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By Katie Thomas

Nelson Dentistry has been servingthe community with quality dental care inLutz and surrounding areas for overtwenty-five years. Emphasizing laser den-tistry, cosmetic smile makeovers and den-tal sleep medicine, Nelson Dentistry iswell equipped with the latest knowledgeand advances in technology to provide thevery best in dental care for you and yourfamily.

Jay A. Nelson, D.M.D. earned hisbachelor of science summa cum laudefrom Rutgers University and later earnedhis dental degree from the University of

Pennsylvania. Dr. Nelson is a member ofthe American Dental Association, FloridaDental Association, Academy of Compre-hensive Esthetics, American Academy ofDental Sleep Medicine and the DentalOrganization for Conscious Sedation. Heis a Fellow of the Academy of GeneralDentistry and the Institute for AdvancedLaser Dentistry. Dr. Nelson is committedto continuing his education in order tostay on top of new advances in his fieldand sharpen his expertise in all fields re-lated to dentistry. He has trained withsome of the world’s most prominent cos-metic dentists, so rest assured that you are

Nelson Dentistry & Dental Sleep Medicine,Where Advanced Technology Makes a Difference

Jay A. Nelson, D.M.D. and the friendly, professional staff at NelsonDentistry & Dental Sleep Medicine in Lutz welcome new patients See “Nelson Dentistry” on page 30

By Julie Kanehl

Massage is a universal languagethat has been “spoken” for centuriesin every region of the globe, and it hasmany benefits including the ability toreduce anxiety, relieve pain, reduceblood pressure, and aid in relaxation.For many people, massage is a raretreat that they look forward to at thespa or as an experience during theirvacation. Others use massage on a reg-ular basis to help with chronic pain,reduce inflammation or to help healafter an injury. Whatever your reasonfor wanting a massage, Barkdoll Mas-sage Therapy makes it easy, affordable

and best of all, Barkdoll comes to you.Barkdoll Massage Therapy, which

is an entirely mobile-based massagebusiness, is based in the Trinity areaand is owned and operated by Li-censed Professional, Karla Barkdoll,who has been in the massage industrysince 2001. Serving Trinity and thesurrounding communities, BarkdollMassage Therapy is completely differ-ent in that it takes all of the stress outof your massage experience by bring-ing it straight to you. No traffic, nostress, just pure relaxation where youfeel most comfortable!

Originally from a small town incentral Pennsylvania, Karla moved to

Baltimore where she trained at theBaltimore School of Massage. Li-censed in Maryland, DC, Virginia and

Barkdoll Massage Therapy,Where the Massage Comes to You

Licensed Massage Therapist Karla Barkdoll

See “Barkdoll Massage” on page 32

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Precise Nutrition & Fitness Center Hosts5K / 1 Mile Race to Benefit Education

On November 2, 2013, PreciseNutrition & Fitness Center will behosting a 5K / 1-mile race to benefiteducational programs in the PascoCounty area. More specifically, therace will benefit two programs – theAdvanced Placement program and theInteract Club – that are close to thehearts of Precise Nutrition & FitnessCenter owners Mike and ChristineGilmore because their daughterCourtney was a very involved highschool student in those programs.

Mike and Christine are asking thepublic to join in the race to helphonor Courtney.

“Our daughter, Courtney and herfriend Kimberlee, were in both ofthese programs giving us insight intothe drive and cost necessary to excel inacademics. On July 2, 2013, bothyoung ladies were taken from us in atragic car accident. We would like tofulfill their ambition and determina-

tion by donating proceeds* of thisrace to the programs they were so pas-sionately involved in.

“Advanced Placement (AP) is aprogram in the United States createdby the College Board offering college-level curriculum and examinations tohigh school students. American col-leges often grant placementand course credit to students who ob-tain high scores above a certain num-ber on the examinations.Unfortunately, a burden is placedupon so many bright students becausemuch of the cost goes directly to thestudent for books and supplies. Wewant to take that burden from the stu-dent so that they can focus on theirstudies alone.

“The Interact Club is an interna-tional organization of service and so-cial clubs for young people ofsecondary school age that fosters lead-ership and responsible citizenship and

promotes inter-national under-standing andpeace.”

Mike &ChristineGilmore’s busi-ness, PreciseNutrition &Fitness Center, will host the run andis seeking sponsorships. Precise Nutri-tion & Fitness Center is located at10720 SR 54, Suite 105 in Trinity, FL34655. Please call 727-807-3295 formore information about registeringfor the 5K / 1-mile race or for spon-sorship information. There will be asign-up party on September 14, 10a.m. - 1 p.m. at Precise Nutrition &Fitness Center. Sign up that day andget a free smoothie!

*A ledger will be made availableto all those requesting to show theuse of proceeds.


Community CalendarThe Learning ExpressGrand Opening

Wed., Sept. 18 – Sun., Sept. 22, 1-4 PM––The Learning Express, locatedat 7814 Citrus Park Town CenterMall (3 Doors Down From Macy's),cordially invites you to visit during itsGrand Opening Weekend Extrava-ganza! The five-day event (Sept. 18–22, 1 – 4 PM) will feature 20% offstorewide and on Friday – Sunday,guests can enjoy games, contests, raf-fles, prizes, free face painting & bal-loon designs. Plus Elmo will be there!For more information, pleasecall (813) 774-2678

Senior SportsSoftball League & More!

Fri., Sept 20, 8:30 AM––Softballregistration at Land O’ Lakes Recre-ation Complex, 3932 Collier Parkwayin Land O’ Lakes.

Senior Sports has fun-filled com-petition in a Slo Pitch Softball League,Golf, Tennis and Bowling, and is nowtaking calls for any of these activities.Last fall and winter, the softball leagueplayed Friday mornings at the Land O

Lakes Community Center Park, wheremany new friends were made. Thisyear, the league will play at the LandO lakes Recreation Complex, 3932Collier Parkway. Teams will be madeup on a balanced basis so all can enjoythe play.

Golf is now played each Wednes-day at a variety of rotating courses.Competitive Team Tennis is develop-ing for team play over a several coun-ties.

For more information on SeniorSports activities, please call Walt Bock-miller at 813-527-8211.

Pasco County Charity Golf Tourna-ment Tickets Available

Sat., Nov. 9––The Alzheimer'sFamily Organization/Full Circle Fi-nancial – TFA, will hold its 13th An-nual Charity Golf Tournament atSeven Springs Country Club, 3535Trophy Blvd. in New Port Richey (offLittle Road). Registration begins at6:30 AM, with an 8 AM ShotgunStart. The event will consist of 18Holes of Golf/Four Person Scramble.Also included is a continental break-

fast, lunch provided by Argento's Ital-ian Bistro, goody bags, raffles anddoor prizes.

Prizes will be awarded for the Top3 Teams, Longest Drive, Closest toPin and Hole-In-One (A new car andother prizes provided by Friendly Kiain New Port Richey).

Full Circle Financial will be spon-soring a PUTTING CONTEST for achance to win $10,000. Cost to playin this event is $85 per person.

The Alzheimer's Family Organi-zation services the central Florida area,including Citrus, Hernando, NorthernHillsborough, Lake, Pasco, Sumter,Northern Pinellas and Southern Mar-ion Counties. Proceeds from thisevent will help individuals withAlzheimer's disease and their familiesin our coverage area. For more infor-mation please call 727-848-8888 ortoll free at 888-496-8004. Vietnam Veterans of America Chap-ter 522 7th Annual Dwight HarrahMemorial Golf Tournament

Sun., Oct. 6, 1 PM ShotgunStart––at Belleview Biltmore GolfClub 1501 Indian Rocks Road in Bel-leair. The 7th Annual Dwight HarrahMemorial Golf Tournament will fea-ture a Raffle, Silent Auction, and din-

ner following the tournament.Tournament Prizes and Team

Awards given for: closest to the pinhole; longest drive hole; putting skillscontest.

Entry Fees: Foursomes – $300;Individual Golfer – $80. Entry formsavailable online at: www.vva522.org.Payments can be made using PayPalon the website. Or, checks should bepayable to: Florida Vietnam VeteransAssistance Foundation (FVVAF), POBox 650705, Vero Beach, FL 32965.

For additional information, visitwww.vva522.org or call 813-917-2688.

FREE Pasco County ExtensionService Program

Sat., Sept. 28, 10–11 AM––Hy-droponics: Discover secrets to suc-cess with growing hydroponically.Basic start-up equipment and care willbe shared. This Pasco Extension semi-nar is FREE to the public. Location:Home Depot, 10017 US 19 in PortRichey.

NaraNon MeetingsNar-Anon is a worldwide fellowship

for those affected by someone else’s ad-diction and there are meetings held


weekly. For more information visit Nara-nonfl.org or call the Help Line, 1-888-947-8885. Local meetings are:

Tuesdays, 7 PM––Hope Church,5107 Lutz Lake Fern Rd. (*NaraTeen -same location, day and time)

Thursdays, 7 PM––Our Lady of theRosary Church, 2348 Collier Pkwy.(Immaculata Hall - Room E - back en-trance)

Saturdays, 10 AM–– UnitedMethodist Church, 207 BuckinghamAve., Oldsmar

Wednesdays, 8 PM––AsburyUnited Methodist Church, 4204 ThysRd., New Port Richey

Mondays, 7 PM––Turning Point,Mary Martha Bldg., 6227 Sheldon Rd.,Tampa

Thursdays, 7 PM––Christ the KingChurch, 821 S Dale Mabry (2-storybldg. across parking lot, Room 203)

Tuesdays, 6:45 PM––All SaintsChurch, 1700 Keystone Rd., TarponSprings (*NaraTeen meeting - same day,time and location)

Gobbler 5K Thanksgiving MorningRun

Thanksgiving Morning––StarkeyPark in New Port Richey is the site forthe Gobbler 5K. Registration begins at

7 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m.Hosted by First Christian Academy(727-943-7411), the Gobbler 5Kpromises to be a fun-filled family event.Sponsors are needed. Sponsorship formsand registration forms are online atwww.Gobbler5K.com or Active.com.Participants will be chip timed and willreceive a finisher’s medal, dri-fit t-shirt,parking pass and refreshments.

20th Annual Flapjack 5K Sun., Dec. 15, 8 AM––The Land

O’ Lakes Cross Country team and theCentral Pasco Chamber of Commercehave been partnering for the past 19years to bring this family fitness orientedrace to our area. Marked by affordableentry fees, awards for the entire family,and flapjacks after the race this will bethe 20th Anniversary. The 5K Race be-gins at 8 AM and the 1 Mile Fun Runstarts at 8:45 AM. The Flapjack 5KRace is at the Land O’ Lakes RecreationComplex, 3032 Collier Parkway, LandO’ Lakes, FL 34639. For more infor-mation including an application or spon-sorship information please visit thechamber website, www.CentralPas-coChamber.com or contact race directorKris Keppel at [email protected].


Community News BriefsMedical Center of Trinity An-nounces Major Advancement inthe Treatment of Lung Cancer

Medical Center of Trinity an-nounced a major addition to its cancertreatment arsenal. and is now utilizingElectromagnetic Navigation Bron-choscopy® (ENB) ™ to access andbiopsy lesions deep in the lung. ThesuperDimension® i-Logic™ System isa minimally invasive option for pa-tients who have been identified as hav-ing a small or hard-to-reach lesion ontheir lung that is inaccessible throughtraditional bronchoscope. The ENBprocedure combines GPS-like technol-ogy with a catheter-based system thatuses the patient’s natural airways toreach these particular masses.

ENB is typically an outpatientprocedure and minimizes the need formore invasive surgical procedures toassess lesions in the distant regions ofthe lung, where more than two-thirdsof all cancers are found. This new pro-cedure minimizes the need for moreconventional assessments, such as tho-rascopic or percutaneous needle

biopsy, which may require an inpatientstay and can cause complications suchas a collapsed lung.

This procedure may be usedwhen an abnormal finding in a distantpart of the lung has been found on anx-ray, CT scan or PET-CT scan thatmay be caused by infection, inflamma-tion or cancer. Small lesions in theouter area of the lung are difficult toreach for diagnosis and treatment.“Traditional bronchoscopy frequentlyfails to reach the outer areas of thelungs often leading to more invasivesurgical options for diagnosis,” saysDr. Nagesh Salian, pulmonologist.The Electromagnetic NavigationBronchoscopy® will allow a physicianto locate, test, diagnose, and poten-tially treat the one legion even in theouter areas of the lungs,” he added.

How does it work? After a lesionhas been detected through CT, thepatient’s scan is loaded into planningsoftware that creates a 3D roadmap ofthe lungs. A bronchoscope is placedthrough the patient’s mouth and intothe airways of the lungs. The ENB’scatheters are next placed in the chan-

nel of the bronchoscope. The electro-magnetic sensors in the cathetersguide the physician to the targeted le-sion. Once there, the guide catheter isremoved and the extended workingchannel catheter remains. Biopsy toolsare then placed through the workingcatheter to obtain tissue samples fortesting and diagnosis. Upon comple-tion of the procedure, the patient goesto recovery and, in the vast majority ofcases, discharged home.

“Bringing this technology to ourcommunity is a huge step forward,”said Lawrence Hochman, DO,FACRO (Fellow of the American Col-lege of Radiation Oncologists), “Thisgives our patients access to diagnosticand treatment options on par withuniversity centers.

“We are proud to offer this tech-nology to the community which fur-ther enhances our Accredited CancerProgram by the Commission on Can-cer,” said Leigh Massengill, CEO ofMedical Center of Trinity. “News thata spot (lesion), deep in your lung, hasbeen found and a lung biopsy needs tobe performed raises many concernsand emotions. It is important toknow that you may have options closeto home.”

Tampa Bay Beta Sigma Phi CityCouncil Seeks New Members

The Tampa Bay Area Beta SigmaPhi City Council is seeking new mem-bers in the Tampa Bay Area. BetaSigma Phi is an International Friend-ship Sorority, where friendships de-velop and are deepened while learningthrough chapter programs or philan-thropy done throughout the commu-nities. Sisters in Beta Sigma Phibelong to chapters consisting of 1-15members, ages 18 and up. Culturalprograms and meetings are held onceor twice a month in members homesor at local gathering spots, to encour-age personal growth and to heightencommunity awareness, such as collect-ing clothing for the needy, volunteer-ing services to local foodbanks, visiting wineries, art museums,ballets, musicals activities that are fun,entertaining and rewarding for all.

“In addition to helping make thebest friends of your lifetime, BetaSigma Phi has many benefits of mem-bership,” says Theta Beta PresidentAnita Douglas. Members enjoy bene-fits such as scholarships, conventionsaround the globe, on-line chapters, in-surance programs, cruises, and


Sunlake Staff Pre-game Tailgate Party!!

The Sunlake High School Staffenjoy a pre-game tailgate party be-fore each home game. Recentlythey also enjoyed watching the Sea-hawks defeat County powerhouse

Pasco Pirates 17-6!! Come out andwatch your exciting Sunlake Sea-hawks!! Sunlake High School islocated at 3023 Sunlake Blvd inLand O’ Lakes.

the legacy membership for theyounger women. Douglas adds, “Ifyou are a leader, Beta Sigma Phi pro-vides offices to be held by members inboth chapters and city council. How-ever, the sole purpose of Beta SigmaPhi is to make your life a work of art, amasterpiece of Beauty, Love andTruth. There are several chapters inthe Greater Tampa Bay Area, and wewould like to invite the females in theTrinity Area to join in the fun sharedby all Beta Sigma Phi Members.”

If you are looking for the socialbenefit accompanied by assisting oth-ers, please contact Theta Beta Presi-dent Anita Douglas at (727)809-6269 for additional information.She says, “Tampa City Council has afantastic "RUSH" planned for Janu-ary, and we are looking forward tomeeting many new prospective mem-bers.”

Wells Fargo Presents Contributionto the Sertoma Speech & HearingFoundation of Florida

Sertoma Speech & HearingFoundation of Florida was recentlypresented with a check for $8,000from Wells Fargo. The funding willused to sponsor Sertoma’s schoolscreening program in Pasco County.

Sertoma Speech & Hearing vol-unteers, led by Hearing Screen Coor-dinator Pat Manfredo, perform stateeducation department mandated hear-ing screens for all Headstart, Pre-K,Kindergarten, and first grade students,as well as, sixth grade students at thelocal middle schools.

Each year the volunteers testmore than 11,000 students to makesure they can hear properly at variousfrequencies. If they have difficultyhearing at any of those frequencies,they are referred for further diagnostictesting to determine if they requirehearing aids.

“Wells Fargo has been supportingour hearing screening program inPasco schools since 2004. In the yearsthey have been the sponsor this pro-gram has grown considerably with allof the new elementary and middleschools being added, in fact WellsFargo has increased their funding tomeet the cost of the program. We arevery grateful for their support,” saidCraig McCart, Executive Director ofthe Sertoma Foundation.

Hearing Loss is the most com-mon birth defect nationally. Early de-tection and intervention is vital for an

See “News Briefs” on page 26.


By Katie Thomas

Kiefer Village Jewels is a leader inthe Tampa Bay area in providing pro-fessional, knowledgeable service tocustomers looking to share in the ex-citing experience of fine jewelry.Kiefer’s was voted Best Jeweler inPasco County for the last three yearsand was recently awarded the Cham-ber of Commerce Award for SmallBusiness of the Year. As one of onlythree Official Rolex Jewelers in theTampa Bay area, Kiefer’s offers highlyattentive service that is simpatico withthe elegance of all Rolex jewelers –courteous, loyal and high in standards.

Located on State Road 54 inLutz, Kiefer’s offers customers achance to liberally try on exquisitejewelry in a fun, relaxed, no-pressureenvironment. Clients are treasuredhere, very much like each unique pieceof beautiful jewelry within the store.In addition to the fabulous jewelryand bridal collections from top design-ers and the sophisticated selection ofRolex watches, Kiefer’s has popular se-lections from Pandora and the newtrendy designs by Alex and Ani, madein the U.S. with all recyclable materi-als, as well as custom designs, expertwatch and jewelry repair and restora-tion.

Kiefer’s is family owned and oper-ated, which allows for a more personalexperience. In 1997, David andWendy Hevia bought the VillageJewel, established in 1957 in down-

town Dade City, from theKiefer family renaming itKiefer Village Jewels. Withthe success of the Dade Citystore, the couple decided toexpand, opening their 2nd location ina strip center in Lutz in 2002. Thecommunity immediately welcomedthe new neighborhood jeweler totown so the Hevias started planningfor a larger permanent location.David explains how they planned thenew store’s home from the groundup, “Wendy and I would sit at ourkitchen table and draw out what wewanted the store to represent. Fromthe glass cases, elegant lighting, openarea and personalized amenities, wecustom designed the entire building.

David and Wendy share naturalaffinity for fine jewelry and actuallymet while working at the prominentguild jewelry chain, Bailey, Banks andBiddle. Wendy grew up in her family’sjewelry store and David began sellingjewelry while in college at USF. Inaddition, their store manager, JeffBooth, formerly J.T. of Avant GoldJewelers, brings his 25 years to theKiefer team. Jeff’s well-defined workethic has kept customers raving abouthis service and great attitude.

Between Wendy, David, Jeff andthe rest of the Kiefer Team, there ismore than a century of combined ex-perience. Their mission reads “Ourmission is to serve our customers, ourcommunity, and our employees withthe same passion we have for uniqueaffordable fine jewelry by providing a

personalized experience, with highethical standards and professionalism.”After spending time in the store, it’sapparent they set their sights onachieving this mission.

Official Rolex Jeweler – TimelessLuxury Watches

Professionalism, high-quality mer-chandising and workmanship all mustmeet Rolex guidelines in order to be-come an Official Rolex Jeweler. Rolexlooks for long-term relationships, sothey study every detail of the businessmodel in their quest to find the per-fect partner. Less than 2% of fine jew-elers in the nation are invited into theRolex family. Kiefer’s considers it anhonor to carry this classic timepiecethat stands the test of time in value,prestige, and elegance. David says,“We carry Rolex as our flagship line.When you are an Official Rolex Jew-eler, you don’t need to carry a bunchof other lines trying to makean impression. Rolex is knownas the King of watches!”Kiefer’s also is an official serv-ice provider offering adviceand consultation for collectorsand repairs.

Kiefer’s receives thenewest Rolex models regu-larly. New models are releasedin Basel, Switzerland and usu-

ally take a very long time to get intostores. But as an elite Official RolexJeweler, you can always find thenewest sought-after timepieces in theshowcases at Kiefer’s. In addition, thestore also carries Ernest Borel watches,Swiss-made since 1855. Jeff says,“Ernest Borel offers a fine-looking ro-mantic line, which has matching hisand hers styles that are very hand-some. The Ernest Borel line is stillmade with a lot of handwork to thisday in their own factory in Switzer-land.” Added to that, Kiefer’s carriestheir own watch brand composed ofall Swiss movements and high-gradestainless steel cases. Kiefer watches fea-ture Synthetic Sapphire Crystals, afive-year warranty and free batteriesfor life. If you are looking for a qualitywatch, Kiefer’s has all price ranges –from $200 to $35,000, there is awatch for every budget and wrist.

Kiefer Village JewelsPasco’s First and OnlyOfficial Rolex Dealer


Bridal Jewelry to Love & CherishKiefer’s has everything you need

when it comes to bridal jewelry.Whether you are looking for the per-fect ring for your beloved, attendants’gifts or anniversary presents, you’llfind an extensive selection of fine op-tions. Kiefer’s has its own Facebookapp called “The Vow,” which allowsyou to view engagement rings, createwish lists, share photos and see howthe ring would look on your finger. All

rings on the app can be viewed at 360degrees. Kiefer’s carries the best bridallines from the classic Elma Gil, A Jaffe,and Artcarved - to the up and comingline, Diadori. And if you don’t seesomething you like, they can custommake anything using state-of-the-artComputer Design. Kiefer’s was thefirst to carry the Romance line withinthe Tampa Bay area and is excited towatch the new line take off!

State-of-the-Art Jewelry Design &Repair Center

Kiefer’s has a team of three full-time jewelers, including a laser welder

and experts in jewelry repair, restora-tion and design. With a combined 80years of experience, the jewelry crafts-men at Kiefer’s are masters. The storeis designed for you to be able to viewyour jewelry being repaired through ashop window or on a TV monitor onthe sales floor, where you can actuallysee the precise details of the laser workin action. David says, “The benefit ofthe laser work is that repairs last threetimes longer and the results are phe-nomenal!” Kiefer’s not only has thelatest in jewelry repair technology,they stand behind their repair workwith a 1-year limited warranty. All re-pairs are followed up with a friendlyphone call to guarantee your satisfac-tion. Kiefer’s prides themselves intheir follow-up on repairs, purchases,and helping customers maintain theirwarranty coverages. They are com-mitted to helping you care for yourjewelry so it will last a lifetime.

The personalized work ethic atKiefer’s paired with its commitment tocommunity is unbeatable. Kiefer’s hassupported Big Brothers & Big Sisters,Bob Sierra YMCA, the United Way,Metropolitan Ministries Boys & GirlsClub, most all the local PTA’s, andmore, along with serving on severalboards. Wendy says, “We strive to be

a part of our community and help outin any way possible.” Kiefer’s wasawarded “Philanthropic Small Busi-ness of the Year” by the National As-sociation of Fundraising Professionals.

Catering to customers is the mainpriority at Kiefer’s, so if you are shop-ping for that special something, stopin and enjoy a complimentary cup ofcoffee, while you ponder the possibili-ties. There is even a kids’ area and cus-tomer lounge in this store that wasdesigned to be both comfortable andexquisite. The Kiefer interest-free VIPcard makes any purchase affordableand the Kiefer Rewards Card pays youback with dollars to spend on futurepurchases. And looking for a greatplace to sell your old gold and dia-monds? Kiefer’s has been the leaderfor offering fair values since theymainly seek to build long-lasting rela-tionships.

Kiefer’s is located at 24144State Road 54 in Lutz. Hours are10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. on Mon. – Fri.,Sat. from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 12 –5 p.m. on Sun. Visit www.KVJew-els.com for more information orcall (813) 909-2393. You also canfollow Kiefer Village Jewels onFacebook and Pinterest.

Kiefer Village Jewels showcases thefinest bridal and jewelry collections

from top designers, as well as thewildly popular jewelry by Pandoraand trend-setting Alex and Ani


By Marcy Sanford

Do shirt stains stress you out? Areyou anxious about clothing alterations?Have obnoxious odors on householdfabrics started to overwhelm you? Thenyou need to turn to Quality PlusCleaners for expert help. Since 1985people who take pride in their clothesand home have relied on Quality PlusCleaners for their superior dry cleaningand laundry services. Let the friendly,clothing professionals at Quality PlusCleaners at 6050 Van Dyke Road helpyou look your best today.

Locally owned and operated,Quality Plus Cleaners’ expert fabriccare professionals take great pride inthe attention to detail and remarkablecare they give to every item that comesto them. From dress shirts to fur coats,leather jackets to wedding gowns,every item that comes to Quality PlusCleaners undergoes a complete inspec-tion before the dry cleaning process.They assess the item and determine thebest cleaning methods and techniquesneeded to give your clothing the bestresults. To guarantee that your clothingis returned to you looking as good asbrand new, Quality Plus Cleaners also

inspects the hems, buttons, shoulderpads, and trimmings on your clothesand reinforces or repairs them whennecessary.

Shirts: When you drop off yourclothes at Quality Plus Cleaners, youcan be assured that their gentle clean-ing methods will reduce the wear andtear on your shirts. They do not useharsh chemicals and they wash clothingat a temperature that greatly reducesfading and fraying over time. Oncecleaned, they perfectly press collars andcuffs and each shirt is hand finishedand packed.

Leather, Suede, Fur: Quality PlusCleaners are experts at cleaning leather,suede, fur, or garments with suede, fur,or leather trim. They can even finishand restore and repair rips and tearsand replace worn or torn linings.

Alterations: Quality Plus Cleanersoffer the finest professional tailoringand alterations. Their experienced teamof tailors and seamstresses can handle itall from minor alterations to major tai-loring. The highly knowledgeable alter-ations staff uses state-of-the-art sewingequipment to guarantee that your gar-ment will fit perfectly. They specializein couture alterations, which includes

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WeddingDresses and Formal Gowns: If youwant to preserve your wedding gownor keep a favorite formal looking itsbest, turn to Quality Plus Cleaners fortheir expert touch. In order to provideyou with extraordinary results, theythoroughly inspect your beloved dress.After a meticulous review of the fabric,seams, and embroidering, they devisethe ideal cleaning method based onyears of experience. Quality Plus Clean-ers can even return your gown placedin an acid-free, quality preservationbox, which is then placed in a cottondust cover. This ensures that your val-ued gown will be preserved for years tocome.

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draperies, and home furnishings whensmoke and water damage occur.

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By Julie Kanehl

How would you like to be re-membered? Let’s face it, it’s not thehottest topic to talk about over thedinner table, but it is an importantone. Shouldn’t we at least have theconversation about how we’d like tobe remembered when the time comes?Shouldn’t we have an opinion andmake it known now, and choose theway we would want to be memorial-ized? Trinity Memorial Gardens, at12609 Memorial Drive in Trinity, justoff of S.R. 54, is fully prepared to helppeople of all faiths make these difficultdecisions while honoring their beliefsand making the grieving process aseasy as possible.

Choosing your legacy is impor-tant, and while it may be a tough,often uncomfortable conversation tohave, it’s one worth having. Thegreatest gift you can give to your fam-

ily after you pass is to have your wishesin writing, your plans in place, andbetter yet – your final goodbye com-pletely arranged. In the midst of griefand loss, it’s an unimaginable task fora grieving family member to wonder,“What would they have wanted?”

The professional staff at TrinityMemorial Gardens, which is locallyand independently owned, is experi-enced at guiding individuals and fami-lies on how someone should beremembered. Whether working withindividuals who want to have theirplans in place way in advance, orworking with mourning families whohave recently lost a loved one, thekind, experienced staff members arehelpful in navigating the many choicesand options involved, so that yourfamily can be comforted, and eachperson’s final wishes can be broughtto fruition.

General Manager David Czech

Peaceful Endingsfor All Faiths Begin at

Trinity Memorial Gardens

says, “Our focus is educating the com-munity about their options. There areendless options, and families don’tknow that; they don’t know until it istime.” He explains, “It’s a ministrythat we do in actually engaging in ed-ucating the community on death anddying.”

Trinity Memorial Gardens is pre-pared to help families remember theindividual who has passed by celebrat-ing their lives and making their funeralas unique and personal as the individ-

ual, or the family, would like it to be.Catering to families of all faiths, theyhave a beautiful facility for funeralservices, an expansive and beautifullymanicured cemetery and offer crema-tory services as well. When someonepasses, all of their needs can be caredfor with dignity, at Trinity MemorialGardens.

Comfort Those You Love AfterYou’ve Passed

Prearranging a funeral is a great


way to comfort those you love afteryou have died, and prearranging is notas unusual as you might think. In fact,these days, people are taking an activerole in their funeral plans, and they aredesigning a funeral for themselves withtheir families in mind. This takes theheavy burden off of children, lovedones, and siblings who may have toguess on important decisions such asburial versus cremation. In fact, manyare designing funerals that focus lesson their passing and more on thebeautiful life and the relationships thatmade their lives so special.

In order to do so, some difficultquestions have to be asked. Here are afew of the tough questions. Do you

want to beburied? Wouldyou like afancy casket ora simple one?Would youprefer to becremated?Would youwant an urn?Would youprefer to bescattered?Would youlike a head-

stone? Would you prefer to be buriedwith someone or by someone? Wouldyou prefer to be placed in an above-ground mausoleum? These are just afew of the many questions that theemployees of Trinity Memorial Gar-dens are prepared to help you decide.

Whatever your personal wishesare, it’s important to share your wishesand make a plan. The questions arehard now; imagine how much harderthey would be for your children orloved ones in the days following yourpassing. Prearranging your funeraltakes the burden off of your family,and gives you peace of mind.

Czech says, “Prearranging has somany benefits. It’s the greatest gift

you can ever leave your family. An-other benefit is that when you pre-arrange, you lock in the price and canpay over a period of time for the fu-neral you desire.”

If you haven’t thought about it,it’s time to start the dialogue withthose around you, and you’ll be sur-prised by the answers, because theymay not be the answers that you ex-pected. Whatever your wishes, it’s aseasy as sitting down with the profes-sionals at Trinity Memorial Gardensand making a plan. Prearranged funer-als are like giving a final gift to thosewho love and cherish you the most.

Trinity Memorial Gardens HelpsFamilies Grieve

Many people believe that the fu-neral is for the person who has passed,but when you think about it, a funeralis really a time and a place for every-one who loved you to come togetherin unity and go through the manyemotions that go with grieving. Thereare many stages to grief, and funerals,while sad, are helpful in the healingprocess for those who are mourning.

The beautiful and recently reno-vated funeral home at Trinity Memo-rial Gardens can accommodate manydifferent styles of funerals, from inti-mate family gatherings, to large wakeswhere hundreds of people may cometo pay their respects.

Equally, the vast 40-acre ceme-tery, which is only 40% developed atthis time, is a serene place to say good-bye, and to come and visit with thosewho have passed. The beautiful ceme-tery at Trinity Memorial Gardens isreminiscent of a park, with beautifullandscaping, fountains and flowers.This tranquil landscape is divided intolarge sections that are designated byfaith. In essence, there are many mini-cemeteries within the grounds thatcater to different faiths, as well aslovely grounds dedicated to those who

prefer a non-denominational burial.Also on the grounds is an impressivemausoleum that offers indoor andoutdoor burial options. The cathedral-like stained glass windows welcomevisitors into a climate-controlled at-mosphere where family members cansit comfortably, rain or shine, andhonor those who have died. Fromplots for one, to private mini estatesand family dedicated mausoleums,Trinity Memorial Gardens can helpyour loved one rest in peace, and givesurvivors a place to come and peace-fully remember those who have goneahead.

If someone you love has passedaway, think of Trinity Memorial Gar-dens, for they can help you and yourfamily create a funeral arrangement foryour loved one that will be heartfelt,personal and peaceful.

Czech says, “We aim to be pillarsof strength and certainty in our com-munity.”

If you are ready to make yourwishes known, and in doing so, give along-lasting gift to your loved ones bypreparing arrangements now, pleaseconsider working with the experiencedTrinity Memorial Gardens staff, whowill make the process as easy and com-fortable as possible. Their missionstatement says it all: “We pledge tofulfill our trust and obligation to everyTrinity Memorial Gardens familyproperty owner and to all the commu-nities we serve.”

Trinity Memorial Gardens islocated at 12609 Memorial Drivein Trinity. For more informationon planning a funeral arrangementfor yourself or for a loved one, call(813) 920-4241 or (727) 376-7824, or toll free at 888) 271-5820. Visit online atwww.trinitymemorial.com foradditional information.


By Marcy Sanford

hen I asked 1-800-GOT-JUNK? owners Troy andRachelle White what the

strangest thing their team has everhauled away, they had a quick reply,“A coffin, tollbooth, and truckloadsof mannequins.” 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is a full-service junk removalservice for your home or business in-cluding offices, retail locations, andconstructions sites. Wherever youhave junk in Hillsborough, Pinellasor Pasco Counties, 1-800-GOT-JUNK? will come haul it away foryou.

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ties, or recycle centers. We have eventaken small boats, engine blocks,sheds, and docks. We can take awayalmost any material we can fit in ourtrucks, without you ever lifting a fin-ger. We’ll remove junk from wher-ever it’s located, and we won’t leave

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than 2.4 billions pounds of junkfrom the landfill. Troy says, “Ouremployees will sort through yourjunk and pull out the pieces that canbe reused, recycled, or repurposed sothat you don’t have to. All you haveto do is point us to your pile of junkand let us take care of the rest.”

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infant to have the opportunity to accessspeech and other sounds for learningand brain development. The SertomaSpeech & Hearing Foundation ofFlorida assists hard of hearing babiesand children to hear the world aroundthem so they can succeed personally, ac-ademically and socially.

More information about SertomaSpeech & Hearing Foundation ofFlorida is is online at www.familyhear-inghelp.org.

Land O' Lakes-Based FemaleBariatric Surgeon’s Innovative Por-tion Control Product Aims To ‘GetOn The Shelf’ in WalMart’s 2nd An-nual Contest.

Local inventors and co-owners ofBariWare, LLC were thrilled to learnthat their innovative portion controlcontainer, the BariBowl®, has advancedto the next round of WalMart’s “GetOn The Shelf” contest. The BariBowl®was created by Florida’s first femalebariatric surgeon, Dr. Tiffany Jessee and

Physician Assistant, Dezi Zevin, in aneffort to help post-weight loss surgerypatients manage their strict serving sizesat meal time. This brand new servingand measuring bowl, which is manufac-tured locally in Clearwater, now has achance to be stocked on the covetedshelves of WalMart nationwide.

“It was frustrating to watch our pa-tients constantly struggle with their newdiet guidelines, without any tools onthe market to help them,” Dr. Jesseeexplains. “So we invented the Bari-Bowl® based on our patients’ needs,and the results have been extremelypositive. In fact, this product is beingused not only by our bariatric patients,but by anyone who wants to eat health-ier meals with easy portion control.”

They quickly realized the potentialto reach a broader market for theirproduct as BariBowl® orders poured infrom consumers across the UnitedStates. The BariBowl® appeals to thosewho are interested in managing theirnutritional intake for a healthier life---diabetics, those battling obesity orchildhood obesity, dieters and evenbody builders and athletes. Soon Bari-

Ware® was receiving numerous re-quests from multiple countries andpromptly established a distributor forthe Australian market, with similar plansbeing made for Canada and the U.K.

BariWare is competing with otherentrepreneurs and small businesses fromaround the country in the “Get OnThe Shelf” contest, where WalMartjudges will evaluate which products gar-ner the most public interest and onlinevotes.

Medical Center of Trinity Holds Sec-ond Annual “Expressions ofThanks” Youth Art Contest

Medical Center of Trinity an-nounces its 2nd annual “Expressions ofThanks” youth art contest to be heldfrom Sept. 1, 2013 to Oct. 4, 2013for all youth, grades K through 12 tocelebrate the service of all U.S. militaryveterans, those who currently serve ourgreat nation and their families. Studentsare invited to submit artwork, poetry, oran essay. Rules for the youth art contestare as follows:

•Students submitting artwork,poem or essay must be in grades K-12

•Artwork must fit on an 8½” x

11” sheet of white paper•Artwork must be original and

hand drawn/written•Students are allowed to use color

with paint, pens, pencils, crayons andmarkers

•Artwork should depict student’sidea of saying

“Thank you to Veterans and mem-bers of the military”

•No internet art, clipart or cutouts

•Artwork must have the student’sname, grade and the name of the schoolprinted clearly on the back

All artwork must be submitted byOctober 4, 2013 to Medical Center ofTrinity in one of two forms:

•In person at the information deskat the main entrance 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

•By mail: Medical Center of Trin-ity, Attention: Youth Art Contest, 9330State Road 54, Trinity, FL 34655

Each participant receives a recogni-tion certificate. 1st place winners in eachgrade level will receive a $25 gift card.The Grand Prize winner will receivetheir choice of either a bicycle or anIPOD! Call 727-834-4868 or [email protected]

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By Dara Tucker

Saturday, October 19, at the Car-illon Parkway/Catalina MarketingField the 4th annual Tampa Bay Walksfor Talk to benefit children withChildhood Apraxia of Speech will beheld. The event is a family-fun filledday including a walk, lunch, andgames for kids. On-site registrationand check-in begins at 10 a.m., andthe walk begins promptly at 11:15a.m. There is a family meet and greetafter the walk at 2 p.m.

Proceeds from the walk will bene-fit CASANA’s (The ChildhoodApraxia of Speech Association ofNorth America) apraxia programs andresearch. CASANA is a source of in-

spiration and instrumental inhelping many families and pro-fessionals gain the knowledgein apraxia needed to move chil-dren with Childhood Apraxiaof Speech (CAS) to developmeaningful speech. For many

families it is the first place they look tofor support after their child is diag-nosed.

According to CASANA Child-hood Apraxia of Speech is a motorspeech disorder that first becomes ap-parent as a young child is learningspeech. For reasons not yet fully un-derstood, children with apraxia ofspeech have great difficulty planningand producing the precise, highly re-fined and specific series of movementsof the tongue, lips, jaw and palate thatare necessary for intelligible speech.Apraxia of speech is sometimes knownas verbal apraxia, developmentalapraxia of speech, or verbal dyspraxia.The most important concept is theroot word “praxis.” Praxis means

planned movement. To some degreeor another, a child with the diagnosisof apraxia of speech has difficulty pro-gramming and planning speech move-ments. Apraxia of speech is a specificspeech disorder. This difficulty in plan-ning speech movements is the missingkey of childhood apraxia of speech.The challenge and difficulty that chil-dren with apraxia have in creat-ing speech can be confusing toparents, especially when theyobserve the skill of learningto speak developing, seem-ingly without effort, in otherchildren.

Brenae Solis, the walkcoordinator for Tampa Bay,turned to CASANA when herdaughter Emily was diagnosedwith apraxia at 22 months old.Brenae explains, “There wasnowhere to go to in Florida forsupport at the time.CASANA is the nationalapraxia not-for-profit

organization that is run out of Pitts-burg. They helped me create a walkand support group here in Florida.The proceeds of our Tampa walk goto CASANA.”

Every Child Deserves a Voice Walk for Children with Apraxia of Speech


CASANA’s mission is tostrengthen the support systems in thelives of children with apraxia so thateach child is afforded their best oppor-tunity to develop to their full poten-tial. CASANA is a 501(c)3 publiccharity and is the only national non-profit organization dedicated exclu-sively to the needs of children withapraxia of speech. With the help offundraisers like the 4th annual TampaBay Walks for Talk, CASANA is ableto provide multimedia information onCAS to families, professionals, policy-

makers and othermembers of the pub-lic, provide networkand partnership op-portunities for par-ents and professionalsto benefit childrenwith CAS, facilitatebetter public policyand services for chil-dren affected by thedisorder, create train-ing and educationalopportunities forfamilies and profes-sionals, and supportapraxia research, es-pecially research

which identifies effective treatmentand therapy for children with apraxia. In addition to raising funds forapraxia, the walk is a great way forfamilies to connect, raise awareness ofthe disorder, and celebrate childrenwith apraxia. The day will includefood, fun, crafts, games, entertainmentand music for the kids. If you registera child with apraxia of speech makesure you contact Justin LeWinter [email protected] by October 9with the child’s first and last name,child’s age, and your Walk name too.

There is a specialgift to present toeach child on theday of the Walk incelebration of thechildren everyonewill be there to sup-port. Also be sureto register for thewalk by Sunday,September 22 toreceive an officialApraxia Walk t-shirtin your size.Jen Alfieri has ateam walking for her son. Jen hadnever heard of apraxia before her thirdchild, Caleb, was diagnosed at 33months. Jen explains, “I knew some-thing was wrong when he still wasn’ttalking at two-and-a-half. I went toour pediatrician first, and then wewent to Early Steps several times be-fore we went to FDLRS (Florida Di-agnostic and Learning ResourceSystem). It was very frustrating be-cause we were told so many differentthings before we got his diagnosis.He now receives support through theTALK Program in the school systemand private therapy. He’s makinggreat gains with the combination of

the two. The other day he strungthree words together. Every child isdifferent. For most children speechworks itself out, but Caleb was one of1,000 that it didn’t. I encouragemoms to trust your instinct if youthink something in wrong. Early in-tervention is critical.”

Join a great cause, Saturday,October 19, and have a fun day atCarillon Parkway/Catalina Market-ing Field, 120 Carillon Parkway, inSt. Petersburg. Adult walkers are$20, and children under 18 are$10. For more information aboutthe walk, or to donate to the walk,visit www.apraxia-kids.org.

Caleb and his siblings, Hannah, Nina and Jonah willbe walking on October 19 to raise awareness for

apraxia.


receiving the best treatment possible.Dr. Nelson has earned his certificate inhard and soft tissue lasers, Six MonthSmiles®, Nobelpharma implantrestorations and the SomnoMed appli-ance to treat snoring and sleep apnea.

Committed to comprehensive carethat covers all aspects of dentistry, Dr.Nelson will evaluate your needs basedon his extensive experience and knowl-edge. Nelson Dentistry is committedto natural looking dental work that islong-lasting and won’t cause you prob-lems down the road. The office teamhas a priority to provide excellent serv-ice in a sterilized environment – alwaystaking your safety into considerationwith every procedure administered.Dr. Nelson’s expertise has landed himgreat accreditation and he serves as aprofessional consultant to the dental in-dustry. He has discussed advances inmodern dentistry on WFLA (NBC),WTVT (Fox) and WTOG (CW).

Dental ServicesOffering the latest dental technol-

ogy, Nelson Dentistry is equipped withthe best the industry has to offer. Nel-son Dentistry offers laser scanners,

which find cavities when they are ex-tremely small and can be removed withsmall, invisible bonded fillings. Digitalx-rays are available and offer 80% lessradiation than standard x-rays.

Non-surgical gum treatment ismade possible at Nelson Dentistry withthe latest in Laser Assisted New Attach-ment Procedure (LANAP), using thePeriolase Laser. LANAP is the onlyFDA certified laser treatment for gumdisease, which means you can haveyour gum disease treated without sur-gery.

Dr. Nelson understands that manypatients are frightened by dentistry andhe offers compassionate care, alongwith a full range of relaxation dentistry(Nitrous Oxide and Oral Sedatives areavailable). Nelson Dentistry offersminimal sedation dentistry, where pa-tients simply take an oral pill beforetheir visit, making them relaxed, yetconscious and able to respond to ques-tions. When you fully awaken fromyour procedure, you will have very lit-tle memory of the experience, which isideal for fearful people or those withbusy schedules that need to get theirwork finished in a minimum number ofvisits. Computer imaging and intraoralcameras allow for thorough close-uppictures and images of expected resultsbefore your dental work is started, so

you know exactly what you are getting. Dr. Nelson prides himself on

“Smile Makeovers,” which can be per-formed in as little as two visits. If youhave misshapen teeth, gaps or discol-oration, porcelain veneers can help youget the natural, beautiful smile youhave been longing for. The veneers fitover your teeth and are bonded to en-sure a secure fit that feels comfortable.In addition to smile makeovers, Dr.Nelson offers KOR Whitening andZoom Advanced Power whitening fora whiter, brighter smile!

Nelson Dentistry offers the SixMonth Smiles® cosmetic braces sys-tem, which can give you a straight andbeautiful smile without years of dentalwork. Clear tooth-colored brackets are

used (which you can hardly see) andmost teeth can be gently moved to thedesired place within a six-month timeframe! No more metal mouth!

Dentures can be a hassle for manypeople, but Nelson Dentistry offers analternative; permanent implants thatlook completely natural. With perma-nent implants, you won’t have toworry about excessive cleaning and notbeing able to enjoy your favorite foods.

The VersaWave laser at NelsonDentistry is absolutely unbelievable.Many fillings can now be filled in com-fort, without shots or a drill. The lasersterilizes the tooth in need of fillingand removes decay. Laser treatment forfillings actually reduces your chances ofneeding future crowns and root canals.

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Nelson Dentistry patient Kim says,“Dr. Jay Nelson and his staff exceededmy expectations. I have found a dentistand staff that not only provide excellentdental care by way of their knowledgeand skill, they patiently answer all of mymany and varied questions and go outof their way to make sure I am com-fortable and reassured. I am verypleased with Dr. Nelson, his staff, andthe services they provide.”

Now Offering Complimentary SleepApnea and SnoringConsultations

Sufficient sleep and rest are neces-sary in your life for optimal health andperformance, and Dr. Nelson is seriousin his efforts to provide top-notch den-tal sleep medical care to his patients. In2012, Nelson Dentistry and DentalSleep Medicine became the first facilityin the state of Florida and one of thefirst 20 in the country to receive pro-gram accreditation from the AmericanAcademy of Dental Sleep Medicine(AADSM). “The American Academyof Dental Sleep Medicine congratulatesNelson Dentistry on fulfilling the highstandards required for receiving accred-itation as a dental sleep medicine facil-ity,” says Dr. Gail Demko, AADSMpresident. “Nelson Dentistry is a signif-icant resource to the local sleep medi-

cine community and will provide thehighest quality care for patients withsleep-disordered breathing.”

In order to receive accreditation, adental sleep medicine facility must ex-ceed all standards designated by theAADSM. Standards include: the con-tinuing education of staff, a developedset of policies and procedures for ac-cepting, treating and billing patients; aswell as adherence to approved stan-dards for safety and patient follow up.

Dental sleep medicine is a growingsection of dentistry with a focus onmanaging snoring and sleep apnea withoral appliance therapy (OAT). As an ef-fective alternative to continuous posi-tive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy,OAT utilizes a “mouth guard-like” de-vice worn during sleep in order for pa-tients to maintain an open,unobstructed airway. OAT prevents the

airway from collapsing by either hold-ing the tongue in the forward positionor supporting the jaw. Dr. Nelson hasthe knowledge to help patients withyour sleep problems in a way that does-n’t require a machine and can be morecomfortable. His alternative to theCPAP is to custom-fit patients with anoral appliance, such as the SomnoMed,which is a small acrylic device that fitsover the upper and lower teeth; re-aligning your jaw in order to open yourairway and allow more air to flow intothe lungs as you sleep. The SomnoMeddevice is much like a retainer or mouthguard – providing patients with an ex-cellent success rate for sleep apnea andsnoring prevention. Dr. Nelson and hisstaff at Nelson Dentistry are very ex-cited about the future of dental sleepmedicine and look forward to being apart of the innovative treatment op-tions that they can now offer to theirpatients.

Dr. Nelson was recently voted to

be included in the topDentists™ data-base provided bywww.usatopdentists.com. The databaseis based upon peer reviews in whichdentists and specialists throughoutFlorida have a chance to cast votesbased on the abilities of other dentists.Dr. Nelson’s dedication to profession-alism and innovative techniques in thedental industry makes him a wonderfulcandidate for topDentists™. He ismore than capable of providing youwith the quality service you deserve.

Nelson Dentistry is located at1928 Highland Oaks Boulevard inLutz. Office Hours are Mon. –Thurs., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call(813) 949-0424 for an appoint-ment. Find more information atwww.NelsonDentistry.com andwww.SleepBetterFlorida.com, andyou also can find Nelson Dentistryon Facebook and Twitter.


Florida, Karla is a member of theAmerican Massage Therapy Associa-tion, and is Nationally Board Certi-fied.

Karla’s massages can be doneanywhere – at home, poolside, or atthe office. Most of her clients choosethe room in their house that offersthe least distractions, and there shecreates a wonderful environment formassage. She also takes the time toreally speak to her clients before theirmassage to learn more about them sothat she can create the best personal-ized massage experience.

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Massage Services that ImproveYour Life

“Your Health is your Wealth” isthe philosophy at Barkdoll MassageTherapy, and that is why Karla takesthe time to really find out what kind

of massage you prefer, whether it’s aSwedish massage or a deep tissuetreatment for chronic pain, Karla’smassage will make a difference inyour life.

Karla offers a wide range of af-fordable massage therapy styles andpackages. If you are looking for a tra-ditional massage, Swedish massagetreatments are designed to improvecirculation, reduce stress and to re-lieve muscle tension. This massage isvery popular all over the world be-cause of its light, long, and slowstrokes that relax your cares and wor-ries away. If you are interested in try-ing something a little different, hotstone massages use something calledwarm stone therapy, which is the artof using heated stones in combina-tion with a Swedish massage. Accord-ing to Karla, the warm stones dissolvemuscle tension and induce a deep re-laxation.

Deep tissue massage is a thera-peutic treatment designed to ease thepain and discomfort associated withchronic pain. Karla says, “Duringdeep tissue massages I use triggerpoints to specifically find the placeswhere the work needs to be done.”Deep tissue massages can help peoplewho live with painful conditions live a

fuller life.Another style of massage that

Karla offers is sports massage and in-jury rehabilitation. This style of mas-sage combines the benefits and styleof a deep tissue massage with stretch-ing, which can improve the range ofmotion in joints. Whether you arehealing after a car accident or are suf-fering from chronic pain associatedwith a medical condition, this kind ofmassage can be extremely beneficial.

One of Karla’s clients from Trin-ity recently said, “I have had thepleasure of having Karla as a massagetherapist for the past six years and ithas always been an enriching andhealing experience. She is knowledge-able, professional and a kind-heartedperson and I have no hesitation inrecommending her service. She hashands of gold!”

Prenatal massages are a fantasticway to pamper the mom-to-be whileeasing some of the side effects ofpregnancy. Karla uses specially de-signed massage table pillows that cre-ate a comfortable position just for herduring this time, so that pregnantmoms can safely enjoy their massage.

Aromatherapy is proven to aid inrelaxation, which is why Barkdoll

Massage Therapy offers a variety ofessential oils and scents that can beused in collaboration with any otherstyle of massage. Most often usedwith a Swedish massage, aromather-apy oils are applied by Karla duringyour massage to enhance the massageexperience.

One local couple recently wrote,“We all have very busy schedules andit saves us time and stress to haveKarla come right to our home. Myhusband has chronic pain and herweekly massages help him tremen-dously. Whether you just want agreat stress reliever or you have amedical condition I would highly rec-ommend Karla!”

If you are looking for a fantasticway to improve morale at work, howabout offering your employees a cor-porate seated massage? This is a fullyclothed, seated massage that can bedone right at the office. This style ofmassage focuses on the back, neck,shoulders, scalp, arms and hands.What a great way to let your employ-ees know how much you care aboutthem!

My Massage with KarlaI am a huge fan of massages. I go

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every chance I get, but to be honest,that isn’t very often. When I’m notbusy with my family or writing forthe Neighborhood News, I’m likemost moms and am usually con-cerned with everyone else’s comfortover my own. That’s why I was so ex-cited to be given the chance to expe-rience one of Karla’s massages by thestaff at Neighborhood News.(Thanks Jim!)

Scheduling my massage turnedout to be a breeze because BarkdollMassage Therapy is one of the onlyplaces that offers evening massage ap-pointments. It was all very easy forme since I wasn’t going to have toworry about driving anywhere or ababysitter for the kids! On theevening of my massage appointment,I simply picked out a quiet room inthe house, sent the kids outside toplay with my hubby, and got ready toenjoy my massage.

Karla arrived right on time andbrought everything she needed withher. A true professional, Karla evenwears a clinical massage uniform.Within just a few minutes Karla hadset up the massage table and was setup and ready to go. I was really im-pressed with how quickly the room I

had picked had been transformed.Before we started she spoke to meabout what kind of massage treat-ment I wanted, and she asked if I hadany injuries that she needed to beaware of. We decided on a combina-tion Swedish and deep tissue mas-sage. She also offered me manydifferent aromatherapy options fromrose oil to eucalyptus. I felt totally atease, and while she stepped out of theroom, I comfortably got onto themassage table and got settled.

When Karla came back in a mo-ment later, she put on what I like tocall “massage music,” and spoke tome about what she was going to dobefore she began. To my surprise, Iwas even more relaxed because I wasat home. I enjoyed the entire hourinstead of wondering how many min-utes had passed, or wondering aboutthe kids. I felt safe, pampered andwell cared for.

After my massage, I felt like asoftened stick of butter, and I wasable to just put on my slippers insteadof my shoes! This was an incrediblycool experience that made me feelmore centered, and really changedmy outlook. I felt great for days andmy entire family could see what a dif-

ference it made for me both physi-cally and emotionally.

I can see that a massage withKarla would be a great gift, which iswhy I’m so happy that she offers giftcertificates, but one of the best partsabout Barkdoll Massage Therapy ishow affordable it is. I might not haveto wait for a special occasion becauseher pricing is competitive and afford-able enough to fit into anyone’sbudget on a regular basis. From nowon, I’m going to take better care ofmyself, and that includes having mas-sage treatments from Barkdoll Mas-sage Therapy on a regular basis. See

you in a few weeks Karla!

Barkdoll Massage Therapy isan entirely mobile massage therapybusiness that comes to you. KarlaBarkdoll (License # MA47546) isavailable 7 days a week from 9 a.m.– 9 p.m., by appointment only. Toschedule an appointment or to re-quest more information aboutmassage packages, corporate eventsor gift certificates, call (727) 372-6389 or email Karla at [email protected]. Findmore information online atwww.barkdollmassagetherapy.com.


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