even a vacant lot. That vacant lot is some owner’s

property – not yours! And as far as dumping in the green spacesand easements the covenants are quite specific.

Your Covenants under Article IX- Section 6 states the

following:

“No dumping, burning, or disposal in any manner of trash,litter, garbage, sewage, woodlands, or any unsightly or offensivematerial shall be permitted in or upon such Green Area, except as istemporary and incidental to the bona fide improvement of the areain a manner consistent with its classification as Green Area. Fires ofany and all kinds shall be prohibited except in designated and

controlled areas as specified by the Association.”


As an avid reader, I’ve had quite a few books recommended tome, but never by an author who wrote the book AND resides in ourcommunity! Marsha Lyons is a local attorney who met her co-author,April Kelly, back in high school, then went on to room with her atUSF. They parted paths as Marsha went to law school and April wentto Hollywood.

Marsha’s career includes teaching at The FBIAcademy at Quantico, becoming the youngestAssistant Attorney in Miami and, finally, privatelegal practice landing here in Tallahassee. April’scareer began in stand-up comedy, moving intowriting on shows like Mork and Mindy (one of mydorm’s favorite shows that we gathered for whileat FSU), then to producing her ownshows like Boy Meets

World.

Throughout

their hugely diversified careers, they continued to be best friends,finally deciding to put their individualized talents together to createtheir first novel... MURDER IN ONE TAKE.

In their first novel, Detective Blake Ervansky picks up his newpartner, Sgt. Maureen O’Brien, on his way to the station where hisformer partner, Artie Lassiter, is being given “The Big Farewell”

retirement party. As the party is going on,Lieutenant Rhee pulls Blake into his office toinform him that he and his new partner would notbe involved in the big takedown that night... onethat Blake had been working on for three months.

Blake’s disappointment is clearly established.To mollify the detective, Lt. Rhee assigns him andhis new partner a bust on a lowlife for whomthey’ve been looking for over a year. On their wayto the takedown, Maureen witnesses the murderof an Oscar winning star by his former lover, a B-list actress.

The case is closed, but the estranged fatherof the murdered actor, a sleazy politician, pullsstrings. Blake and Maureen are forced by theBeverly Hills Police Department to become privateinvestigators for the “grieving” father whoproffers attached bonuses for them and theDepartment upon finding out the truth behind hisson’s murder.

Through twists, turns, lies and deceits, Kelly/Lyons developcharacters that are easy to relate to, while incorporating humor intothe drama of the story.

In MURDER: TAKE TWO, their second collaboration, Blakeand Maureen, fresh off their success and the headlines of their firstsolved case together, decide to keep their PI licenses and open uptheir new office, E&O Investigations. The book starts at the funeralfor one of Maureen’s father’s (Charlie) best friends who helped raiseMaureen when her mother walked out on Charlie and Maureen whenshe was three. The mourners were escorted to limo’s to be taken fromthe funeral to a local restaurant for a reception. Maureen neverarrived. A secret from Maureen’s past resurfaces with a threat thatshe cannot ignore, but changes her life.

Cyndy’s RuminationsBy Cyndy Reichert

“Murder: Take Two”A Novel

April Kelly

Marsha Lyons

Through twists, turns, lies and deceits, Kelly/Lyons develop

characters that are easy to relate to, while incorporating

humor into the drama of the story


Blake looks for answers for his partner’s disappearance, withno help from Charlie, who has become resigned and withdrawn.Blake is so ticked off that his partner has gone missing (Maureenand her dad are financially independent... but Blake is not), that heconsiders returning to the steady income of working for theBHPD. He finally goes to the newly leased offices of E&O, andin walks their first client... Cerise Marginata.

As Maureen finally arrives home, where she lives with herfather (Charlie is a former TV police drama producer, now ablogger), Charlie is beyond shocked at her appearance. Noquestions are asked, as they won’t be answered. This is not the firsttime that Maureen has come home shattered.

Blake takes the interview with Cerise while at the same timeplanning on leaving his joint venture with Maureen as PrivateInvestigators to return to the BHPD, and leaving Maureen withtheir first case. However, this never happens.

Cerise begins her interview with Blake asking if he’s everheard of the “Bengal Rubies.” This makes Blake think he’ll beleaving Maureen with an easy case involving rubies. But thisthought is far from anything they will eventually team up to pursue.

The Bengal Rubies are tigers. Cerise’s newly wedded husband,Josef, has a special bond to his partner, Landon Wilke. Theycreated a tiger act that put Madison, Nevada on the map. They“built” this town outside of Vegas, and she added her own theatreas the town grew. When Cerise and Josef exchanged wedding vowsit had been kept under wraps. Eventually, anger, jealousy, andhatred ensues as the secrecy of their marriage unravels.

Cerise implores Blake to take her case, which involves themauling of her husband by one of the tigers. His partner takesJosef back to their compound to recuperate with doctors andnurses working on him around the clock. As Josef ’s wife, Cerisewants custody of his care worrying about his survival inside thecompound.

Deception ensues with a town that has many secrets ... andfavors owed. As Blake and Maureen dig into the secrets of thecompound, they discover corruption reigns among the MadisonPolice Department... all the way to Vegas.

Meanwhile, Maureen tries to unravel the mess of lies that tieher to her past, which could prove fatal. As she works along withBlake, her father, and Blake’s fiancée, Jane, terror and death followinvolving a maze of tiger cages with doors that lift and shutbetween prey and beast.

I read through these books a second time in order to writethis review. I enjoyed them even more the second time around. Itis my personal opinion they could be turned into great screenplaysfor a movie(s). I wonder who the authors would pick to play

Ervansky and O’Brien?


Senior’s spot

I may have a case of “Early Spring Fever”. I guess it’s theazalea’s blooming early and the maples in all their majesty. Can Springbe far behind? And what better time of the year to start thinkingabout ways to be more active. February is National Heart Month. Werecognize the importance of keeping our hearts in the best shapepossible. The best way to take care of our heart is by sharing it withothers. Getting outside and walking in the fresh air with a friend orcaregiver does wonders for circulation as well as beating lonelinessand post holiday blues.

Seniors living alone are prone to outdoor isolation, especiallyafter the loss of a spouse or friends. This sense of isolation canincrease if seniors rarely leave home. Many seniors take advantageof group activities such as book clubs or volunteering to maintainsocial interaction, but spending time with nature, even alone, has thepotential to battle loneliness and foster a happier state of mind.

While some seniors are able to perform physical activitiesoutdoors, such as riding bikes or playing tennis, others may berestricted due to physical limitations. However, there are a myriad ofoutdoor activities to be enjoyed adaptable to all levels of physicalability:

• Paint a picture -- Take an easel with paints, canvas and chairto the back yard or park and paint a picture of the scenery.

• Garden -- Container gardens are best for those with limitedphysical abilities. Full-scale gardens can be added to backyards for those able to be more active.

• Take pictures -- Easy-to-use digital cameras do not costmuch for the fun they inspire. Sunrises, sunsets, beaches,parks, people, flowers in the neighborhood…the sky is thelimit when becoming a photography buff. Arrangingpictures in albums later can become a fun activity, sparkinginteresting conversations and memories.

• Go fish -- Fishing is a treasured pastime for many men andwomen. Local beaches, lakes and some ponds are availableto the public.

• Build something – Build birdhouses or simple waterfeatures in the back yard, which can offer a fun activity withbenefits to be enjoyed long after the building is complete.

• Play games -- Easy-to use-outdoor games include croquet,horseshoes of the plastic variety and corn hole (bean bagtoss).

All of these activities can be, and should be, performed withfriends, family and / or caregivers. Participating in any activity withothers fosters closeness, a greater sense of self and something tolook forward to for all involved. The memories created whenspending time together can make all the difference in the world, notjust in the life of a senior, but for friends and family of all ages.During the month of February, connect with a friend, go for a walk,take a class together or just sit quietly outside enjoying nature. Andby all means, share your heart with someone else. It’s the best gift

you can give at any age.

e Great Outdrs: Outdr Activities for Seniors

By Liz Sullivan, LPN, CSA

Certified Senior Advisor

And by all means share your

heart with someone else.

the best gift you can

give at any age.

2709-3 Killarney Way

Tallahassee, Fl 32309

(850) 402-0051

[email protected]



Would you like to keep up with what is going on in yourcommunity, increase personal growth, access valuable healthinformation, and experience the sheer joy of learning somethingnew? If you answered yes, please join us in 2013 for the Leon CountySenior Outreach Lunch & Learnevents at Wildwood PresbyterianChurch on 100 Ox Bottom Rd.

While similar events are heldthroughout the region in LeonCounty community centers,Wildwood Presbyterian Churchdonated the use of theirFellowship Hall when a largervenue was needed inBradfordville. “2013 marks thefourth year we have been bringingtop notch speakers and exhibitorsto this area,” says Susan Davis,Leon County Senior Outreachcoordinator.

Some highlights from 2012 include presentations by localauthorities on eye health, issues of the inner ear, boosting your brainpower, and tips on staying pain free and mentally fit. We wereintroduced to the future of 3D printing by staff from the Facility forArts Research at FSU, took a field trip to the Hopkins Power Plant

and learned about sea turtles from Florida Fish and WildlifeCommission experts.

Exhibitors at this event continue to present valuable informationabout a wide variety of services. Local county, city and state agencies

send representatives withinformation about services youmay wish to access in the future.Private businesses, sponsors withthe Tallahassee SeniorFoundation, bring information onnumerous topics of interest andprovide valuable health screenings.

Bradfordville Lunch & Learnis held the 2nd Wednesday of eachmonth. Cost of the lunch is $6.Remember, it’s not just aboutlearning, you’ll see old friends andmeet new ones too. For moreinformation, call Martha Coppinsat 891-4033.

2013 Lunch and Learn ScheduleFebruary 13, March 13, April 10

May 8 – Field Trip, June 12, August 14, September 11, October

9, November 13, December 11.

2013 Lunch and Learn Schedule for theLeon County Senior Outreach Events

Martha Coppins


It’s here, a brand new year, which in turn results in brand newresolutions. Did you complete the goal you set last year? Did youresolve what issue you were facing in 2012? Or did it fall to thewayside, along with previous resolutions from years prior? Why doesthis happen? Why do we start off the year pumped, ready to makechanges, and fail to do so? Over 50% of adults will make a NewYear’s resolution, 22% of which will fail in the first week, 40% aftera month, and 60% after 6 months. The definition of the wordresolution is “afixed purpose,”but at this point,I am sure almostall of us canagree thatresolutions have mainly turned into wish lists. We have all heard thesaying, “If you keep doing the same thing, you will end up with thesame results.” It’s time to do something different this year, somethingbetter for 2013. It’s time for a New You!

Creating uplifting thoughts, building self worth throughstrength, virtue and character are where we need to start. We needto rid ourselves of limiting beliefs and take action. It is time to lookinside and hone in on what we really want, and our reasoning behindit. Do we want to lose weight now so we look good in the summer,just to pack the pounds back on in the winter when bathing suits areout? Or do we want to get healthy so we lower the risk of heartdisease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes? There are many approaches tolosing weight. However, some can be harmful. If your goal is gettinghealthy then losing weight can come naturally. Where are ourpriorities? When we can dig deep and find the real answer to whatwe really want and why, that is when change will occur.

I personally choose to live a healthier lifestyle because it reducesmy chances of disease. If my chances are lessened, then myprobability of walking my little girls down the aisle is greater. I haveacknowledged that my past resolutions did not last and I chose tojump over from resolution to a revolution by incorporating lifestylechanges.

Finding your “why” will allow you to stick to a healthier lifestyle.If your “why” has long term value, then your chances of success aregreater. What is your “why”?

As Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can or can’t,you’re right.” This year, let us stop thinking we can’t and start thinkingwe can. The two biggest predictors of success are knowing the rightthings and being around the right people.

My hope for you is that you can overcome challenges and reachyour highest level of health through a healthy lifestyle. It’s not howmany times you fall, but how many times you get up. Having setbacksare a part of life. I urge you to use them as a stepping stool to get towhere you are heading. Below you will find easy action steps that

have helped my patients overcome their obstacles.

Eight Action Steps:

1. Eliminate your previous mistakes.2. Find your “why”.3. Involve those around you.4. Develop a weekly plan to implement exercise, a healthy

grocery list and recipes. 5. Keep in touch with your physician.7. Get proper rest.8. Execute!

In Truth and Health,

Dr. Isaac Montilla

Family [email protected]

Verity Health CenterP: 850.320.6158F: 850.320.6159

www.VerityHealthCenter.comTruth.Family.Life

New YouBy Dr. Isaac Montilla

Why do we start off the year pumped,

ready to make changes, and fail to do so?



News from Killearn CommonsHoliday Lights Contest

There were plenty of homes to look at and we wish tothank all the homeowners who decorated their homes formaking our neighborhood more festive and for brightening ourspirits. Winners of the annual holiday lights decorating contestwere Roger & Kelly Bagwell (overall) and Pete and DebbieCuddy (kids appeal). Both homeowners won a $50 Visa gift cardfor their excellent efforts.

Pool Season is Fast Approaching!The Killearn Commons Pool Complex will open the 2013

season on Saturday March, 16th with it’s annual kickoff party,just in time for Leon County school spring break! Clean-up dayis scheduled for Saturday, March 9th at 9am. The pool complexis our neighborhood’s biggest asset, bringing neighbors togetherthat otherwise would probably never meet. How can you swimif you haven’t been!

Homeowners’ DuesRemember, Killearn Commons Homeowners’ dues are due

in addition to Killearn Lakes Plantation dues. If you have notreceived your dues notice yet, please call 510-7900. Please takeadvantage of the early payment incentive plan as follows:

If paid by: Amount Due:January 31, 2013 = $130.00February 28, 2013 = $135.00March 31, 2013 = $140.00April 30, 2013 = $145.00

Sweet MagnoliaLeon County will deliver a Southern Magnolia "Little Gem"

to be planted on your property for free. The Little Gem isknown for small stature and early blooming. Visithttp://cms.leoncountyfl.gov/Home/Departments/PublicWorks/Operations/RightofWay/AdoptATree to register for your free tree.

Don’t forget to visit our website,www.KillearnCommons.com, and our Facebook page,www.facebook.com/killearncommons for additional

information and board member contact information.

Thank you!Tom Weiskotten, President Killearn Commons Homeowners Association, Inc.

PETSITTER – Reliable and experienced 17 year old petsitter. Ihave my own transportation. Please call Christine at 545-4612.

BABYSITTERS – Experienced 12-year-old Sitter and MothersHelper. Prefer watching ages 4-9yrs. I love kids and I am veryresponsible. Bonus: household jobs such as folding laundry, dishesor tidy up your home. $3-5/hour. Available weekdays from 4-8 p.m.Sat. 10:30-4:30 p.m. and Sun. 1-8 p.m. Summer hours are moreflexible. Can provide my own transportation. Call Emily at (850)894-0421.

BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – Looking for a summer Nanny?Im here for you! TMH babysitter's course/CPR certified, 16 yearsold and am able to provide transportation. Call Brittany at (850) 688-4287, or email [email protected].

BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – ATTENTION to anyone whoneeds a reliable, hardworking, and responsible baby or petsitter! Myname is Rachel Stadtfeld and I would love to come and watch yourprecious kiddos or pets! Call me anytime, even on short notice, forany occasion you may need to go out for! I am 17 years old and havemuch experience with children (past nanny) and pets (have 3)! Iattend school at Chiles High and live in Golden Eagle. I am alicensed driver and a great student. For a fun and safe time for yourchildren (of all ages) and pets (of all types) please don't hesitate tocall me at 727-742-3856. :)

BABYSITTER & PETSITTER – Responsible, mature andenthusiastic 15 & 16 year old Chiles High School students, TMHcertified available for babysitting and/or pet sitting. Please call Gabby& Claudia (850) 893 2342.

Teen girl, available for petsitting,house-cleaning, babysitting, or mother's

helper. Very responsible, and hasexperience. Call Bethany at 893-9313.

MOTHERS HELPER & BABYSITTERExperienced 11 year old babysitter and mothers

helper! Loves kids and very responsible.Available Saturdays and Sundays anytime!

Ages 3- 8 only. Will provide own transportation.Please call Maisy Ivory at 850-385-7717

BABYSITTERS – My name is Delaney Stoner and I am a 16 yearold junior at Chiles High School student. I love kids, I am great withthem, and I have references available upon request. I am able tobabysit in the Golden Eagle-Killearn Lakes area at anytime! Pleasefeel free to call me whenever you need a babysitter at 850-841-0837!

BABYSITTER - Reliable and experienced 13 year old; certified asbabysitter by American Red Cross. Available most times during thesummer and nights/weekends during the school year. Can providemy own transportation. Please call (850) 508-6819.

ANIMAL SITTER – At LYDIA Inc., I do animal sitting, dogwalking, dog washing, dog playing, and all at great prices. I’m aresponsible, caring, mature, 14- year-old Killearn Commons resident.You can call me and make a reservation, or call when you unexpectedlyneed me. Call LYDIA at 509-8071.

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