Live & Live in Palmas new April, May, June 2021 edition. Celebrating our 13 years of publication. Enjoy it!
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april | may | june <strong>2021</strong> VOL <strong>13</strong> NUM 2<br />
Bathrooms<br />
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EQUINE THERAPY<br />
AT RANCHO BUENA VISTA<br />
by Lissette Rosado<br />
One <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> biggest discovery this<br />
trimester, actually days before this<br />
<strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong> was ready to go to press, <strong>Live</strong><br />
& Life <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> learned that at <strong>our</strong><br />
<strong>in</strong>-horse stables facil<strong>it</strong>ies, the Rancho<br />
Buena Vista, many fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g th<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
are tak<strong>in</strong>g place. The <strong>new</strong>s that surprises<br />
us the most are the Equ<strong>in</strong>e<br />
Therapies, <strong>in</strong>tended for children w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
a broad variety <strong>of</strong> cond<strong>it</strong>ions: from Autism<br />
to dyslexia to speech problems<br />
etc. Immediately, <strong>Live</strong> & Life vis<strong>it</strong>ed<br />
the ranch and met this group <strong>of</strong> fantastic,<br />
passionate and well-educated<br />
women that have been work<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
several months at the Rancho w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
kids <strong>of</strong> all ages; they are Kenia Rosario<br />
Gonzáles and Yasmín Pérez Guzman,<br />
both Equ<strong>in</strong>e therapists. We also had<br />
the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to meet several <strong>of</strong><br />
the kids and we were truly impressed<br />
by the patience and dedication these<br />
women have w<strong>it</strong>h the children they<br />
treat. The first one was a girl w<strong>it</strong>h autism<br />
and physiological problems <strong>in</strong> her<br />
sp<strong>in</strong>e; you can see the transformation<br />
from the moment she arrived, to the<br />
moment the therapy end. The second<br />
one was a boy w<strong>it</strong>h speech problems<br />
who clung to his mom at the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
But <strong>it</strong> didn’t take long, and he<br />
was soon respond<strong>in</strong>g to his therapists<br />
and his horse. “He was <strong>in</strong> speech<br />
therapy for months w<strong>it</strong>h l<strong>it</strong>tle progress<br />
and when he started w<strong>it</strong>h the equ<strong>in</strong>e<br />
therapy his speech capac<strong>it</strong>y improved<br />
<strong>in</strong> weeks. The difference was evident!”<br />
The three women <strong>in</strong>volved <strong>in</strong> this<br />
project, which they have called SIGHT<br />
TO SEE A HORSE, formed a corporation<br />
that works therapeutic, recreational,<br />
educational and horse-rid<strong>in</strong>g<br />
modal<strong>it</strong>ies for children and adults who<br />
seek to improve their qual<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> life<br />
and skills.<br />
Sight to See a Horse has pr<strong>of</strong>essionals<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h more than 15 <strong>years</strong> <strong>of</strong> experience<br />
<strong>in</strong> the area <strong>of</strong> health, education<br />
and adapted sports that contribute<br />
and are <strong>in</strong>corporated w<strong>it</strong>h equ<strong>in</strong>e<br />
therapy and horse rid<strong>in</strong>g. They also<br />
have an exclusive horse-rid<strong>in</strong>g specialist<br />
who prepares participants for show<br />
jump<strong>in</strong>g or dressage.<br />
But... What is equ<strong>in</strong>e therapy?<br />
Horse-assisted therapy that <strong>in</strong>cludes<br />
various therapeutic modal<strong>it</strong>ies. The<br />
objective that is worked on is accord<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to what the therapist chooses as<br />
a method to achieve the proper development<br />
<strong>of</strong> each participant, such<br />
as Hippotherapy, therapeutic rid<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
adapted rid<strong>in</strong>g, therapeutic turn<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
horse-assisted learn<strong>in</strong>g or coach<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
psychotherapy or counsel<strong>in</strong>g. assisted<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h horses and therapeutic dressage.<br />
This is def<strong>in</strong><strong>it</strong>ely very good <strong>new</strong>s,<br />
and we congratulate Luis René Rivera<br />
and Rancho Buena Vista for this <strong>in</strong><strong>it</strong>iative.<br />
More <strong>new</strong>s on the way! L<br />
Kenia Rosario González,<br />
Equ<strong>in</strong>oterapist<br />
Yasmín Pérez Guzmán,<br />
Equ<strong>in</strong>oterapist<br />
Luis René Rivera,<br />
Rancho Buena Vista Adm<strong>in</strong>istrator<br />
“He was <strong>in</strong> speech<br />
therapy for months<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h l<strong>it</strong>tle progress<br />
and when he started<br />
the equ<strong>in</strong>e therapy<br />
his speech capac<strong>it</strong>y<br />
improved <strong>in</strong> weeks.<br />
The difference<br />
was evident!”<br />
rid<strong>in</strong>g lessons for Kids<br />
And the story beh<strong>in</strong>d<br />
This horse & this sheep<br />
When I vis<strong>it</strong>ed the Ranch to learn more about Equ<strong>in</strong>e therapy, I came<br />
across a scene that caught my attention. In the rid<strong>in</strong>g area, Maria Aponte<br />
was <strong>of</strong>fer<strong>in</strong>g rid<strong>in</strong>g lessons to a girl. For a moment I did not wonder<br />
what the sheep was do<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the rid<strong>in</strong>g arena, but then I noticed that<br />
the sheep became uneasy if the horse got too far from her. So I asked<br />
what the sheep’s role was <strong>in</strong> the rid<strong>in</strong>g class, and that’s how I discovered<br />
the story beh<strong>in</strong>d <strong>it</strong>. Turns out, Noche (the l<strong>it</strong>tle sheep <strong>in</strong> this story) was<br />
born 5 <strong>years</strong> ago <strong>in</strong> the cage <strong>of</strong> a horse named “Dreamy”. She and her<br />
mother lived together w<strong>it</strong>h this horse for several months until the day<br />
came to separate Noche from her mother, <strong>it</strong> was then that she became<br />
attached to Dreamy <strong>in</strong> a very special way. She began to follow him everywhere<br />
and to always want to be by her side. Sadly, Dreamy fell ill<br />
and died <strong>in</strong> December 2020, after be<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h this sheep for 4 <strong>years</strong>.<br />
Noche was very sad and anxious, which led her to seek refuge <strong>in</strong> the<br />
only other horse she k<strong>new</strong>, Bes<strong>it</strong>o. Bes<strong>it</strong>o was Dreamy’s partner and he<br />
always spent time w<strong>it</strong>h him, which is why he was well known to Noche.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce Dreamy’s death, Noche has not wanted to stop be<strong>in</strong>g by Bes<strong>it</strong>o’s<br />
side. She follows him everywhere and if she loses sight <strong>of</strong> him for some<br />
reason she gets very nervous and starts look<strong>in</strong>g for him. Therefore, Bes<strong>it</strong>o<br />
and Noche are always together, they live <strong>in</strong> the same cage and when<br />
Bes<strong>it</strong>o is <strong>in</strong> rid<strong>in</strong>g lessons she is w<strong>it</strong>h him, follow<strong>in</strong>g him everywhere<br />
and accompany<strong>in</strong>g him at all times. Super fun and cute to watch. For<br />
more <strong>in</strong>formation about rid<strong>in</strong>g classes or Equ<strong>in</strong>e Therapy you can call<br />
787-486-9168 or 787-449-9922. L<br />
Scan this QRCode to watch a special report on<br />
Equ<strong>in</strong>e Therapy or acces this l<strong>in</strong>k:<br />
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DDnHJz6eas
LA CASA DEL FUTÓN<br />
SOFÁ CAMA<br />
AT THE TENNIS<br />
CENTER<br />
Open every day<br />
(except Tuesdays)<br />
8:30am-8:30pm*<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer Delivery<br />
For reservations or<br />
orders please call<br />
787.656.3020<br />
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*H<strong>our</strong>s & days could change due<br />
to changes <strong>in</strong> the Executive Order<br />
Carretera 176, Km 6.5, Cupey Alto, SJ, PR (entrando por<br />
Barbara Ann Academy, cerca de Los Paseos)<br />
(787) 760-8325 • 370-7732
outdoors / <strong>in</strong>doors<br />
Open!<br />
<strong>in</strong>doors<br />
day or night<br />
outdoors<br />
For reservations or take out 787.850.3838<br />
Due to changes <strong>in</strong> the Excecutive Order<br />
Tapas<br />
check <strong>our</strong> facebook page for days & h<strong>our</strong>s.<br />
Chez Daniel<br />
Terrace<br />
AT THE BEACH CLUB<br />
Tapas Bar & Restaurant<br />
Open to the general public<br />
PAC Members 15% discount<br />
on food & beverage.<br />
Candelero Drive,<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar<br />
For pick up Orders or reservations call 787-656-3005<br />
Due to changes <strong>in</strong> the Excecutive Order check <strong>our</strong> facebook page for days & h<strong>our</strong>s.
PAC<br />
better<br />
and stronger<br />
be part <strong>of</strong> the fun!<br />
New trucks & prist<strong>in</strong>e c<strong>our</strong>ses<br />
New Volleyball at the Beach C<strong>our</strong>t<br />
New tennis wall<br />
Pickleball is hot! 6 <strong>new</strong> Pickleball c<strong>our</strong>ts have been <strong>in</strong>augurated<br />
Jacuzzi be<strong>in</strong>g re<strong>new</strong>ed<br />
by Lissette Rosado<br />
New bathrooms at the Tennis Center<br />
the pickelball fans...<br />
We have to be proud <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>our</strong> Club leaders, they’ve<br />
been work<strong>in</strong>g hard on re<strong>in</strong>vent<strong>in</strong>g<br />
what a club should<br />
be and look<strong>in</strong>g on ways to<br />
add value to <strong>our</strong> membership.<br />
And... they are succeed<strong>in</strong>g!!<br />
You can feel <strong>it</strong><br />
everywhere, at the tennis<br />
c<strong>our</strong>t, at the golf c<strong>our</strong>se, at<br />
Beach Club, <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> restaurants<br />
etc. The enthusiasm<br />
among the members is evident.<br />
It’s been a year <strong>of</strong> many<br />
challenges, but w<strong>it</strong>h challenges<br />
comes <strong>new</strong> opportun<strong>it</strong>ies.<br />
The Covid attracted<br />
to <strong>Palmas</strong> many <strong>new</strong><br />
people and also brought<br />
many weekenders to appreciate<br />
and value <strong>our</strong><br />
qual<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> life more. In<br />
2020, PAC grew <strong>in</strong> membership<br />
and <strong>in</strong>vestment<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>new</strong> projects that will<br />
eventually br<strong>in</strong>g more revenues.<br />
THE BEACH CLUB<br />
Our Club is <strong>in</strong>vested<br />
<strong>in</strong> remodel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> Beach<br />
Club Pool and equipment<br />
and even operat<strong>in</strong>g under<br />
regulated usage. They are<br />
always work<strong>in</strong>g on <strong>of</strong>fer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
the same membership experience.<br />
ON GOLF, we acquired<br />
<strong>new</strong> ma<strong>in</strong>tenance equipment<br />
to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> golf<br />
c<strong>our</strong>ses <strong>in</strong> a better shape<br />
and keep improv<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
cond<strong>it</strong>ions <strong>of</strong> them. Lights<br />
have also been <strong>in</strong>stalled <strong>in</strong><br />
the driv<strong>in</strong>g range and <strong>it</strong>s<br />
open<strong>in</strong>g Thursday night for<br />
PAC Members..<br />
TENNIS is the area w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
the most growth <strong>in</strong> the<br />
last couple <strong>of</strong> months. The<br />
open<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> Volea br<strong>in</strong>gs a<br />
<strong>new</strong> vibe and members are<br />
start<strong>in</strong>g to feel like they<br />
were before Hurricane Maria.<br />
C<strong>our</strong>t usage and cl<strong>in</strong>ics<br />
are gett<strong>in</strong>g busier every<br />
afternoon. We build 6 <strong>new</strong><br />
Pickleball c<strong>our</strong>ts, a practice<br />
wall and resurface c<strong>our</strong>ts<br />
so <strong>our</strong> members could enjoy<br />
even more <strong>our</strong> Tennis<br />
Area..<br />
All <strong>of</strong> this and more is still<br />
to come. PAC board has<br />
many projects on the l<strong>in</strong>e<br />
to keep mak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> club<br />
experience like no other.<br />
PAC members has acquired<br />
a strong feel<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>of</strong> belong<strong>in</strong>g.... we are a<br />
proud members <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong><br />
Club! L<br />
C<strong>our</strong>ts 11, 12, <strong>13</strong>, 14 are be<strong>in</strong>g restored and pa<strong>in</strong>ted<br />
Lights are be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>stalled at the Driv<strong>in</strong>g Range<br />
The <strong>new</strong> restarant at the Tennis Center...<br />
Volea Bar & Grill, a big success!
Floristeria<br />
Cala<br />
TINTS for...<br />
• cars • boats • home • bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />
• shampoo for cars & houses<br />
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Convenience Store, groceries and much more<br />
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Our Junior Program<br />
players are gett<strong>in</strong>g ready<br />
By Luis Flores<br />
Philly<br />
cheesesteak:<br />
pimiento,<br />
cebolla<br />
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suizo.<br />
Premium Roast Beef<br />
and Muenster<br />
Pastrami: queso suizo<br />
Tripleta: pastrami,<br />
jamon, honey ham,<br />
queso suizo.<br />
Pancakes: nutella,<br />
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Cubano: pernil, honey<br />
ham, queso suizo,<br />
mostaza y pep<strong>in</strong>illo<br />
Cheeseburger con papas fr<strong>it</strong>as: lechuga<br />
tomate, cebolla, pep<strong>in</strong>illo,<br />
mayonesa, ketchup y mostaza.<br />
Pancakes:<br />
con Nutella,<br />
whipcream y<br />
frutas<br />
Hello everyone, my name is Luis Flores, Junior Tennis Coach and <strong>Live</strong> and<br />
Life tennis correspondent. Every day players<br />
ask me; how do I play tennis? Why is <strong>it</strong><br />
so hard to play tennis? Why am I miss<strong>in</strong>g this<br />
shot? Why do I have to run so much? It’s easy,<br />
just aim to h<strong>it</strong> the ball over the net, w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> the<br />
marg<strong>in</strong>s <strong>of</strong> the c<strong>our</strong>t and see if y<strong>our</strong> opponent<br />
misses <strong>it</strong>. Wow is <strong>it</strong> that easy? absolutely. Tennis<br />
is a sport that was <strong>in</strong>vented to have fun<br />
doesn’t matter if you w<strong>in</strong> or lose, <strong>it</strong> provides us<br />
the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to feel pleasure by sweet<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
mov<strong>in</strong>g around the c<strong>our</strong>t, stay<strong>in</strong>g “<strong>in</strong> Shape”,<br />
compete and most importantly to meet <strong>new</strong><br />
friends. This past weeks <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar’s<br />
Tennis Center, <strong>our</strong> Junior Program players are<br />
gett<strong>in</strong>g ready for this season <strong>of</strong> t<strong>our</strong>naments,<br />
players like Mar<strong>in</strong>a Muñiz Sanchez, a 12-yearold<br />
outstand<strong>in</strong>g tennis player, has proven her<br />
comm<strong>it</strong>ment on becom<strong>in</strong>g a future tennis star<br />
here and outside <strong>Palmas</strong>. Coach Manuel Julbe,<br />
Junior program Tennis Director,<br />
and I are very proud <strong>of</strong> all <strong>our</strong> players, and<br />
honored to be part <strong>of</strong> y<strong>our</strong> tennis j<strong>our</strong>ney this is just the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>of</strong> a wonderful one <strong>in</strong> a life time experience, don’t give up! In <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
Del Mar’s Tennis Center, we <strong>of</strong>fer group cl<strong>in</strong>ics for all ages and<br />
levels, contact the PAC tennis center for updates and times to book<br />
y<strong>our</strong> lesson whenever you want, as well as Member Cl<strong>in</strong>ics Saturday<br />
Morn<strong>in</strong>gs from 9-11am, which provides members the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to<br />
enjoy this wonderful sport at <strong>it</strong>s best. By do<strong>in</strong>g drills w<strong>it</strong>h the guidance<br />
<strong>of</strong> outstand<strong>in</strong>g team <strong>of</strong> coaches. See you there!<br />
Have a Wonderful year and may God Bless you! L<br />
Jamón, queso y huevo<br />
Media noche: pernil, honey ham,<br />
queso suizo, mostaza y pep<strong>in</strong>illo.<br />
Waffle: nutella,<br />
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Beefsteak: queso suizo<br />
Pavo asado, queso<br />
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PRESIDENT SAYS!<br />
Well done, keep <strong>it</strong> up!<br />
I have realized that the measures<br />
we have been tak<strong>in</strong>g this past year,<br />
though difficult to practice and to<br />
enforce, have allowed <strong>our</strong> Island<br />
and <strong>our</strong> Commun<strong>it</strong>y to have a lower<br />
COVID-19 fatal<strong>it</strong>y rate than many<br />
other countries and commun<strong>it</strong>ies.<br />
We can talk about resiliency, how to<br />
take care <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong>selves and <strong>of</strong> others<br />
and how to teach younger generations<br />
to do what is right to avoid a<br />
life threaten<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>fection and how to<br />
use the technology to keep meet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> friends and <strong>our</strong> family. There have been<br />
challenges we never anticipated; however, we are<br />
better now than what we were a year ago. GOOD<br />
FOR US, <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar and GOOD FOR US Puerto<br />
Rico.<br />
This is my last message as PHA President and I<br />
have been th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g about all the plans for activ<strong>it</strong>ies<br />
that could not take place due to the pandemic.<br />
Nevertheless, <strong>it</strong> has been an honor for me to work<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h a great team <strong>of</strong> neighbors, collaborators and<br />
now friends. It has been a very challeng<strong>in</strong>g year<br />
as we have had to cont<strong>in</strong>ue to live w<strong>it</strong>h COVID-19,<br />
learn<strong>in</strong>g about the virus, the disease <strong>it</strong> causes and<br />
how this has affected every aspect <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> lives.<br />
Now we know about <strong>new</strong> variations that cont<strong>in</strong>ue<br />
to impede <strong>our</strong> return to the life we all want. In<br />
add<strong>it</strong>ion, there are <strong>new</strong> mutations that we cannot<br />
ignore. Many <strong>of</strong> us have undergone vacc<strong>in</strong>ation<br />
and that is good; however, we cannot lower <strong>our</strong><br />
guard as the <strong>new</strong> mutations appear to be more<br />
contagious than the ones used to make those<br />
vacc<strong>in</strong>es and more will develop. Please get vacc<strong>in</strong>ated<br />
for COVID-19. The vacc<strong>in</strong>es were approved<br />
for emergency use after more than 70,000 people<br />
were vacc<strong>in</strong>ated and, although some <strong>of</strong> them contracted<br />
the virus, none <strong>of</strong> them died from <strong>it</strong>. They<br />
can save lives and make the commun<strong>it</strong>y safer.<br />
It is time to trans<strong>it</strong>ion and plan to keep <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar as<br />
one <strong>of</strong> the safest, most comfortable and peaceful places to<br />
live <strong>in</strong> Puerto Rico. Now, more than a year ago, I am conv<strong>in</strong>ced<br />
we need to be proactive <strong>in</strong> plann<strong>in</strong>g for disasters. Preparedness<br />
is key to <strong>our</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y and will m<strong>in</strong>imize the impact <strong>of</strong><br />
unforeseen events such as water shortages as water is one<br />
<strong>of</strong> the most important elements for commun<strong>it</strong>ies to ensure<br />
survival and development. After the outage that took planec<br />
on February 18th,, as many <strong>of</strong> you know, I requested an<br />
emergency meet<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h the PDMU Board which tookplace<br />
on March 2, <strong>2021</strong>. The PHA Executive Comm<strong>it</strong>tee, and some<br />
<strong>of</strong> the PDMU Board Members started a dialogue to discuss<br />
and understand the actual cond<strong>it</strong>ions related to supply and<br />
demand for water, possible collaboration to improve plann<strong>in</strong>g<br />
for water shortages and opportun<strong>it</strong>ies to improve <strong>our</strong> <strong>in</strong>frastructure<br />
and plann<strong>in</strong>g for future. These meet<strong>in</strong>gs will cont<strong>in</strong>ue,<br />
as there is work to be done. I suggest you attend both<br />
the <strong>Palmas</strong> Homeowners Association (PHA) via Zoom and the<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar Util<strong>it</strong>ies Inc. (PDMU) annual meet<strong>in</strong>gs so we<br />
can all be well aware <strong>of</strong> the s<strong>it</strong>uation and future expectations,<br />
plans and possibil<strong>it</strong>ies. As an active and un<strong>it</strong>ed commun<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
work<strong>in</strong>g together we will be even better <strong>in</strong> the future.<br />
Sandra Gracia-López<br />
President<br />
GENERAL COMMNITY RULES AND GUIDANCE<br />
Real estate activ<strong>it</strong>y at <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar has been <strong>in</strong>tense<br />
and very productive for the last few <strong>years</strong>. In both 2019<br />
and 2020, more than 200 properties were sold for each<br />
<strong>of</strong> those <strong>years</strong>. This tendency cont<strong>in</strong>ues <strong>in</strong> <strong>2021</strong>. S<strong>in</strong>ce<br />
we have a significant number <strong>of</strong> <strong>new</strong> owners <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> Commun<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
<strong>it</strong> is important that we re<strong>in</strong>force the educational<br />
processes related to coexistence, as established <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong><br />
Restrictive Covenants and the arch<strong>it</strong>ectural and aesthetic<br />
standards governed by the PHA-ARB Guidel<strong>in</strong>es. Also,<br />
this <strong>in</strong>formation should serve as a refresher for long time<br />
homeowners.<br />
W<strong>it</strong>h the objective <strong>of</strong> <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g the values <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong><br />
properties and ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a safe, elegant and pleasant<br />
environment for <strong>our</strong> residents and vis<strong>it</strong>ors, some <strong>of</strong> the<br />
aspects related to the use and enjoyment <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> properties<br />
and <strong>our</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y that we must emphasize are the<br />
follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
1. Each Owner shall ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> his or her Residential or<br />
Commercial property <strong>in</strong> a manner consistent w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
the Commun<strong>it</strong>y-Wide Standards.<br />
2. No nuisances shall be allowed on the Properties<br />
nor shall any use or practice be allowed which is a<br />
s<strong>our</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> annoyance to residents or which <strong>in</strong>terferes<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h the peaceful possession and proper use <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Properties by the owners and residents.<br />
3. No improper, <strong>of</strong>fensive, or unlawful use shall be<br />
made <strong>of</strong> the Properties.<br />
4. All dogs and cats must be properly<br />
tagged for identification purposes<br />
and leashed or carried by hand and<br />
shall not be perm<strong>it</strong>ted to run loose.<br />
Their Owners shall be responsible<br />
for clean<strong>in</strong>g-up after their pets.<br />
Only common domestic pets authorized<br />
by current law shall be<br />
perm<strong>it</strong>ted. No pet may be kept,<br />
bred, or ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>ed for any commercial<br />
purpose whatsoever or<br />
become a nuisance or annoyance<br />
to other owners.<br />
5. No skateboards, f<strong>our</strong>-tracks (other than secur<strong>it</strong>y),<br />
motorcycles or scooters will be allowed <strong>in</strong> the golf<br />
cart paths, green areas, the mar<strong>it</strong>ime zone or <strong>in</strong><br />
any common areas controlled by PHA. Golf Carts,<br />
Skateboards, F<strong>our</strong> Tracks, and any other unlicensed<br />
vehicle is not be allowed <strong>in</strong> the streets <strong>of</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
del Mar.<br />
6. No resident shall post a sign, advertisement, or<br />
poster <strong>of</strong> any k<strong>in</strong>d <strong>in</strong> or on the covered Properties,<br />
specifically <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g, but not lim<strong>it</strong>ed to, “Open<br />
House”, “For Sale” and “For Rent” signs <strong>of</strong> any<br />
type, w<strong>it</strong>hout prior wr<strong>it</strong>ten approval <strong>of</strong> PHA.<br />
7. No garment, rugs, or other <strong>it</strong>ems <strong>of</strong> any type visible<br />
to other parties shall be hung from any portion <strong>of</strong><br />
the Properties.<br />
8. No person shall park any vehicle <strong>in</strong> any location except<br />
such locations designated for the park<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong><br />
vehicles and such vehicles will not <strong>in</strong>terfere or <strong>in</strong>vade<br />
the right <strong>of</strong> way. No park<strong>in</strong>g is perm<strong>it</strong>ted on<br />
roadways, landscaped, or grassed areas w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> the<br />
Properties.<br />
9. No repair <strong>of</strong> motor vehicles shall be<br />
made on any <strong>of</strong> the roadways, driveways, landscaped,<br />
grassed or park<strong>in</strong>g areas <strong>of</strong> the covered<br />
Properties except <strong>in</strong> emergencies. Nor shall<br />
any areas w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> the Development, unless<br />
designated for such use, be used for storage<br />
or park<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> any boat, boat trailer, trailer,<br />
camper, truck, or commercial vehicle.
Is important that the above <strong>in</strong>formation be strictly expla<strong>in</strong>ed<br />
to guests, vis<strong>it</strong>ors and enforced by owners to<br />
short-term and long-term renters <strong>of</strong> properties. Regard<strong>in</strong>g<br />
the PHA-ARB Arch<strong>it</strong>ectural Guidel<strong>in</strong>es is important to<br />
remember the follow<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
1. No owner shall make any exterior alteration, decoration,<br />
repair replacement, nor place any screens,<br />
jealousies or other enclosures on patios or other<br />
parts <strong>of</strong> a Family Dwell<strong>in</strong>g Un<strong>it</strong> except <strong>in</strong> accordance<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h the PHA Covenants and the PHA-ARB<br />
Design Guidel<strong>in</strong>es.<br />
2. The PHA-ARB Design and Development Guidel<strong>in</strong>es<br />
and Application and Review Procedures are<br />
b<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g upon all persons who at any time construct,<br />
reconstruct, ref<strong>in</strong>ish, alter, ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> any improvement<br />
upon the property w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar, or<br />
make any change <strong>in</strong> the natural or exist<strong>in</strong>g surface,<br />
dra<strong>in</strong>age, or plant life there<strong>of</strong>.<br />
To assist <strong>in</strong> comply<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h these directives, the PHA-<br />
ARB Design Guidel<strong>in</strong>es have been prepared to help<br />
homeowners, designers, and builders to understand<br />
and become active participants <strong>in</strong> the design process, to<br />
ensure long-term commun<strong>it</strong>y qual<strong>it</strong>y and elegance. The<br />
<strong>in</strong>tent is to coord<strong>in</strong>ate the arch<strong>it</strong>ectural divers<strong>it</strong>y while<br />
creat<strong>in</strong>g and <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g blend <strong>of</strong> homes that follows the<br />
Med<strong>it</strong>erranean Character <strong>of</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar and enhance<br />
the natural environment around us. Some important aspects<br />
to remember are:<br />
1. Any New Constructions and any Exterior Modifications<br />
and Add<strong>it</strong>ions to Exist<strong>in</strong>g Structures require<br />
prior endorsement <strong>of</strong> Neighborhood Association<br />
and/or Regime Association and the PHA-<br />
ARB f<strong>in</strong>al endorsement. For swimm<strong>in</strong>g pools<br />
construction or any other project that affect the<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y’s sewer system, is also required the<br />
PDMU’s evaluation and endorsement prior to the<br />
evaluation <strong>of</strong> the PHA-ARB.<br />
COMMUNITY-WIDE<br />
STANDARDS<br />
The <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar Homeowners Association (PHA)<br />
Deed <strong>of</strong> Restrictive Covenants, which apply to every<br />
property w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> the commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar, requires<br />
that every owner ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>s <strong>it</strong>s property, dwell<strong>in</strong>g<br />
un<strong>it</strong>, residential lot, commercial un<strong>it</strong> or commercial lot<br />
<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g landscap<strong>in</strong>g and improvements <strong>in</strong> a manner<br />
consistent w<strong>it</strong>h the commun<strong>it</strong>y-wide standards and all<br />
2. After receiv<strong>in</strong>g the PHA-ARB endorsement, construction<br />
projects should be subm<strong>it</strong>ted to the Municipal<strong>it</strong>y<br />
<strong>of</strong> Humacao Perm<strong>it</strong> Office thru the OGPe<br />
web-based system.<br />
3. Some <strong>of</strong> the Exterior Modifications that are required<br />
to be endorsed by the PHA-ARB <strong>in</strong>cludes:<br />
a. Change <strong>of</strong> Color Scheme<br />
b. Installation <strong>of</strong> Solar Panels<br />
c. Installation <strong>of</strong> Satell<strong>it</strong>e Dishes & Antennas<br />
d. Installation <strong>of</strong> Air Cond<strong>it</strong>ion<strong>in</strong>g & Heat<strong>in</strong>g Un<strong>it</strong>s<br />
e. Installation <strong>of</strong> Power Backup Generators<br />
f. Installation <strong>of</strong> Awn<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation regard<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> Restrictive Covenants,<br />
you should access www.palmaspha.org. For the<br />
PHA-ARB Arch<strong>it</strong>ectural Design Guidel<strong>in</strong>es and other important<br />
forms and documents, please access https://app.<br />
box.com/v/arb.<br />
As homeowners and residents y<strong>our</strong> cooperation is extremely<br />
important to preserve the arch<strong>it</strong>ectural character,<br />
appropriate use and prestige that dist<strong>in</strong>guishes <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
del Mar as an exclusive commun<strong>it</strong>y. Let us work together<br />
to protect and preserve the Nature, the elegance, <strong>our</strong><br />
extraord<strong>in</strong>ary lifestyle, and the arch<strong>it</strong>ectural uniqueness<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> Commun<strong>it</strong>y!<br />
applicable laws, covenants, arch<strong>it</strong>ectural guidel<strong>in</strong>es,<br />
use perm<strong>it</strong>s, rules and regulations. Failure to comply<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h such requirements may result <strong>in</strong> f<strong>in</strong>es imposed by<br />
PHA. Add<strong>it</strong>ionally, the Restrictive Covenants stipulate<br />
that owners are liable for any PHA expense related to<br />
any ma<strong>in</strong>tenance, repair, or replacement rendered necessary<br />
by his act, neglect or carelessness or by the negligence<br />
<strong>of</strong> any member <strong>of</strong> his family, guests, employees,<br />
agents or lessees.<br />
As authorized by the PHA Covenants, PHA imposes<br />
f<strong>in</strong>es for violations <strong>of</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y-wide standards and<br />
restrictions. F<strong>in</strong>es range from $200 to $2,000 depend<strong>in</strong>g<br />
on the type <strong>of</strong> violation, lack <strong>of</strong> response to previous<br />
notifications <strong>of</strong> violations or f<strong>in</strong>es and frequency<br />
<strong>of</strong> violation. Violations <strong>in</strong>clude, among others, unkept<br />
or lack <strong>of</strong> ma<strong>in</strong>tenance to patios or lots, lack <strong>of</strong> property<br />
ma<strong>in</strong>tenance as evidenced by uncontrolled growth<br />
Do You have Tenants?<br />
or Rent y<strong>our</strong> Property Short Term?<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> family dwell<strong>in</strong>gs or a commercial<br />
property at <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar is<br />
governed not only by law, but also more<br />
importantly, by the provisions <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Deed <strong>of</strong> Restrictive Covenants and the<br />
rules and regulations <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Palmas</strong> del<br />
Mar Homeowners Association (PHA).<br />
These covenants, rules and regulations<br />
have the force <strong>of</strong> law and shall be observed<br />
by property owners, members <strong>of</strong><br />
their household, guest, <strong>in</strong>v<strong>it</strong>ees, tenants<br />
and employees. Failure to comply w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y-wide standards and restrictions<br />
by an owner or any other user <strong>of</strong><br />
his property may be grounds for immediate<br />
action by PHA. Actions that may<br />
be taker <strong>in</strong>clude the impos<strong>it</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> f<strong>in</strong>es,<br />
recovery <strong>of</strong> damages to common and<br />
private property, <strong>in</strong>junctive relief and legal<br />
action. S<strong>in</strong>ce the property owners are<br />
ultimately responsible for the users <strong>of</strong><br />
their property, guests, family members,<br />
employees, etcetera, any result<strong>in</strong>g f<strong>in</strong>e<br />
or action is usually levied aga<strong>in</strong>st their<br />
property account registered at PHA. It<br />
is important to note that, as established<br />
<strong>in</strong> the Covenants, dur<strong>in</strong>g any legal action<br />
stemm<strong>in</strong>g for non-compliance, property<br />
owners are also fully responsible for all l<strong>it</strong>igation<br />
costs and attorney fees stemm<strong>in</strong>g<br />
from such an action.<br />
Recently, we have noticed a series <strong>of</strong><br />
violations to the <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar restric-<br />
tions by certa<strong>in</strong> short-term renters and<br />
bus<strong>in</strong>ess establishments. Violations <strong>in</strong>clude,<br />
among others, mak<strong>in</strong>g excessive<br />
noise and <strong>in</strong>appropriate use <strong>of</strong> properties<br />
becom<strong>in</strong>g a nuisance to other neighbors<br />
and <strong>in</strong>terfer<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h their peace and<br />
tranquil<strong>it</strong>y. As a result, f<strong>in</strong>es rang<strong>in</strong>g from<br />
$200 t0 $2,000 have been imposed to the<br />
owners <strong>of</strong> properties <strong>in</strong>curr<strong>in</strong>g or allow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
such violations to occur. Add<strong>it</strong>ionally,<br />
<strong>in</strong> some cases, formal compla<strong>in</strong>ts have<br />
been filed w<strong>it</strong>h the appropriate perm<strong>it</strong>s<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice or government regulatory agencies.<br />
Often, violations stem from lack <strong>of</strong><br />
knowledge about commun<strong>it</strong>y restrictions<br />
and standards.<br />
Please help us keep <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar<br />
as the dream commun<strong>it</strong>y we all deserve.<br />
Make sure every user <strong>of</strong> y<strong>our</strong> property is<br />
fully aware and complies w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> restrictions,<br />
rules and commun<strong>it</strong>y wide standards.<br />
<strong>of</strong> vegetation, <strong>in</strong>appropriate disposal <strong>of</strong> waste material,<br />
unauthorized location <strong>of</strong> trashcans, dilapidated<br />
pa<strong>in</strong>t, cracked walls and broken w<strong>in</strong>dows, obstruction<br />
<strong>of</strong> dra<strong>in</strong>age, <strong>in</strong>appropriate use <strong>of</strong> property which becomes<br />
a s<strong>our</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> annoyance or <strong>in</strong>terferes w<strong>it</strong>h the<br />
use <strong>of</strong> other properties, violation <strong>of</strong> use perm<strong>it</strong>, laws,<br />
restrictions and or applicable covenants, etcetera.<br />
PHA and the Arch<strong>it</strong>ectural Review Board (ARB) Inspectors<br />
<strong>in</strong>spect and report violations.<br />
Please take note and help us keep <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar<br />
as the best commun<strong>it</strong>y resort <strong>in</strong> Puerto Rico and as<br />
the dream commun<strong>it</strong>y we all seek and deserve. Y<strong>our</strong><br />
qual<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> life and the value <strong>of</strong> y<strong>our</strong> property depends<br />
on everyone’s support and compliance w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y-wide<br />
standards.<br />
Proper<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> Dog<br />
Waste<br />
Stations<br />
Several dog waste<br />
collection stations<br />
have been strategically<br />
placed throughout the<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
del mar <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g beach<br />
ares. This is a most welcomed<br />
program; however,<br />
we have noticed that,<br />
particularly along the<br />
beach, people are mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong>appropriate use <strong>of</strong><br />
the stations. The conta<strong>in</strong>ers<br />
at these stations<br />
are small and specifically<br />
designed for dog waste<br />
or excrement, however,<br />
people are fill<strong>in</strong>g them<br />
to depos<strong>it</strong> regular trash<br />
thus defeat<strong>in</strong>g the program.<br />
Please help by not<br />
deps<strong>it</strong><strong>in</strong>g regular trash<br />
such as cans, bags, cups,<br />
etcetera, at the dog<br />
waste stations. There<br />
are plenty <strong>of</strong> trash barrels<br />
along the beach and<br />
plenty <strong>of</strong> trash receptacles<br />
along the golf cart<br />
paths. Let’s get on w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
the program and do <strong>it</strong><br />
right!
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Custom van<strong>it</strong>y cab<strong>in</strong>et for storage specifications<br />
Wet area (shower and free-stand<strong>in</strong>g tub)<br />
The Bathroom is the place we go to relax, rejuvenate and get ready for a <strong>new</strong> day<br />
or for a good night’s sleep. A good bathroom calls for a comb<strong>in</strong>ation <strong>of</strong> high-tech<br />
functional<strong>it</strong>y, home comfort and strong design. Cleanl<strong>in</strong>ess and clar<strong>it</strong>y are a very<br />
important consideration <strong>in</strong> the design as well.
Maria Del Valle, Interior Designer<br />
How do we get to all that?<br />
I start my design w<strong>it</strong>h the<br />
needs <strong>of</strong> my clients <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d.<br />
Location is everyth<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Location is everyth<strong>in</strong>g. The placement<br />
<strong>of</strong> the shower, toilet, bidet, van<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
light<strong>in</strong>g and storage is v<strong>it</strong>al. When<br />
design<strong>in</strong>g a bathroom, you can layout<br />
three areas:<br />
• Toilet and bidet area<br />
• Wet area<br />
(freestand<strong>in</strong>g tub and a shower)<br />
• Van<strong>it</strong>y area<br />
(double or s<strong>in</strong>gle van<strong>it</strong>y)<br />
After draw<strong>in</strong>g a floor plan w<strong>it</strong>h all<br />
the requirements, we then proceed<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h choos<strong>in</strong>g the materials for the<br />
project.<br />
There are various great materials<br />
that can be used <strong>in</strong> a bathroom.<br />
The comb<strong>in</strong>ation <strong>of</strong> organic materials,<br />
textures, metals and wood (i.e.,<br />
tile-im<strong>it</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g wood) are <strong>of</strong>ten used<br />
to create a modern look. Big format<br />
tiles are the trend now, but tiles on<br />
the shower floor can’t be a sleeper.<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> mosaics is still <strong>in</strong> the market<br />
as well as us<strong>in</strong>g the same tile <strong>of</strong><br />
the floor but <strong>in</strong> smaller pieces.<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> marble and travert<strong>in</strong>e<br />
<strong>in</strong> walls, floors and wet area is a way<br />
to create a sophisticated look <strong>in</strong> any<br />
bathroom.<br />
There are varieties <strong>of</strong> toilets that <strong>in</strong>corporate<br />
a bidet; smart bidets, and<br />
therefore can save the client more<br />
space <strong>in</strong> the bathroom. These you<br />
can f<strong>in</strong>d them <strong>in</strong> EST K<strong>it</strong>chen & Bath<br />
by the brand Toto. For Wet Areas, <strong>in</strong>stead<br />
<strong>of</strong> us<strong>in</strong>g a trad<strong>it</strong>ional tub, you<br />
can use the Freestand<strong>in</strong>g tub, which<br />
is a shower bedside an area that you<br />
can enclose w<strong>it</strong>h glass doors. Add<strong>it</strong>ionally,<br />
you can <strong>in</strong>clude a niche w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong><br />
the shower wall that can hold the<br />
bottles and soap and this way make<br />
<strong>it</strong> tidier.<br />
I like van<strong>it</strong>ies to be custom-made.<br />
This way I can satisfy and maximize<br />
the space the client needs. Us<strong>in</strong>g under-mounted,<br />
over-mounted or even<br />
decorative bowls for the bathroom<br />
s<strong>in</strong>k is a great way to make a statement.<br />
For the countertop is better<br />
to use Quartz or a solid surface for<br />
better ma<strong>in</strong>tenance and cleanl<strong>in</strong>ess.<br />
Nowadays, mirrors w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
light<strong>in</strong>g are com<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> different sizes<br />
and shapes. For light<strong>in</strong>g, I recommend<br />
recessed light<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h a fascia<br />
not bigger than 4” down you can accommodate<br />
the recessed lights or a<br />
pendant <strong>in</strong> a specific area. By add<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a dimmer, you are able to control the<br />
brightness <strong>of</strong> the light; the bulbs <strong>of</strong><br />
LED fixtures <strong>in</strong> a bathroom are rec-<br />
ommended to be as wh<strong>it</strong>e as possible;<br />
almost like daylight. On the other<br />
hand, bulbs <strong>in</strong> a “s<strong>of</strong>t-wh<strong>it</strong>e” range<br />
<strong>of</strong> 2700K-3000K are recommended<br />
for general bathroom use and for<br />
makeup application <strong>in</strong> particular.<br />
Small & great<br />
A small bathroom is not a lim<strong>it</strong>ation…<br />
the key is efficiency, us<strong>in</strong>g every <strong>in</strong>ch<br />
<strong>of</strong> space to create someth<strong>in</strong>g that feels<br />
spacious no matter the dimension<br />
And remember, the bathroom is<br />
the place where you set the tone for<br />
y<strong>our</strong> day while you prepare and pamper<br />
y<strong>our</strong>self, and where you ease<br />
y<strong>our</strong> way <strong>in</strong>to the night.
Some trends are<br />
to stay and some<br />
fade over time.<br />
When redesign<strong>in</strong>g or<br />
renovat<strong>in</strong>g a bathroom,<br />
consider all bathroom<br />
design trends carefully and<br />
consider all y<strong>our</strong> options…<br />
an <strong>in</strong>terior designer can<br />
help you make the<br />
right decision.<br />
BEFORE<br />
AFTER
Bath vs Shower?<br />
How to have the best <strong>of</strong> both worlds<br />
We all want the best <strong>of</strong> both worlds.<br />
A gorgeous bath to soak <strong>in</strong><br />
after a long day and a shower to<br />
quickly hop <strong>in</strong> and out <strong>of</strong> when time<br />
is <strong>of</strong> the essence. Well now, you really<br />
can have <strong>it</strong> all.<br />
A freestand<strong>in</strong>g bath creates an opulent<br />
atmosphere, rem<strong>in</strong>iscent <strong>of</strong> boutique<br />
hotels, and makes bath<strong>in</strong>g a luxury.<br />
Choos<strong>in</strong>g a freestand<strong>in</strong>g bath,<br />
you really need to consider both<br />
the size <strong>of</strong> y<strong>our</strong> bathroom<br />
and the look you want<br />
There are various great materials that can be<br />
used <strong>in</strong> a bathroom. The comb<strong>in</strong>ation <strong>of</strong> organic<br />
materials, textures, metals and wood<br />
(i.e., tile-im<strong>it</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g wood) are <strong>of</strong>ten used<br />
to create a modern look.<br />
Photos by MADERAS 3C<br />
Photos by MADERAS 3C
trenDs<br />
Black accessories<br />
Black-framed screens and black accessories<br />
br<strong>in</strong>g an element <strong>of</strong> high style to any<br />
bathroom and have become a beautiful<br />
arch<strong>it</strong>ectural feature that make a bathroom<br />
look super bespoke.’<br />
After all the stress that the pandemic brought,<br />
creat<strong>in</strong>g spa-like seren<strong>it</strong>y at home has never<br />
been more important. Statement baths are<br />
key w<strong>it</strong>h the focus on clean l<strong>in</strong>es, sculptural<br />
shapes and aesthetically pleas<strong>in</strong>g design.<br />
Dimmers are a<br />
hugely popular bathroom<br />
trend right now.<br />
Toto toilets<br />
are very efficient <strong>in</strong> flush<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and use less water. So, if you want a toilet<br />
that will help you to cut down on y<strong>our</strong><br />
water bill and clear solid waste efficiently,<br />
then Toto is the best choice.<br />
One-piece Toto toilets have a smooth,<br />
appeal<strong>in</strong>g aesthetic that looks clean<br />
and functional. These toilets are shorter<br />
and take up less space but are usually<br />
more expensive than their two-piece<br />
counterparts. Two-piece Toto toilets have<br />
a separate tank and bowl. ... Round Toto<br />
toilets are the standard bowl style.<br />
Photos by IMPEC<br />
Photos by EST KITCHEN & BATH
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burners are <strong>in</strong>stalled w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> the countertop. P<strong>it</strong>t cook<strong>in</strong>g<br />
concept arose from the lim<strong>it</strong>ations <strong>of</strong> the trad<strong>it</strong>ional<br />
cooktop, like never hav<strong>in</strong>g enough room to<br />
use all the burners at once. You can design y<strong>our</strong> own<br />
cook<strong>in</strong>g setup and choose y<strong>our</strong> ideal configurations<br />
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PITT cook<strong>in</strong>g y<strong>our</strong> k<strong>it</strong>chen will no longer do.<br />
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Rais<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> children is one <strong>of</strong> the most important projects<br />
<strong>in</strong> a parents’ life. More than provid<strong>in</strong>g a safe home,<br />
food and education, <strong>it</strong> is a process <strong>in</strong> which children are<br />
supported and guided so that they have all possible<br />
tools readily available to them to face the challenges<br />
they will endure <strong>in</strong> their lives. In the end, every parent<br />
wants their child to become their best self and, more importantly,<br />
be happy.<br />
The sense <strong>of</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
safety, and neighborly<br />
love and support that<br />
Palmeños have been<br />
able to build over the<br />
<strong>years</strong> has attracted many<br />
young parents who look<br />
for peace <strong>of</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d and<br />
secur<strong>it</strong>y while rais<strong>in</strong>g<br />
their kids.<br />
The time parents dedicate to rais<strong>in</strong>g children will help<br />
lay the foundations <strong>of</strong> their ident<strong>it</strong>y and will ensure that<br />
this human be<strong>in</strong>g will serve and represent <strong>our</strong> society.<br />
Although the more <strong>in</strong>tensive work is the parents’ responsibil<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
the commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>in</strong> which they are brought up,<br />
where they form relationships and spend their lives, plays<br />
a fundamental role <strong>in</strong> their upbr<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g. In order to thrive,<br />
children need to feel loved, accepted and protected.<br />
However, parents don’t have to do this alone. It is a jo<strong>in</strong>t<br />
venture between them, their extended family, the child’s<br />
school, and the commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>in</strong> which they live.<br />
The sense <strong>of</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y, safety, and neighborly love<br />
and support that Palmeños have been able to build over<br />
the <strong>years</strong> has attracted many young parents who look for<br />
peace <strong>of</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d and secur<strong>it</strong>y while rais<strong>in</strong>g their kids.<br />
We wanted to get to know and share <strong>our</strong> impressions<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h some <strong>of</strong> these parents who have chosen <strong>Palmas</strong> as<br />
the commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>in</strong> which they have brought up their children.<br />
In the <strong>in</strong>timacy <strong>of</strong> their home, Mariel Figueroa López,<br />
mom to n<strong>in</strong>e-year-old Julián, and Edmanuel Cosme told<br />
the story <strong>of</strong> how they made the important decision <strong>of</strong><br />
settl<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar so they could share the responsibil<strong>it</strong>y<br />
<strong>of</strong> rais<strong>in</strong>g their child, even after divorc<strong>in</strong>g a<br />
few <strong>years</strong> ago. Julián currently lives w<strong>it</strong>h his mom and her<br />
husband, Luis Guillermo Lebrón, who have been able to<br />
build a different but excellent relationship w<strong>it</strong>h Julián’s<br />
father, Edmanuel Cosme, by which they share all <strong>of</strong> the<br />
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The Maqueda Cordero clan<br />
parental responsibil<strong>it</strong>ies. This partnership has been crucial<br />
<strong>in</strong> help<strong>in</strong>g Julián navigate his relationships w<strong>it</strong>hout<br />
hav<strong>in</strong>g to choose sides. In this way, children are able to<br />
learn that love is not depleted just because <strong>it</strong> is also given<br />
to other people.<br />
Mariel and Edmanuel are not only partners <strong>in</strong> Julián’s<br />
upbr<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g (their most important jo<strong>in</strong>t venture), but they<br />
are also bus<strong>in</strong>ess partners. Both Mariel and Edmanuel,<br />
who have known <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar s<strong>in</strong>ce they were teenagers,<br />
highlighted what they believe are the most important<br />
attributes <strong>of</strong> this commun<strong>it</strong>y. They made the decision <strong>of</strong><br />
leav<strong>in</strong>g the Metro area to f<strong>in</strong>d a commun<strong>it</strong>y that <strong>of</strong>fers a<br />
warmer, calmer, safer environment that is also <strong>in</strong> harmony<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h nature. Edmanuel confessed: “<strong>it</strong> was very important<br />
for me to stay <strong>in</strong> the <strong>Palmas</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y. Tak<strong>in</strong>g Julián<br />
to his activ<strong>it</strong>ies effortlessly” and spend<strong>in</strong>g qual<strong>it</strong>y time<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h him will make a big difference <strong>in</strong> the next stages <strong>of</strong><br />
his life, which will <strong>in</strong>ev<strong>it</strong>ably go by very quickly. “Children<br />
grow up and fly. I have to enjoy <strong>it</strong> while I can and he’s still<br />
young. If I live far away from him, <strong>it</strong> becomes a lot more<br />
challeng<strong>in</strong>g”. Julián also feels like he belongs to a commun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
that supports and takes care <strong>of</strong> him, said Edmanuel.<br />
It is here that he feels protected by all his friends and<br />
neighbors. In Mariel’s case (as w<strong>it</strong>h the Flores family), her<br />
parents also live <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>, which allows Julián to have a<br />
closer relationship w<strong>it</strong>h his grandparents, another <strong>of</strong> the<br />
most important factors <strong>in</strong> a child’s upbr<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Meanwhile, the Registrar’s assistant <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> Academy,<br />
Maggie Cordero-Maqueda, remembered when she<br />
used to vis<strong>it</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> <strong>in</strong> the Summer. She always k<strong>new</strong> that<br />
she wanted to live <strong>in</strong> a place like <strong>Palmas</strong>, especially when<br />
she was ready to build a family and raise her children.<br />
In 1997, w<strong>it</strong>h her husband José Maqueda, Maggie decided<br />
to buy a property <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>. “The stress <strong>of</strong> life <strong>in</strong><br />
the Metro area is left beh<strong>in</strong>d and exchanged for peace<br />
and comfort”. Maggie highlighted that she particularly<br />
found comfort liv<strong>in</strong>g a residential complex that <strong>in</strong>cludes<br />
a school w<strong>it</strong>h high standards, like The <strong>Palmas</strong> Academy,<br />
which is also <strong>in</strong> conveniently located <strong>in</strong> their backyard.<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a school and a commun<strong>it</strong>y where students<br />
have many options and alternatives to develop more<br />
than the basic skills. The <strong>Palmas</strong> Academy also <strong>of</strong>fers a<br />
comprehensive after-school curriculum w<strong>it</strong>h the added<br />
benef<strong>it</strong> that children are taught along their neighbors,<br />
who go to the same school. In a lot <strong>of</strong> cases, their teachers<br />
are also their neighbors. After school, children can<br />
play tennis, go to the beach club, the skate park or the<br />
beach on their bikes, or golf carts, if they’re older, while<br />
their parents can trust that they will be protected, not<br />
only by <strong>Palmas</strong> Secur<strong>it</strong>y but also by the commun<strong>it</strong>y that<br />
knows them. Their f<strong>our</strong> children who have lived and studied<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> have had these extraord<strong>in</strong>ary opportun<strong>it</strong>ies,<br />
said Maggie.<br />
On this topic, Mariel Figueroa added that <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
Academy parents have constant communication, mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>it</strong> easy to address their preferences and concerns, and<br />
discuss important issues like extracurricular activ<strong>it</strong>ies.<br />
Furthermore, all parents have shared who has been safe<br />
dur<strong>in</strong>g COVID and, <strong>in</strong> the best way possible, that has<br />
made a difference <strong>in</strong> these tough times.<br />
In contrast, the Flores sisters, Dulce and Muñeca,<br />
have had a different experience. Their extended family<br />
has been the the driv<strong>in</strong>g force beh<strong>in</strong>d their decisions to<br />
settle <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>. Know<strong>in</strong>g that their family is close, gives<br />
them the comfort and peace to know that their children<br />
will also cont<strong>in</strong>ue to strengthen their l<strong>in</strong>ks to family.<br />
Dulce was the last member <strong>of</strong> the family to relocate<br />
to <strong>Palmas</strong>. She stated that, after her father’s pass<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
she made the decision to move w<strong>it</strong>h her husband Juan<br />
Ignacio Campiño. They, like many others, only came to<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> dur<strong>in</strong>g the weekends and for bus<strong>in</strong>ess purposes.<br />
“We made the decision after my dad died. I was depressed<br />
and wanted to be closer to my family; <strong>it</strong> was an<br />
emotional decision”, she said. However, after six <strong>years</strong>,<br />
Dulce and her husband have understood that <strong>it</strong> was the<br />
best decision. It has been “<strong>in</strong>credible to live <strong>in</strong> a commun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
where everyone shares and knows each other.”<br />
For Dulce, family is the most important th<strong>in</strong>g, and, at<br />
the same time, she cherishes that her children have the<br />
opportun<strong>it</strong>y to spend time and grow up close to their<br />
cous<strong>in</strong>s, who are about the same age. “It has also been<br />
amaz<strong>in</strong>g to be around people you know and be able to<br />
participate <strong>in</strong> many outdoor activ<strong>it</strong>ies w<strong>it</strong>hout the fear<br />
that is experienced <strong>in</strong> other parts <strong>of</strong> the Island. The fact<br />
that everyone here knows each other makes me feel safe<br />
and secure because I know that, if there is an unforeseen<br />
s<strong>it</strong>uation, I have friends and family around to help.”<br />
Meanwhile, her sister Muñeca, mentioned that one<br />
<strong>of</strong> the th<strong>in</strong>gs she enjoys the most about liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
is be<strong>in</strong>g able to participate <strong>in</strong> year-round activ<strong>it</strong>ies. She<br />
THE<br />
FLORES<br />
CLAN..<br />
The Flores, except for Francisco, all the sibl<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
plus their mother, (la abuela) live <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>.<br />
Muñeca Flores and her two sibl<strong>in</strong>gs,<br />
Luis Rivera Flores y Daniela Rivera Flores<br />
expla<strong>in</strong>ed that hav<strong>in</strong>g accessibil<strong>it</strong>y to diverse events<br />
and sports <strong>in</strong> the same place, w<strong>it</strong>hout hav<strong>in</strong>g to leave<br />
the commun<strong>it</strong>y, has been a godsend. “We all know each<br />
other and that helps us ensure that <strong>our</strong> children are well<br />
taken care <strong>of</strong>. The commun<strong>it</strong>y helps them feel like family”,<br />
the lawyer concluded.<br />
On the other hand, Sheila del Rosario Camacho<br />
González, has two children, Jorge Andrés, who’s 18 <strong>years</strong><br />
old, and Claudia Antonella, 15. She remembers that approximately<br />
19 <strong>years</strong> ago, she and her husband, José<br />
Flores (Muñeca and Dulce’s brother), bought a property<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar. However, she mentioned that she had<br />
been familiarized w<strong>it</strong>h the commun<strong>it</strong>y for longer than<br />
that because many <strong>of</strong> her friends lived <strong>in</strong> the residential<br />
complex and they vis<strong>it</strong>ed <strong>of</strong>ten. In add<strong>it</strong>ion, Sheila has<br />
had an <strong>of</strong>fice <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> for 23 <strong>years</strong>.<br />
As w<strong>it</strong>h the other Palmeños we <strong>in</strong>terviewed, Sheila<br />
expressed that liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> had been a family goal<br />
because the area has specific attributes that stood out<br />
to them. “Be<strong>in</strong>g able to work while be<strong>in</strong>g close to my<br />
children has given me the advantage <strong>of</strong> be<strong>in</strong>g able to<br />
mon<strong>it</strong>or them.” Even when work is busy and complicated,<br />
Sheila Camacho and José Flores, w<strong>it</strong>h their sibl<strong>in</strong>gs,<br />
Jorge Andres Flores Camacho y Claudia Antonella<br />
Flores Camacho w<strong>it</strong>h José Flores, father <strong>of</strong> her kids.<br />
Dulce Flores and her husband, Juan Campillo,<br />
Paola Campillo, Gabriela and Alejandro Juan<br />
she can rest easy know<strong>in</strong>g that her children are safe and<br />
taken care <strong>of</strong>.<br />
The <strong>Palmas</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong>fers opportun<strong>it</strong>ies that are<br />
not available <strong>in</strong> other areas: a school, a church, sports.<br />
Even when you have to leave the commun<strong>it</strong>y, there are<br />
l<strong>it</strong>tle issues w<strong>it</strong>h traffic which means less complications<br />
to daily life, she added. “I am blessed to have my children’s<br />
father’s family liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> this commun<strong>it</strong>y. That union,<br />
the closeness <strong>of</strong> his family, has allowed for a good <strong>in</strong>teraction.<br />
Our kids can walk to their grandparents’ house.<br />
They are <strong>our</strong> neighbors, which has promoted a close<br />
family l<strong>in</strong>k”, said Sheila.<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar is def<strong>in</strong><strong>it</strong>ely an ideal place to raise children;<br />
<strong>it</strong> is a safe, healthy and protected environment. As<br />
the African proverb states “<strong>it</strong> takes a village to raise a<br />
child”. This implies that the commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>in</strong> which a child<br />
grows unavoidably <strong>in</strong>fluences the adult they will become.<br />
Rais<strong>in</strong>g a child is one <strong>of</strong> the most complicated and<br />
demand<strong>in</strong>g yet satisfy<strong>in</strong>g th<strong>in</strong>gs anyone can do; <strong>it</strong> can be<br />
a difficult and <strong>of</strong>ten lonely j<strong>our</strong>ney. However, liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> an<br />
<strong>in</strong>volved, car<strong>in</strong>g and lov<strong>in</strong>g commun<strong>it</strong>y such as <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
means you don’t have to do <strong>it</strong> alone. L
REBORN<br />
at the Sea<br />
Interviews by: Ileana Margar<strong>it</strong>a Ortiz Centeno<br />
There is LIFE go<strong>in</strong>g on at The Yacht<br />
Club Mar<strong>in</strong>a, at <strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar, Humacao<br />
Puerto Rico. It’s fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to look around and see people <strong>of</strong>ten<br />
take pictures <strong>of</strong> the view, different<br />
k<strong>in</strong>d <strong>of</strong> boats, the ocean, sunrises<br />
and sunsets, but more than a mar<strong>in</strong>a,<br />
“there is life go<strong>in</strong>g on.” This is<br />
acommun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> “boaters” people<br />
that have vis<strong>it</strong> from other different<br />
parts<strong>of</strong> Puerto Rico, Florida, Georgia,<br />
Massachusetts, California, Colorado,New<br />
Mexico, Texas, Nebraska,<br />
Michigan, Miss<strong>our</strong>i, Georgia, Bahamas,<br />
Greece, Spa<strong>in</strong>, France, South<br />
Africa, New Zealand, etc. The Coronavirus<br />
has made an impact <strong>in</strong> the<br />
people who decide to stop <strong>in</strong> Puerto<br />
Rico, and now the restrictions <strong>in</strong> the<br />
BVI’s have made an impact and now<br />
many people decide to vis<strong>it</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>’<br />
Mar<strong>in</strong>a...<br />
There are people that vis<strong>it</strong> every<br />
six months, and live <strong>in</strong> the boat or<br />
rentfor that period <strong>of</strong> time. Some<br />
other people vis<strong>it</strong> or have a quick<br />
stop forcouple <strong>of</strong> days, weeks, some<br />
have done a quick stop, fall<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong><br />
love w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> precious Island, the<br />
people, the convenience, safety, accessibil<strong>it</strong>y,the<br />
mounta<strong>in</strong>s, weather,<br />
culture, food, work opportun<strong>it</strong>ies or<br />
retirement, and make Puerto Rico<br />
their <strong>new</strong> “home.”<br />
It’s a great privilege for me to<br />
have the opportun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> meet<strong>in</strong>g so<br />
many <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g people, w<strong>it</strong>h such<br />
great experiences and stories about<br />
their true mean<strong>in</strong>g and purpose <strong>of</strong><br />
sail<strong>in</strong>g around the world. People <strong>of</strong><br />
different ages, and lifestyles sw<strong>it</strong>ch<br />
to f<strong>in</strong>ally, “start liv<strong>in</strong>g”! A personal<br />
growth w<strong>it</strong>h a <strong>new</strong>, true mean<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
People that share love and respect<br />
for nature, “the music <strong>of</strong> the ocean,<br />
salty w<strong>in</strong>ds, the warmth <strong>of</strong> the sunny<br />
days, the companion <strong>of</strong> the moon<br />
and the magic <strong>of</strong> the stars, a taste <strong>of</strong><br />
freedom, to Feel Alive.”!<br />
This is a commun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> boaters,<br />
people that help each other. There<br />
is a sense <strong>of</strong> human<strong>it</strong>y and understand<strong>in</strong>g<br />
because they live the<br />
same lifestyle. So<br />
<strong>of</strong>ten, people have recommended<br />
Puerto Rico, and<br />
those who listen to <strong>it</strong>, feel<br />
lucky to be here!<br />
“Puerto Rico, The Island<br />
<strong>of</strong> Enchantment"
Bobby (Bobby Wh<strong>it</strong>e)<br />
The Dark Side (1997 Hatteras 52)<br />
From Dallas, Texas, he worked<br />
two decades as a Corporate Pilot,<br />
until September 2015, when he<br />
suffered a hemorrhagic stroke. He<br />
had three different procedures, as<br />
a result, he couldn’t fly anymore.<br />
While recover<strong>in</strong>g, he decided he<br />
wanted to sail (which he has done<br />
for a while now). From that moment,<br />
he started sail<strong>in</strong>g non-stop<br />
around the world for six <strong>years</strong> now.<br />
After hav<strong>in</strong>g problems w<strong>it</strong>h his<br />
sailboat, <strong>in</strong> <strong>2021</strong>, he is start<strong>in</strong>g a<br />
<strong>new</strong> adventure <strong>in</strong> a motor boat he<br />
bought <strong>in</strong> a Ponce, Puerto Rico...<br />
that’s the reason <strong>of</strong> the name The<br />
Dark Side,” because <strong>it</strong> is a <strong>new</strong><br />
step, a <strong>new</strong> way!<br />
I have been follow<strong>in</strong>g Bobby,<br />
through his YouTube program<br />
“Sail<strong>in</strong>g Doodles” for two <strong>years</strong><br />
now, and <strong>it</strong>’s been great to have<br />
the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to <strong>in</strong>terview him<br />
while he’s anchored at the Yacht<br />
Club Marína, <strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar, Humacao<br />
Puerto Rico.<br />
He’d been <strong>in</strong> Puerto Rico for a<br />
month and about a week <strong>in</strong> the Mar<strong>in</strong>a,<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar.<br />
He’d been here a year ago, loved<br />
Puerto Rico and the Caribbean! A<br />
reason why he is look<strong>in</strong>g forward <strong>in</strong><br />
He loves the advantages <strong>of</strong> travel, comfort, the feel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> home while sail<strong>in</strong>g!<br />
Next, he would like to vis<strong>it</strong> Culebra, Virg<strong>in</strong> Islands, Tortola, St. Mart<strong>in</strong>, St. Barts, etc.<br />
mak<strong>in</strong>g Puerto Rico his next home<br />
and make <strong>it</strong> his work base.<br />
What he loves about the <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
Mar<strong>in</strong>a, is that <strong>it</strong> gives him the<br />
opportun<strong>it</strong>y to enjoy his morn<strong>in</strong>g<br />
run, <strong>in</strong> a safe, diverse and safe environment,<br />
<strong>it</strong>s amen<strong>it</strong>ies such as<br />
pool, access to the beach, hik<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
restaurants, and shops. He will also<br />
be able to enjoy the ocean kayak<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
paddle board<strong>in</strong>g, snorkel<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
div<strong>in</strong>g, etc... He adm<strong>it</strong>s his travels<br />
have been a learn<strong>in</strong>g process, understand<strong>in</strong>g<br />
the weather cond<strong>it</strong>ion,<br />
repairs and work on a boat,<br />
also try<strong>in</strong>g to get good WiFi connection.<br />
But the most important learn<strong>in</strong>g<br />
process has been gett<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
chance to meet people and places<br />
from around the world, for example,<br />
the Marquez family he met <strong>in</strong><br />
Hiva-Oa, French Polynesia, a couple<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h children and a dog, liv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
on a boat. To see them so happy<br />
and grateful about life through the<br />
way that were liv<strong>in</strong>g, left him w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
a lesson <strong>of</strong> embrac<strong>in</strong>g life and <strong>it</strong>s<br />
purpose (even w<strong>it</strong>h his personal<br />
2nd chance <strong>in</strong> life) be<strong>in</strong>g happy<br />
where you are, w<strong>it</strong>h what you have.<br />
“ You’ll never be ready, Set a day and Make <strong>it</strong> Happen!... no excuse<br />
Julie Carpenter & Michael Eckert<br />
From: Loveland, Colorado<br />
One Love<br />
The name <strong>of</strong> the boat, a Catamaran,<br />
is a connection w<strong>it</strong>h their<br />
feel<strong>in</strong>g for their home <strong>in</strong> Loveland,<br />
Colorado and also <strong>in</strong> part for Bob<br />
Marley’s song, w<strong>it</strong>h the same name.<br />
And as a believer <strong>in</strong> Jesus Christ,<br />
the only begotten Son <strong>of</strong> God and<br />
John 3:16 “For God so loved” we<br />
believed <strong>in</strong> this “One Love.”<br />
Both, Julie and Michael, share<br />
their passion to travel. When they<br />
first vis<strong>it</strong>ed Puerto Rico, they were<br />
<strong>in</strong> Mar<strong>in</strong>a Puerto Del Rey, Fajardo,<br />
PR, but later good friends recommended<br />
the Yacht Club Mar<strong>in</strong>a <strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar Humacao.<br />
They have been <strong>in</strong> Puerto Rico<br />
s<strong>in</strong>ce July 2020.<br />
The love <strong>it</strong> here! It feels safe, <strong>it</strong>s<br />
beautiful, clean, and has nice facil<strong>it</strong>ies.<br />
The people that work <strong>in</strong> the<br />
mar<strong>in</strong>a are very friendly and careful.<br />
It’s a commun<strong>it</strong>y where everyone<br />
cares for each other. The pool,<br />
access to the beach, restaurants,<br />
shops, are so convenient! “It has<br />
been a great experience”<br />
Julie and Michael have been sail<strong>in</strong>g<br />
s<strong>in</strong>ce 2017, through Florida, Belize<br />
(where they chartered a boat)<br />
Bahamas, BVI’s, and Puerto Rico.<br />
They started sail<strong>in</strong>g “For the love<br />
for the water”, not liv<strong>in</strong>g the regular<br />
life, preferr<strong>in</strong>g the life on a boat<br />
because is so peaceful!<br />
Through sail<strong>in</strong>g Julie’s experience<br />
has brought her to feel like “I’ve<br />
got everyth<strong>in</strong>g I wanted.”<br />
They both have access to work<br />
from the boat, but they have also<br />
learned how to repair and basic<br />
ma<strong>in</strong>tenance <strong>of</strong> the boat....<br />
The feel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> freedom, ocean,<br />
climate is a great experience. They<br />
love sail<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
It’s a bless<strong>in</strong>g, to have the opportun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
to sail the ocean, seren<strong>it</strong>y,<br />
simplic<strong>it</strong>y a great lifestyle.<br />
“Don’t wa<strong>it</strong> you live y<strong>our</strong> dream”... It has been a personal growth,<br />
a feel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> belong<strong>in</strong>g to the boat, self center, learned to live w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
less material th<strong>in</strong>gs, liv<strong>in</strong>g light.<br />
I love Puerto Rico, I love the culture and would love to learn Spanish!<br />
Next.... we would like to explore, Florida Keys, Bonaire, Curaçao, Dom<strong>in</strong>ican Republic, ABC Islands....
Maureen (Mo) and Raj Marken<br />
7 Seas Kahani (45’ Catamaran)<br />
“7 Seas Kahani Odyssey, means<br />
cultural adventures and stories. Kahani<br />
is the H<strong>in</strong>di word for Story. The<br />
focus is to improve people’s life stories<br />
through education and career<br />
goal sett<strong>in</strong>g.” Mo and Raj<br />
Mo and Raj, have travelled the<br />
world, mak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>new</strong> friends and hav<strong>in</strong>g<br />
experiences <strong>of</strong> a lifetime.<br />
After liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> Boston, Massachusetts<br />
for many <strong>years</strong>, and retirement,<br />
they discovered that Raj<br />
had a rare muscle disease known<br />
as Inclusion Body Myos<strong>it</strong>is, which<br />
is affect<strong>in</strong>g his use <strong>of</strong> his arms and<br />
legs. After this knowledge, they<br />
decided to live a <strong>new</strong> adventure<br />
through sail<strong>in</strong>g... “want<strong>in</strong>g to give<br />
back and have fun, they started an<br />
organization to provide technology<br />
tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> underserved areas. Project<br />
"7SKO.”<br />
Mo and Raj have been sail<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
two <strong>years</strong>.<br />
The idea <strong>of</strong> com<strong>in</strong>g to Puerto Rico<br />
was <strong>in</strong>fluenced by the knowledge<br />
that is part <strong>of</strong> the Un<strong>it</strong>ed Sates,<br />
and because <strong>it</strong> feels like an extension<br />
<strong>of</strong> the benef<strong>it</strong> system, help on<br />
emergencies from U.S, the Spanish<br />
Her<strong>it</strong>age, the culture, the climate<br />
(which is very important and convenient<br />
for Raj’s cond<strong>it</strong>ion), nature,<br />
and the opportun<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> hik<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
mounta<strong>in</strong>s.<br />
We love the people, people are<br />
very warmth, “<strong>it</strong> feels like home”, <strong>it</strong><br />
feels exotic!<br />
Mo and Raj, have been here for<br />
a month, didn’t plan to stay more,<br />
but the experience <strong>of</strong> be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the<br />
Yacht Club Mar<strong>in</strong>a, <strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar,<br />
Humacao Puerto Rico, and other<br />
areas, the good friends, safety, etc.<br />
have helped them to make the decision<br />
to live here! They decided <strong>it</strong><br />
just 2 weeks ago.<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce they got married, they enjoy<br />
go<strong>in</strong>g around the world and<br />
hik<strong>in</strong>g important and well-known<br />
mounta<strong>in</strong>s, as their special connection,<br />
later on, they <strong>in</strong>cluded<br />
their kids and <strong>it</strong>’s been a connection<br />
<strong>of</strong> essence, love and trad<strong>it</strong>ion<br />
through the <strong>years</strong>.... someth<strong>in</strong>g<br />
that brought them together. Now,<br />
through his second chance <strong>in</strong> life,<br />
after Raj health cond<strong>it</strong>ion, the plan<br />
is to grow old close to the water.<br />
After retirement they bought a<br />
boat, now they br<strong>in</strong>g home w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
them, enjoy<strong>in</strong>g the places they vis<strong>it</strong><br />
and go<strong>in</strong>g back home (or the boat)<br />
at the end <strong>of</strong> the day.<br />
A beautiful, peaceful, qu<strong>it</strong>e exquis<strong>it</strong>e...<br />
“Worth’s Liv<strong>in</strong>g Experience”<br />
Mo and Raj have learned to not<br />
stress on small th<strong>in</strong>gs. By read<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
they have learned to work on l<strong>it</strong>tle<br />
th<strong>in</strong>gs, when they go to mar<strong>in</strong>as,<br />
they get the help they need, and<br />
also learned that “boaters help<br />
each other,” because they share<br />
the same lifestyle. Even mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a system <strong>in</strong> the boat specially for<br />
Raj, so he can safely get <strong>in</strong> and out<br />
<strong>of</strong> the boat, the water, by a good<br />
friend <strong>in</strong> Granada, carefully designed<br />
and he made sure <strong>it</strong> works.<br />
There is a human<strong>it</strong>y sense <strong>of</strong> shar<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and a feel<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> <strong>in</strong>stant commun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
wherever they go.<br />
“It’s about the freedom to go where you want to go,<br />
at the speed you want.”<br />
Mo says, “Adventure, exploration, experience.”<br />
Danielle and Kyle Koestner<br />
From: Grand Haven, Michigan<br />
Catamaran: “Stella Maris”<br />
In Lat<strong>in</strong>, <strong>it</strong> means, “Star <strong>of</strong> the Sea”...The light that protects you, while sail<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Together, they are “The Koestner<br />
Family,” Kyle (dad, an eng<strong>in</strong>eer) Danielle<br />
(mom, an Ob Gym) and their<br />
lovely, (6) kids, Kyla, Charlie, Emily,<br />
Peter, Thomas and Ava, have started<br />
a j<strong>our</strong>ney <strong>of</strong> a lifetime!<br />
They wa<strong>it</strong>ed for the right time,<br />
and <strong>in</strong> 2019 they bought their dream<br />
boat (catamaran) <strong>in</strong> Grenada, w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
the specifications, space, and qual<strong>it</strong>ies<br />
they were look<strong>in</strong>g for. Kyle<br />
worked on <strong>it</strong> for a while until mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>it</strong> su<strong>it</strong>able for their family and ready<br />
for safe and fun sail<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
The kids are homeschooled, they<br />
enjoy history and science, they love<br />
read<strong>in</strong>g, and arts... While we<br />
were talk<strong>in</strong>g, I saw them on<br />
their hammocks hang<strong>in</strong>g<br />
over the water. They<br />
climbed and jumped<br />
<strong>in</strong>to <strong>it</strong>, that’s their”<br />
relax read<strong>in</strong>g spot”<br />
which I just love!<br />
Com<strong>in</strong>g to The<br />
Yacht Club Mar<strong>in</strong>a, at<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> Del Mar, Humacao,<br />
Puerto Rico, has been
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palma real,<br />
Humacao<br />
been a great opportun<strong>it</strong>y to get<br />
ready for the next trip. They have<br />
been here for a week. The facil<strong>it</strong>ies<br />
provide the convenience as<br />
parents, so their kids can play, run,<br />
swim, and enjoy theirs stay <strong>in</strong> a safe<br />
environment.<br />
Both, pr<strong>of</strong>essionals, have their<br />
un<strong>it</strong>y and are truly guided by fa<strong>it</strong>h,<br />
passion and love.<br />
They have created a system and<br />
educational program <strong>of</strong> “ Natural<br />
Family Plann<strong>in</strong>g” Both teach together<br />
the church couples, “ The<br />
Bill<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>of</strong> Ovulation Method”<br />
which Madre Teresa, suggested, a<br />
method that really works!<br />
Dr. Danielle, works on “Restorative<br />
Reproductive Medic<strong>in</strong>e” she<br />
does telemedic<strong>in</strong>e.<br />
Be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> Puerto Rico has <strong>of</strong>fered<br />
the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to learned about<br />
nature, history, they love that<br />
people here are very friendly,<br />
“love smiles, hate masks”!<br />
( referr<strong>in</strong>g to masks because <strong>of</strong><br />
the Co Vid 19)<br />
What they enjoy the most, is<br />
their time together as family, “<br />
that’s how you spell Love”, go<br />
to places together, experience<br />
together.<br />
There’s a quote Kyle<br />
refers to from the mov- ie,<br />
The Hobb<strong>it</strong>, that he really likes,<br />
“I’m go<strong>in</strong>g on an adventure “!!! he<br />
even use a emphasized tone...gett<strong>in</strong>g<br />
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The 2020-<strong>2021</strong> academic school year has been a challeng<strong>in</strong>g<br />
one to say the least. As I expla<strong>in</strong>ed to my students,<br />
dur<strong>in</strong>g any difficult time <strong>it</strong> is important to recognize<br />
the pos<strong>it</strong>ive aspects as well. By students work<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dependently<br />
<strong>in</strong> the k<strong>it</strong>chen, they have been given the opportun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
to become more confident <strong>in</strong> their cook<strong>in</strong>g. For<br />
the first time, parents were able to taste dishes prepared<br />
by their children. A special moment that truly warms my<br />
heart, is when a grandmother assisted dur<strong>in</strong>g the cook<strong>in</strong>g<br />
process w<strong>it</strong>h their grandchild. Overall, the students will<br />
remember these cul<strong>in</strong>ary skills, and experiences forever.-Mrs.<br />
Maggie Pizarro (TPA Cul<strong>in</strong>ary Arts Teacher)<br />
Onl<strong>in</strong>e cook<strong>in</strong>g class has been extremely fun and <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g<br />
as we have made a wide variety <strong>of</strong> foods. We<br />
have made everyth<strong>in</strong>g from Wonton Soup, to Cake-batter<br />
Cookies, to <strong>our</strong> next project, Orange Chicken. I have<br />
loved cook<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> person, and tak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>it</strong> onl<strong>in</strong>e does not<br />
take away from the experience. I honestly<br />
could not th<strong>in</strong>k <strong>of</strong> a way to make <strong>it</strong><br />
better except for tak<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
Now I am<br />
not nervous<br />
about cook<strong>in</strong>g<br />
anymore. My<br />
family loves<br />
when I cook<br />
for them,<br />
and I love<br />
prepar<strong>in</strong>g<br />
meals for them<br />
too! I have<br />
learned a lot <strong>in</strong><br />
Cul<strong>in</strong>ary Arts<br />
and am hav<strong>in</strong>g<br />
fun too!<br />
- Victoria<br />
Driscoll<br />
class more <strong>of</strong>ten. Overall, cook<strong>in</strong>g is a great extracurricular<br />
activ<strong>it</strong>y, and be<strong>in</strong>g onl<strong>in</strong>e does not affect the class by<br />
much if any at all. - Christopher Hausman (7th Grade)<br />
At first, I did not know how to use the stove and the<br />
oven, and I was a l<strong>it</strong>tle nervous. After Mrs. Maggie taught<br />
me, I have learned how to make many recipes like wonton<br />
soup, tacos w<strong>it</strong>h corn, and many more. Now I am not<br />
nervous about cook<strong>in</strong>g anymore. My family loves when I<br />
cook for them, and I love prepar<strong>in</strong>g meals for them too! I<br />
have learned a lot <strong>in</strong> Cul<strong>in</strong>ary Arts and am hav<strong>in</strong>g fun too!<br />
- Victoria Driscoll (6th Grade)<br />
One <strong>of</strong> my passions is cook<strong>in</strong>g, so I decided to take<br />
Cul<strong>in</strong>ary Arts class as an elective. The class has exceeded<br />
my expectations. I have learned so many important th<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
such as the rules <strong>of</strong> the k<strong>it</strong>chen, the measur<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>struments,<br />
what are prote<strong>in</strong>s and carbohydrates and the nutrients<br />
that we need, etc. Other than that, my classmates<br />
Overall,<br />
cook<strong>in</strong>g<br />
is a great<br />
extracurricular<br />
activ<strong>it</strong>y, and<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g onl<strong>in</strong>e<br />
does not affect<br />
the class by<br />
much if any<br />
at all.<br />
Christopher<br />
Hausman<br />
(7th Grade)
Although this year we are tak<strong>in</strong>g the virtual class,<br />
she is always aware that everyth<strong>in</strong>g goes well and<br />
that <strong>it</strong> is delicious. If I had the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to take<br />
the cook<strong>in</strong>g class aga<strong>in</strong> w<strong>it</strong>h Mrs. Maggie, I would not<br />
hes<strong>it</strong>ate for a second. Thank you, Mrs. Maggie.<br />
We love you!! - Julio Cruz López (6th Grade)<br />
and I have enjoyed cook<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
dishes such as Mexican and<br />
Asian. At Christmas we cooked some<br />
delicious Christmas cookies. Also, we<br />
made a delicious monkey bread and a<br />
“tierr<strong>it</strong>a”. I have to thank my teacher,<br />
Mrs. Maggie Pizarro, for her excellent<br />
and outstand<strong>in</strong>g work. Although<br />
this year we are tak<strong>in</strong>g the virtual<br />
class, she is always aware that everyth<strong>in</strong>g<br />
goes well and that <strong>it</strong> is delicious.<br />
If I had the opportun<strong>it</strong>y to take the<br />
cook<strong>in</strong>g class aga<strong>in</strong> w<strong>it</strong>h Mrs. Maggie,<br />
I would not hes<strong>it</strong>ate for a second.<br />
Thank you, Mrs. Maggie. We love<br />
you!! - Julio Cruz López (6th Grade)<br />
This year’s Cul<strong>in</strong>ary Arts class has<br />
been a very challeng<strong>in</strong>g one, yet Mrs.<br />
Maggie has managed to make <strong>it</strong> a<br />
Niangelisse Berríos<br />
very fun and enjoyable class. Dur<strong>in</strong>g<br />
this year, I was able to improve my<br />
cook<strong>in</strong>g skills greatly due to the fact<br />
that I have not received any aid when<br />
cook<strong>in</strong>g. I’ve been able to “let go”<br />
<strong>of</strong> my fear a b<strong>it</strong> when cook<strong>in</strong>g, whilst<br />
adher<strong>in</strong>g cul<strong>in</strong>ary knowledge. My<br />
parents have also been able to try the<br />
food I have cooked which has been<br />
Maria Borrero<br />
Alejandro Campillo<br />
awesome and makes me feel proud.<br />
They get to visually see what I’ve<br />
cooked, taste <strong>it</strong> and w<strong>it</strong>ness how I’ve<br />
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By Génesis Munoz & Bruce Deichl<br />
When I was first asked to wr<strong>it</strong>e this article about a recent trip to<br />
Tanzania, Africa I was simply thrilled. Sadly I have never vis<strong>it</strong>ed any<br />
parts <strong>of</strong> Africa...yet, however as I heard Robert Lowry, Elisabeth Cusack,<br />
Dr. Alison Lev<strong>it</strong>t, Doris Muñoz, Zandy and Bruce Deichl’s fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g<br />
stories <strong>of</strong> their experiences, <strong>it</strong> was as if I could feel Africa’s warmness<br />
and mystical power myself. As if I could imag<strong>in</strong>e the joy and the peace they<br />
felt. It was simply amaz<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
I was told the trip actually began <strong>in</strong> late September when <strong>in</strong> the midst <strong>of</strong> try<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to survive the <strong>new</strong> “normal” the question arose <strong>of</strong> where...anywhere <strong>in</strong> the world<br />
could one go to try and enjoy oneself, be safe and try to rega<strong>in</strong> some sense <strong>of</strong> san<strong>it</strong>y?<br />
A quick call by Bruce to a friend and previous safari guide <strong>in</strong> Arusha, Allen<br />
Mnyenye, answered the question...TANZANIA! Reported Covid deaths <strong>of</strong> 21<br />
out <strong>of</strong> 59 million and none s<strong>in</strong>ce <strong>June</strong> seemed impossible and the comment<br />
that there are NO TOURISTS sealed the deal. A quick discussion w<strong>it</strong>h Robert,<br />
Elisabeth, Alison, Doris and Zandy and <strong>our</strong> travel group was formed. Bruce,<br />
hav<strong>in</strong>g been there 7 prior times worked w<strong>it</strong>h Allen Tanzania Safari to set the<br />
specific <strong>it</strong><strong>in</strong>erary and the <strong>in</strong>credible trip <strong>in</strong> normal times quickly became THE<br />
trip <strong>of</strong> a lifetime <strong>in</strong> this current crazy environment.<br />
Accommodations <strong>in</strong> Tanzania are varied and go from a simple tent to luxurious<br />
lodges. Based on Bruce’s prior experience he suggested glamp<strong>in</strong>g as the<br />
way to go as he described “there is NOTHING more exhilarat<strong>in</strong>g than<br />
hear<strong>in</strong>g the roar <strong>of</strong> a lion, the laugh<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> hyenas or the growl<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong><br />
an elephant’s stomach as you lie <strong>in</strong> comfort”! That’s true Africa. He<br />
wasn’t wrong.<br />
In add<strong>it</strong>ion, a nightly tequila (or two). Or <strong>in</strong> Robert’s case a Kilimanjaro<br />
Beer while s<strong>it</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> front <strong>of</strong> a blaz<strong>in</strong>g camp fire watch<strong>in</strong>g<br />
stars brighter than <strong>in</strong> a planetarium just doesn’t get any<br />
better. All meals were “organic food to table”...everyone got<br />
healthier and even lost a b<strong>it</strong> <strong>of</strong> weight and as Elisabeth said<br />
“everyday was a <strong>new</strong> adventure”.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the th<strong>in</strong>gs I considered to be special and peculiar<br />
about this trip is that <strong>it</strong> was a group trip...albe<strong>it</strong> a small<br />
group when compared to a typical Ambercrombie & Kent<br />
trip <strong>of</strong> 18. We had the same qual<strong>it</strong>y, if not better, customized<br />
to <strong>our</strong> group at a discounted price. Shar<strong>in</strong>g this powerful<br />
experience <strong>of</strong> go<strong>in</strong>g to the oldest cont<strong>in</strong>ent <strong>in</strong> the<br />
world where first man was discovered nearby can bond you<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>explicable ways. While you share significant moments<br />
and experiences together, you also develop a special, <strong>in</strong>divid
ual take on the trip. Y<strong>our</strong> own spir<strong>it</strong>ual growth, y<strong>our</strong> own<br />
favor<strong>it</strong>e aspects and significant or emotional moments.<br />
You grow, and enjoy the charm <strong>of</strong> travel<strong>in</strong>g together,<br />
but what you learn and what moves you is particular and<br />
unique to y<strong>our</strong> experience only.<br />
To go out daily on game drives to see first hand (not<br />
on Discovery Channel) a lioness and her cubs, herds<br />
and herds <strong>of</strong> elephants, impalas, zebra, giraffes, cheetah,<br />
leopard and THOUSANDS <strong>of</strong> wildebeests start<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to form their great migration <strong>in</strong> Southern Serengeti is a<br />
sight to see.<br />
Moreover, the people, the animals (aga<strong>in</strong>) and overall<br />
the activ<strong>it</strong>ies that took place were the highlights for the<br />
group. And so.. how can you not have the best time <strong>of</strong><br />
y<strong>our</strong> life <strong>in</strong> Africa? We come from there, earliest civilization<br />
was recorded <strong>in</strong> Africa, and as puertoricans we<br />
share a great vast amount <strong>of</strong> blood and culture w<strong>it</strong>h Africans.<br />
Doris own significant and emotional experience<br />
can confirm this. There was a moment where she was<br />
watch<strong>in</strong>g the African people danc<strong>in</strong>g and s<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g, and<br />
right there she felt a powerful, spir<strong>it</strong>ual connection as<br />
she remember Puerto Rico. This moved her, and so she<br />
started talk<strong>in</strong>g to African girls that were s<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g, danc<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and hav<strong>in</strong>g a great time. They talked about puertorican<br />
culture and how we as puertoricans carry the African soul<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> us. They talked about how similar <strong>our</strong> music and<br />
food was and how we were a mixed <strong>of</strong> many many races<br />
and ethnic<strong>it</strong>ies. At the end, they asked Doris to s<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
them, so she sang w<strong>it</strong>h her angelical and colorful voice,<br />
nervous as ever! This was by far the most special and<br />
mov<strong>in</strong>g moment for Doris.<br />
The most significant moment for Zandy and Bruce<br />
was scatter<strong>in</strong>g Elayne’s (mother and wife) ashes <strong>in</strong>to a<br />
Baobab Tree. When Allen was asked if he could f<strong>in</strong>d a<br />
su<strong>it</strong>able tree he actually found the very first tree Bruce<br />
and Elayne had picnicked at on a prior trip...the one<br />
who Elayne had somehow gotten seeds from that she<br />
planted <strong>in</strong>to her own tree <strong>in</strong> the States. See<strong>in</strong>g that<br />
very same tree and giv<strong>in</strong>g her the<br />
gift <strong>of</strong> eternal peace and allow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
themselves closure, is a beautiful,<br />
mov<strong>in</strong>g story. Dist<strong>in</strong>ctively special,<br />
<strong>in</strong>credibly emotional and unique.<br />
And <strong>it</strong> touched and moved me<br />
greatly when I first heard.<br />
Now we’ll, when <strong>it</strong> comes to activ<strong>it</strong>ies<br />
and adventures the experiences<br />
together, I don’t th<strong>in</strong>k Robert<br />
will ever forget his hike on Mt. Kilimanjaro<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h Alison while wa<strong>it</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
for Elisabeth’s arrival . For Doris <strong>it</strong><br />
was the game drives, watch<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
animals from her tent and vis<strong>it</strong><strong>in</strong>g Spicetown <strong>in</strong> Zanzibar.<br />
For Zandy, <strong>it</strong> was play<strong>in</strong>g soccer w<strong>it</strong>h the locals and vis<strong>it</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
the Shalom Orphanage Center <strong>in</strong> Karatu, that the<br />
Deichl’s had adopted <strong>13</strong> <strong>years</strong> prior. That will always be<br />
another special memory <strong>of</strong> the group.<br />
Undoubtedly, there are numerous stories you can tell<br />
when go<strong>in</strong>g to Africa, and I’m sure I have only scratched<br />
the surface. But I hope that as highlighted the best<br />
ones you feel conv<strong>in</strong>ced as I am, to add Tanzania, Africa<br />
to y<strong>our</strong> bucket list <strong>of</strong> places you need to vis<strong>it</strong> especially<br />
while t<strong>our</strong>ism is still at a low. Hav<strong>in</strong>g the country<br />
to y<strong>our</strong>self due to Covid is far better than fight<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
hundreds <strong>of</strong> like m<strong>in</strong>ded t<strong>our</strong>ists. July, August and September<br />
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Elayne’s ( Bruce late wife) favor<strong>it</strong>e tree found<br />
once aga<strong>in</strong> for the last time, Rest <strong>in</strong> Peace.<br />
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Lorenzo thanked them and rode on his bicycle to<br />
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his pocket and was quickly surrounded by ducks <strong>of</strong> all<br />
sizes. Once aga<strong>in</strong>, he told them the s<strong>it</strong>uation and they<br />
happily gave him their advice.<br />
“Lorenzo, the hardest th<strong>in</strong>g for us has been not<br />
to be able to spend time w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> families that are<br />
far away. Not know<strong>in</strong>g when we will be reun<strong>it</strong>ed is<br />
<strong>in</strong>credibly sad. But we have learned that when we are<br />
able to be together aga<strong>in</strong>, that time will be priceless,<br />
and we will enjoy <strong>it</strong> to the maximum. Family is the<br />
greatest treasure one can have!”<br />
Lorenzo thanked them and headed to an almond<br />
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iguanas liked to sunbathe.<br />
“What are you do<strong>in</strong>g here Lorenzo? We haven’t<br />
seen you <strong>in</strong> a long time!” said the chorus <strong>of</strong> iguanas.<br />
Lorenzo expla<strong>in</strong>ed the reason for his vis<strong>it</strong>. This time<br />
there was no need for a meet<strong>in</strong>g as the eldest iguana<br />
spoke up:<br />
“Lorenzo, <strong>in</strong> this Pandemic we have learned to value<br />
the gifts that nature has given us: the cool breeze,<br />
a sunrise at the beach, a ra<strong>in</strong>bow after a ra<strong>in</strong> shower,<br />
the song <strong>of</strong> the birds, a leisure walks <strong>in</strong> the woods,<br />
etc. Before, we were so busy that we would not stop<br />
to enjoy the small th<strong>in</strong>gs that br<strong>in</strong>g peace and harmony.<br />
We need to un<strong>it</strong>e to value, care for, and ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>our</strong> Planet. Together we can make the difference!”<br />
Wow, I am really lucky to have such wise friends!<br />
thought Lorenzo. Now I will vis<strong>it</strong> my friends the pelicans<br />
at the beach. Hopefully, they will be fish<strong>in</strong>g by the<br />
seashore.<br />
“Hi Lorenzo, what a pleasant surprise to see you<br />
around here!” -said the leader <strong>of</strong> the group. Once<br />
aga<strong>in</strong>, Lorenzo posed his question. While the pelicans<br />
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swim. Just when he was gett<strong>in</strong>g out <strong>of</strong> the water, the<br />
leader <strong>of</strong> the group had an answer for him.<br />
“Lorenzo, you know what, the th<strong>in</strong>g we most appreciate<br />
<strong>in</strong> this pandemic is to have great friends w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
whom we can have conversations. To have a friend<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h whom you can share y<strong>our</strong> troubles has made a<br />
huge difference. The best gift that you can give to a<br />
friend is to listen to him w<strong>it</strong>h y<strong>our</strong> full attention. Fortunately,<br />
we are always there for each other.”<br />
Then <strong>it</strong> was the turn <strong>of</strong> the herons that liked to fish<br />
by the big lagoon. They did not make him wa<strong>it</strong> long<br />
for a reply.<br />
We have learned that<br />
family is the greatest<br />
treasure one can have!<br />
We have learned to<br />
value the gifts that<br />
nature has given us<br />
“Lorenzo, that is a good question. We herons have<br />
learned many th<strong>in</strong>gs dur<strong>in</strong>g this stage, but one <strong>of</strong> the<br />
most important, has been to learn to share the food<br />
which we catch. Before, each one <strong>of</strong> us used to f<strong>in</strong>d<br />
his own food, but now we make sure everyone has<br />
someth<strong>in</strong>g to eat. Shar<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> food has been someth<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong>credibly beautiful and <strong>it</strong> has un<strong>it</strong>ed us as a<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y.”<br />
It was not difficult to f<strong>in</strong>d the parrots as they always<br />
got together <strong>in</strong> the afternoon by the trees <strong>in</strong> front <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> Doradas. When Lorenzo got to them, they already<br />
k<strong>new</strong> about his predicament. Their friends the<br />
herons had told all the animals <strong>in</strong> the neighborhood.<br />
So, they had their answer ready.<br />
“Lorenzo, one remarkably <strong>in</strong>terest<strong>in</strong>g th<strong>in</strong>g that<br />
we have learned is that we don’t need many material<br />
th<strong>in</strong>gs to be happy. Before, we spent time look<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
and buy<strong>in</strong>g th<strong>in</strong>gs that we thought were important<br />
but now we are equally happy w<strong>it</strong>h much less. We<br />
can’t go back to fill<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> lives w<strong>it</strong>h th<strong>in</strong>gs that we<br />
really don’t need and that contam<strong>in</strong>ate <strong>our</strong> Earth.”<br />
One <strong>of</strong> his favor<strong>it</strong>e birds, the “Playero Sabanero”,<br />
gave him an answer that seemed right on!<br />
“After the pandemic we won’t miss out on any social<br />
events that we are <strong>in</strong>v<strong>it</strong>ed to. How we miss be<strong>in</strong>g<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> friends, those small th<strong>in</strong>gs that we would<br />
take for granted shar<strong>in</strong>g an ice cream, walk<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the<br />
park, go<strong>in</strong>g to the beach, talk<strong>in</strong>g, play<strong>in</strong>g cards, and<br />
so many other th<strong>in</strong>gs. We won’t th<strong>in</strong>k twice <strong>in</strong> the<br />
future about accept<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>v<strong>it</strong>ations!”<br />
When at last he went to the wh<strong>it</strong>e cockatoo <strong>in</strong><br />
the wetland, she also had learned about his mission.<br />
In a serious tone she gave her reply.<br />
“Lorenzo, I have learned that if from the<br />
beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> the pandemic we had thought<br />
about the well-be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> the entire group<br />
and not only <strong>our</strong> own, but we would also<br />
not have had so many people gett<strong>in</strong>g sick or<br />
The best gift that you<br />
can give to a friend is<br />
to listen to them w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
y<strong>our</strong> full attention<br />
Herons have learned<br />
many th<strong>in</strong>gs dur<strong>in</strong>g this<br />
stage, but one <strong>of</strong> the most<br />
important has been to<br />
learn to share the food<br />
which we catch.
I have learned that if<br />
from the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> the<br />
pandemic we had thought<br />
about the well be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> the<br />
entire group and not <strong>our</strong><br />
own we would not have<br />
had so many people<br />
who got sick or died.<br />
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dy<strong>in</strong>g. If we had followed the basic <strong>in</strong>structions <strong>of</strong><br />
wear<strong>in</strong>g facemasks, keep<strong>in</strong>g safe social distance, and<br />
wash<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> hands, we would be <strong>in</strong> a much better<br />
s<strong>it</strong>uation. We are still <strong>in</strong> time to learn that a l<strong>it</strong>tle b<strong>it</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> sacrifice for the common good makes us all better<br />
people!”<br />
Lorenzo returned to his house very emotional because<br />
his friends had given him some especially important<br />
and pr<strong>of</strong>ound answers. He realized that he<br />
had also learned a lot dur<strong>in</strong>g the pandemic and the<br />
most important th<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> all was to have the privilege <strong>of</strong><br />
be<strong>in</strong>g a part <strong>of</strong> such a un<strong>it</strong>ed commun<strong>it</strong>y!<br />
Lorenzo would like to know what y<strong>our</strong> greatest lesson<br />
dur<strong>in</strong>g this pandemic has been, so that we can <strong>in</strong>clude<br />
<strong>it</strong> <strong>in</strong> his essay. If you would like you can send <strong>it</strong><br />
to: live.life<strong>in</strong>palmas@gmail.com<br />
After the pandemic we<br />
won’t miss out on any<br />
social events that we<br />
are <strong>in</strong>iv<strong>it</strong>ed to.<br />
sponsored by<br />
By Luis Rosado ( PINKY )<br />
from the<br />
Here aga<strong>in</strong> folks, hop<strong>in</strong>g that you have<br />
kept y<strong>our</strong> ball out <strong>of</strong> the “malangas” and are<br />
enjoy<strong>in</strong>g <strong>our</strong> beautifully kept golf c<strong>our</strong>ses. On<br />
this occasion I would like to address the big<br />
elephant <strong>in</strong> the room and that is the RULES OF<br />
GOLF…. Do you play by them or not? I have always<br />
said if you play golf and do not apply the<br />
rules <strong>of</strong> golf 100% you are play<strong>in</strong>g someth<strong>in</strong>g<br />
else, tak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> consideration that the rules <strong>in</strong><br />
golf are an <strong>in</strong>tr<strong>in</strong>sic part <strong>of</strong> the game.<br />
While golf has been played for more than<br />
600 <strong>years</strong>, the earliest known wr<strong>it</strong>ten rules<br />
for the game date from 1744. This early code<br />
<strong>of</strong> “Articles & Laws <strong>in</strong> Play<strong>in</strong>g at Golf” (known<br />
today as the “<strong>13</strong> Articles”) was drafted by The<br />
Gentlemen Golfers <strong>of</strong> Le<strong>it</strong>h (later known as the<br />
Honorable Company <strong>of</strong> Ed<strong>in</strong>burgh Golfers) for<br />
a s<strong>in</strong>gle day <strong>of</strong> compet<strong>it</strong>ion on the Le<strong>it</strong>h l<strong>in</strong>ks.<br />
Still, the pr<strong>in</strong>ciples represented <strong>in</strong> these <strong>13</strong><br />
rules fundamentally describe the same sport<br />
that is played around the world today.<br />
In every group there is an enforcer <strong>of</strong> the<br />
rules and <strong>in</strong> my group, <strong>it</strong> happens to be me.<br />
You can be the most liked or hated guy <strong>in</strong> the<br />
group, depend<strong>in</strong>g on y<strong>our</strong> rul<strong>in</strong>gs. What people<br />
do not understand, is that if you know the<br />
rules, they can help you. They are not there to<br />
penalize you; they are there to keep a fair level<br />
play<strong>in</strong>g field.<br />
I love <strong>it</strong> when I am play<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h people that<br />
are start<strong>in</strong>g to play the game and they tell me<br />
that they are shoot<strong>in</strong>g 95 or less and when I<br />
start enforc<strong>in</strong>g the rules, their scores keep go<strong>in</strong>g<br />
up and they start resent<strong>in</strong>g me. In the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
they are like “Yes teach me the rules<br />
I want to learn”, but when their scores start<br />
go<strong>in</strong>g up they start to hate me.<br />
pangolas<br />
A GUIDE TO THE GOLF RULES<br />
The rules <strong>of</strong> golf have been evolv<strong>in</strong>g for the<br />
last 300 <strong>years</strong> to keep up w<strong>it</strong>h golf equipment,<br />
c<strong>our</strong>se designs, ma<strong>in</strong>tenance, pace <strong>of</strong> the<br />
game, consider<strong>in</strong>g the popular<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> the game.<br />
In the same way you and y<strong>our</strong> group can make<br />
you own rules when play<strong>in</strong>g a friendly weekend<br />
warrior round, remember that golf rules<br />
are there to keep a level play<strong>in</strong>g field, so everybody<br />
is on the same page.<br />
Tak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> consideration that many times<br />
we do not play <strong>in</strong> the same immaculate golf<br />
c<strong>our</strong>ses that the pros do (except us PAC members)<br />
we can create <strong>our</strong> own w<strong>in</strong>ter rules, when<br />
everybody <strong>in</strong>volved agrees:<br />
• Mulligan <strong>in</strong> the first hole, two shots, a lot<br />
<strong>of</strong> us come <strong>in</strong> 5 m<strong>in</strong>utes before tee time all<br />
stressed out and do not have time to h<strong>it</strong> the<br />
range, so two drives allowed <strong>in</strong> the first hole<br />
if needed.<br />
• Famous bunkers w<strong>it</strong>h no sand <strong>in</strong> sight,<br />
move to sandy area <strong>in</strong> bunker, if there is no<br />
sand to be found drop out <strong>of</strong> bunker not closer<br />
to the p<strong>in</strong>.<br />
• Y<strong>our</strong> ball lands <strong>in</strong> the fairway on bare<br />
ground, no grass, not marked ground under<br />
repair move the ball to where there is grass so<br />
you do not ru<strong>in</strong> y<strong>our</strong> clubs.<br />
• Extremely wet areas <strong>in</strong> the fairway, but not<br />
enough to use the casual water rule, so you<br />
can move the ball to a dry area.<br />
These are some examples <strong>of</strong> what can be<br />
done to have a more enjoyable out<strong>in</strong>g and fair<br />
for everybody <strong>in</strong>volved, depend<strong>in</strong>g on the cond<strong>it</strong>ions<br />
<strong>of</strong> the c<strong>our</strong>se. These rules <strong>of</strong> engagement<br />
should be discussed at the beg<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong><br />
the match and not changed, once agreed on,<br />
they are PRGA / USGA / R&A sanctioned. .<br />
In numerous occasions I have participated<br />
<strong>in</strong> sem<strong>in</strong>ars sponsored by the PRGA, you almost<br />
must be a lawyer w<strong>it</strong>h a specialty <strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
relations to be able to decipher the<br />
different rul<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>in</strong> all the possible scenarios.<br />
I must adm<strong>it</strong> that I am a purist <strong>of</strong> the game<br />
<strong>of</strong> golf that plays by the rules 100%, 99% <strong>of</strong><br />
the times but we can’t lose perspective <strong>of</strong> why<br />
we play golf and that <strong>it</strong> is for relaxation and<br />
friendly compet<strong>it</strong>ion and a way to challenge<br />
<strong>our</strong>selves to improve <strong>our</strong> game.<br />
So, until next time, keep the ball <strong>in</strong> the short<br />
grass and away from the Pangolas.
This <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong>’S recogn<strong>it</strong>ion goes to....<br />
FAIRLAKES VILLAGE<br />
Fairlakes Village was designed and built <strong>in</strong> 1988 by the<br />
prestigious arch<strong>it</strong>ect Esteban Padilla and the firm Custodio-Rodríguez<br />
& Associados, a firm <strong>of</strong> arch<strong>it</strong>ects, eng<strong>in</strong>eers<br />
and planners. It has 9 build<strong>in</strong>gs, 100 two-bedroom<br />
un<strong>it</strong>s w<strong>it</strong>h the exception <strong>of</strong> the penthouses that have 3<br />
bedrooms. It was built by PDMPI. Fairlakes Village currently<br />
has a proactive and f<strong>in</strong>ancially conscious board<br />
<strong>of</strong> directors; but history played a trick on them. Ready<br />
to pa<strong>in</strong>t and make various necessary improvements,<br />
w<strong>it</strong>hout warn<strong>in</strong>g, Hurricane Maria came and upset their<br />
plans. And, as everyone knows, Fairlakes Village was one<br />
<strong>of</strong> Maria’s most abused hous<strong>in</strong>g complexes. Some people<br />
even claim that a tornado formed dur<strong>in</strong>g the hurricane<br />
that h<strong>it</strong> them. That is not proven, but many th<strong>in</strong>k<br />
that someth<strong>in</strong>g like this happened. But ... because they<br />
already had a budget for pa<strong>in</strong>t and other repairs before<br />
the hurricane, they were able to work on clean<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
restor<strong>in</strong>g urgent matters while negotiat<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h the <strong>in</strong>surance<br />
company. Hence the importance <strong>of</strong> reserves and<br />
good adm<strong>in</strong>istration! “We started w<strong>it</strong>h the most cr<strong>it</strong>ical<br />
areas like collect<strong>in</strong>g debris, lights, and so on. Later on,<br />
we reached a satisfactory agreement w<strong>it</strong>h the <strong>in</strong>surance<br />
company, someth<strong>in</strong>g that took a year and a half,” emphasized<br />
Mr. Franciso Méndez, President <strong>of</strong> Fairlakes.<br />
It was then that the remodel<strong>in</strong>g and reconstruction<br />
tasks began. Among the improvements made, <strong>in</strong> add<strong>it</strong>ion<br />
to the gate that we all see as we pass, Fairlakes<br />
changed <strong>it</strong>s rail<strong>in</strong>gs, the light<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> the stairs and gardens,<br />
they revised the colors and very importantly they<br />
worked w<strong>it</strong>h the erosion <strong>of</strong> the lake w<strong>it</strong>h adequate anti-erosion<br />
techniques and gardens designed by Christ<br />
Pennock. On the other hand, <strong>it</strong> opened accesses to the<br />
beach at certa<strong>in</strong> po<strong>in</strong>ts <strong>of</strong> the complex so that <strong>it</strong>s residents<br />
can access the beach more easily. Fairlakes shares<br />
the large lake that borders the complex w<strong>it</strong>h the golf<br />
c<strong>our</strong>se and Mare Sereno. “We still have two projects <strong>in</strong><br />
the pipel<strong>in</strong>e,” Fico Méndez told us, add<strong>in</strong>g that <strong>it</strong> <strong>in</strong>volves<br />
resurfac<strong>in</strong>g the park<strong>in</strong>g lot and more landscap<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the ma<strong>in</strong> attractions <strong>of</strong> Fairlakes is <strong>it</strong>s beautiful<br />
lookout area, w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>it</strong>s swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool and views <strong>of</strong> the<br />
lake and the golf c<strong>our</strong>se. In add<strong>it</strong>ion, <strong>it</strong>s location should<br />
be highlighted. It is w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong> walk<strong>in</strong>g distance <strong>of</strong> the beach,<br />
the tennis center, the beach club and the hotel. Good<br />
job for Fairlakes Village! L<br />
Rafael Méndez and Lic Francisco Méndez,<br />
Fairlakes Village's President.<br />
Several <strong>new</strong> entrances<br />
to the beach<br />
New colors, hand rails and lights<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the ma<strong>in</strong> attractions<br />
<strong>of</strong> Fairlakes is <strong>it</strong>s beautiful<br />
lookout area, w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>it</strong>s swimm<strong>in</strong>g<br />
pool and views <strong>of</strong> the lake and<br />
the golf c<strong>our</strong>se.
fun compet<strong>it</strong>ion happen<strong>in</strong>g at the PAC tennis center !<br />
Tennis Open<br />
Friendly<br />
Just for fun and friendly<br />
compet<strong>it</strong>ion, the group <strong>of</strong><br />
tennis friends who regularly<br />
play Monday, Wednesday<br />
and Friday morn<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
decided to organize a<br />
m<strong>in</strong>i-t<strong>our</strong>nament, <strong>in</strong> which<br />
a total <strong>of</strong> 32 players participated.<br />
It was a sort <strong>of</strong><br />
round rob<strong>in</strong> where groups<br />
<strong>of</strong> 4 were randomly organized<br />
to play a number <strong>of</strong><br />
games, sw<strong>it</strong>ch<strong>in</strong>g partners<br />
and ultimately play<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
and aga<strong>in</strong>st players <strong>of</strong> different<br />
levels. Each group<br />
scheduled their own play<br />
time. Po<strong>in</strong>ts were accumulated<br />
by player based<br />
on games won and the<br />
top scores advanced to<br />
the semi-f<strong>in</strong>als and subsequently<br />
to the f<strong>in</strong>al games.<br />
At the f<strong>in</strong>al games we were<br />
able to watch players from<br />
all levels on the same c<strong>our</strong>t,<br />
play<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h and aga<strong>in</strong>st<br />
each other. We had a great<br />
compet<strong>it</strong>ion, great challenges<br />
and a great time.<br />
Thanks to the donation <strong>of</strong><br />
one <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> members, prizes<br />
were awarded to the top<br />
3 f<strong>in</strong>alists. The camaraderie<br />
was great. It’s a good feel<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to have a tennis family<br />
and to be able to add life<br />
to the PAC Tennis Club<br />
c<strong>our</strong>ts! Look<strong>in</strong>g forward to<br />
the second <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong>! By the<br />
way.... kudos to the organizers!<br />
We want to beg<strong>in</strong> by announc<strong>in</strong>g that we’re back <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice at Palmanova<br />
Plaza Su<strong>it</strong>e 199-C, right next to Yogen Früz. We follow strict<br />
COVID-19 precautions, so if you do want to come by the <strong>of</strong>fice, make<br />
sure to wear y<strong>our</strong> mask and keep a safe distance <strong>of</strong> six feet. Please<br />
also keep <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d that <strong>our</strong> maximum capac<strong>it</strong>y for public is 2 persons<br />
at a time.<br />
On this <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong>, we’re go<strong>in</strong>g to cover the subject <strong>of</strong> the change<br />
<strong>in</strong> the way condom<strong>in</strong>ium master policies are done. The Puerto<br />
Rico Insurance Commissioner made a rul<strong>in</strong>g back <strong>in</strong> August<br />
2020, stat<strong>in</strong>g that resident associations no longer have a responsibil<strong>it</strong>y<br />
to <strong>in</strong>sure the structural property <strong>of</strong> the owner w<strong>it</strong>h<strong>in</strong><br />
the apartment, better known as orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements.<br />
These are: bathtubs, showers, toilets, videts, s<strong>in</strong>ks, van<strong>it</strong>ies,<br />
floor and wall tiles, k<strong>it</strong>chen cab<strong>in</strong>ets and countertops, closet<br />
doors and shelves, fascias, among others. This <strong>new</strong>ly established<br />
“Barewall” policy covers the build<strong>in</strong>gs (<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g y<strong>our</strong> apartment)<br />
and common areas <strong>of</strong> the condom<strong>in</strong>ium, but excludes said<br />
orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements – so <strong>it</strong> is now understood that <strong>it</strong> will be<br />
the responsibil<strong>it</strong>y <strong>of</strong> each un<strong>it</strong> owner to <strong>in</strong>sure the property that<br />
is excluded <strong>in</strong> a Barewall policy. Y<strong>our</strong> condo’s resident association<br />
should have the <strong>in</strong>formation on the value <strong>of</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al<br />
privative elements <strong>of</strong> y<strong>our</strong> apartment. There is a valuation that<br />
is used to determ<strong>in</strong>e the value that is <strong>in</strong>sured <strong>in</strong> y<strong>our</strong> condo<br />
complex, and <strong>it</strong> <strong>in</strong>cludes the value <strong>of</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al proprietary<br />
elements. Also, make sure to ask for the company name and<br />
policy number <strong>of</strong> the master policy <strong>in</strong> y<strong>our</strong> condo.<br />
If you’ve done remodel<strong>in</strong>g to y<strong>our</strong> apartment, there is an important<br />
difference between orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements and improvements.<br />
When an owner remodels and makes changes to<br />
the orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements, that property must be covered<br />
under Add<strong>it</strong>ional Improvements coverage. This coverage is<br />
only for orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements that have been altered. Let’s<br />
say for example that you had y<strong>our</strong> k<strong>it</strong>chen cab<strong>in</strong>ets remodeled<br />
and changed the floor tiles <strong>in</strong> y<strong>our</strong> liv<strong>in</strong>g room. Those are not<br />
considered orig<strong>in</strong>al anymore and have to be <strong>in</strong>sured as an add<strong>it</strong>ional<br />
improvement.<br />
Once you have the value <strong>of</strong> the orig<strong>in</strong>al privative elements <strong>of</strong><br />
y<strong>our</strong> apartment, and the master policy number and name <strong>of</strong><br />
the <strong>in</strong>surance company, we can <strong>of</strong>fer you a quote for a HO-6<br />
policy, designed specifically for this purpose, or as an alternative,<br />
if you have a personal “package” policy currently active<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h us, we can quote you an endorsement cover<strong>in</strong>g y<strong>our</strong> orig<strong>in</strong>al<br />
privative elements w<strong>it</strong>h a broader coverage. Please note<br />
that both alternatives above apply as long as y<strong>our</strong> property is<br />
located farther than a thousand feet from the coast l<strong>in</strong>e.<br />
Call us for more <strong>in</strong>formation at 787-850-9209 or<br />
send us an email at palmas<strong>in</strong>surance@outlook.com.<br />
Palmanova Plaza, Su<strong>it</strong>e 119-C, <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar<br />
palmas<strong>in</strong>surance@outlook.com<br />
787.850.9209
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We were <strong>in</strong>formed that the other morn<strong>in</strong>g there was<br />
another <strong>in</strong>cident on the beach that almost cost a life.<br />
Even w<strong>it</strong>h the red flags placed on the beach, weather<br />
channel <strong>new</strong>s and other media about the strong currents,<br />
some people <strong>in</strong>sist on gett<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>to the ocean.<br />
That morn<strong>in</strong>g a <strong>Palmas</strong> resident nearly lost her life.<br />
Fortunately she was rescued on time by two brave<br />
young male Crescent Cove employees. Thanks to<br />
Hector and Josua for sav<strong>in</strong>g a life. Please be on the<br />
lookout for notifications from weather channels and<br />
the beach flags. This is the second time dur<strong>in</strong>g the<br />
last two weeks that this occurs. Don’t take anychances<br />
! If you see the rough sea, don’t go <strong>in</strong>.<br />
buckle-up <strong>our</strong> kids!<br />
This post arises from an experience lived the day before<br />
yesterday <strong>in</strong> one <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> walks. A golf cart passed us w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
three small children on the back seat, the one <strong>in</strong> the center<br />
a VERY small toddler. All three were loose. Those on the<br />
extremes <strong>of</strong> the seat at least were hold<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>to the armrest<br />
<strong>of</strong> the back seat, the one <strong>in</strong> the center, almost a baby was<br />
completely loose. We were three people walk<strong>in</strong>g and we<br />
were all petrified! If that person had had to stop, those<br />
children, at least the one <strong>in</strong> the middle, would shoot out<br />
onto the pavement. As a result <strong>of</strong> that experience, I called<br />
Carts Pro to <strong>in</strong>quire if they <strong>of</strong>fered the <strong>in</strong>stallation <strong>of</strong> seat<br />
belts, which they confirmed. If you want more <strong>in</strong>formation<br />
you can call them at 787-6<strong>13</strong>-0155.<br />
If you see someth<strong>in</strong>g wrong...<br />
REPORT IT TO<br />
PALMAS SECURITY!<br />
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salary. The percentage will be figured consider<strong>in</strong>g the number <strong>of</strong><br />
full-time employees, that each employer has. The follow<strong>in</strong>g scale<br />
will be used, as approved:<br />
Employees<br />
Incentives for employers<br />
Center <strong>of</strong> Job Experience for <strong>our</strong> participants,<br />
where they can develop skills to obta<strong>in</strong><br />
and reta<strong>in</strong> a job placement.<br />
A 100% <strong>of</strong> the salary will be paid.<br />
Custom Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g, up to 90% <strong>of</strong> reimbursement.<br />
Services for Incumbent Employees<br />
to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> a coalified work force through<br />
tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g and avoid lay<strong>of</strong>fs.<br />
Reimbursement<br />
50 or more 90 %<br />
51 to 250 75 %<br />
251 or more 50 %<br />
Other free services<br />
for <strong>our</strong> employers:<br />
l Collaborate <strong>in</strong> the <strong>in</strong>terview<br />
process <strong>of</strong> candidates to be recru<strong>it</strong>ed.<br />
l Refer candidates w<strong>it</strong>h the<br />
required skills for the occupation.<br />
l Announce y<strong>our</strong> job <strong>of</strong>fers.<br />
l Assessments Tools.<br />
l Use facil<strong>it</strong>ies w<strong>it</strong>h the technologic equipment.<br />
l Labor Laws orientation<br />
l Other services accord<strong>in</strong>g to the employer needs<br />
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS<br />
OTHER INCENTIVES FOR ECONOMIC REINFORCEMENT: The Economic Development and Commerce Department has <strong>in</strong>centives<br />
for economic re<strong>in</strong>forcement for employers. Established Funds for Prevention <strong>of</strong> Severance by COVID-19, where up to $50,000.00<br />
will be approved, per eligible <strong>in</strong>dividual / corporation, from the COVID-19 Unemployment Prevention Fund. Employers <strong>in</strong>terested <strong>in</strong><br />
application for this fund, please search for the follow<strong>in</strong>g l<strong>in</strong>k: https://pdl.ddec.pr.gov/<br />
If <strong>in</strong>terested, please contact Mrs. Elizabeth Reyes Employer Coord<strong>in</strong>ator<br />
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Estudia<br />
3<br />
golf<br />
t<strong>our</strong>nament<br />
2nd <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong><br />
Fundación Puerto Rico Estudia,<br />
FPRE, is a non-pr<strong>of</strong><strong>it</strong> organization<br />
created by one <strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> young<br />
Palmeñas, Andrea Flores Pérez w<strong>it</strong>h<br />
the help <strong>of</strong> her father, Rafi Flores as<br />
well as many golf players and sponsors<br />
who make <strong>it</strong> possible that many<br />
young students pursue their Graduate<br />
studies.<br />
“Fundación Puerto Rico Estudia<br />
relies solely on donations and fundrais<strong>in</strong>g<br />
activ<strong>it</strong>ies to fund students’<br />
tu<strong>it</strong>ion. Last month, FPRE hosted<br />
their most important fundrais<strong>in</strong>g<br />
event <strong>of</strong> the year: Fundación Puerto<br />
Rico Study Golf Classic, Second Ed<strong>it</strong>ion,<br />
at the <strong>Palmas</strong> Athletic Club golf<br />
c<strong>our</strong>se at <strong>Palmas</strong> del Mar w<strong>it</strong>h more<br />
than <strong>13</strong>0 players. Fundación Puerto<br />
Rico Estudia, <strong>it</strong>’s more than just<br />
help<strong>in</strong>g people f<strong>in</strong>ancially - we‘re<br />
giv<strong>in</strong>g them the chance to use their<br />
superpower to change the island for<br />
the better. No one should be lim<strong>it</strong>ed<br />
by their economic or social status.”,<br />
said Andrea Flores. This is a great <strong>in</strong><strong>it</strong>iative<br />
<strong>of</strong> a young woman, who is a<br />
student herself.<br />
Raul A. Zur<strong>in</strong>aga Porrata<br />
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Lic. 7386<br />
Tel. (787) 501-5057<br />
E-Mail : rzur<strong>in</strong>aga@gmail.com<br />
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San Juan, PR<br />
00910-1809
And the w<strong>in</strong>ners are...<br />
memory<br />
<strong>of</strong> a father<br />
By Roberto Velázquez<br />
Remember<strong>in</strong>g keeps the memory and legacy <strong>of</strong> those<br />
we loved, but lost, alive! It keeps us dream<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> past<br />
loved ones, while celebrat<strong>in</strong>g their lives and legacy.<br />
Even though, as soon as we are born, we are dy<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
remember<strong>in</strong>g dear lost ones, do make them live forever<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> hearts and spir<strong>it</strong>. I<br />
did lose my best friend and<br />
father, Roberto Velazquez, <strong>in</strong><br />
July 2020…another victim <strong>of</strong><br />
cancer. In keep<strong>in</strong>g his memory<br />
alive, I wanted to share<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h you all a b<strong>it</strong> the story <strong>of</strong><br />
a great man, who loved to<br />
live <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>. He was born<br />
& raised Humacaeño and<br />
an adopted Palmeño. I ventured<br />
to become a Palmeño<br />
<strong>in</strong> 2009 and my father followed<br />
later on too. Conv<strong>in</strong>c<strong>in</strong>g<br />
him to move full time<br />
to <strong>Palmas</strong>, was very easy<br />
<strong>in</strong>deed, <strong>it</strong> was about the<br />
beautiful ambiance, the very<br />
nice people, be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> a safe<br />
place, and <strong>of</strong> c<strong>our</strong>se there<br />
was so much to do. Retir<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> to him, was about<br />
walks, nature, people and friends. My sister & I had the<br />
peace <strong>of</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d that <strong>our</strong> beloved dad was safe and happy<br />
<strong>in</strong> the <strong>Palmas</strong> commun<strong>it</strong>y. We like to thank all <strong>of</strong> his<br />
dear <strong>Palmas</strong> friends, whom so car<strong>in</strong>gly were a part <strong>of</strong><br />
his life. Now that he passed away, we have the comfort<br />
to know that he lived a long, happy and lov<strong>in</strong>g life. And<br />
some <strong>of</strong> his best <strong>years</strong>, tearfully his lasts, were here at<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong>. As saddened by the loss as we are, we stand<br />
proud <strong>of</strong> his life and legacy. We remember the memory<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>our</strong> father by dream<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> him be<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> a better<br />
place, dearly at god’s side, forever <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> m<strong>in</strong>ds, and<br />
everlast<strong>in</strong>gly <strong>in</strong> <strong>our</strong> hearts. Love you forever dear father<br />
and friend. L<br />
PTO<br />
A Message from<br />
The <strong>Palmas</strong> Academy<br />
PTO Board:<br />
We would like to take this opportun<strong>it</strong>y to thank the<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y for their cont<strong>in</strong>ued support <strong>of</strong> The <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
Academy (TPA). For over 25 <strong>years</strong> The <strong>Palmas</strong> Academy<br />
has been an <strong>in</strong>tegral part <strong>in</strong> develop<strong>in</strong>g and prepar<strong>in</strong>g<br />
students by foster<strong>in</strong>g creativ<strong>it</strong>y and leadership<br />
through <strong>it</strong>s academic programs. Graduates have gone<br />
on to become leaders <strong>in</strong> their respective fields and represent<br />
Dolph<strong>in</strong> pride all over the world. Along the way<br />
<strong>of</strong> this great j<strong>our</strong>ney, there have been challenges from<br />
natural disasters to the most recent global pandemic.<br />
Schools across the world have been forced to adapt to<br />
an ever-chang<strong>in</strong>g set <strong>of</strong> guidel<strong>in</strong>es over the last year<br />
and TPA has been no different. However, through any<br />
such challenge, the outcome has been the same- a re<strong>new</strong>ed<br />
spir<strong>it</strong> and resilient desire to succeed. The dedication,<br />
tenac<strong>it</strong>y, and comm<strong>it</strong>ment from <strong>our</strong> parents,<br />
teachers, and <strong>our</strong> surround<strong>in</strong>g area is the reason The<br />
<strong>Palmas</strong> Academy rema<strong>in</strong>s a pillar <strong>of</strong> the commun<strong>it</strong>y.<br />
Once aga<strong>in</strong>, we thank you for y<strong>our</strong> cont<strong>in</strong>ued support<br />
and look forward to the <strong>2021</strong>-2022 school year.<br />
Go<br />
Dolph<strong>in</strong>s!
ed<strong>it</strong>ors<br />
One year after the pandemic ...<br />
Last year around this time, just the day before the<br />
<strong>April</strong> 2020 cover photo was taken, the government<br />
announced the first shutdown and <strong>our</strong> lives<br />
went on mandatory hiatus. Everyth<strong>in</strong>g stopped<br />
still. Among them was <strong>our</strong> <strong>Live</strong> & Life <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong><br />
<strong>April</strong> 2020 <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong> that was not published. We all<br />
entered a state <strong>of</strong> collective shock because we did not believe what<br />
we were liv<strong>in</strong>g. There were so many doubts about the Coronavirus<br />
at that time and the “street scientist” did not wa<strong>it</strong>. All types <strong>of</strong> misconceptions<br />
were spread <strong>in</strong> social media and other media, as well<br />
as the proliferation <strong>of</strong> memes and jokes. It was so shock<strong>in</strong>g to realize<br />
that we could not get together w<strong>it</strong>h <strong>our</strong> friends and family, <strong>in</strong><br />
my case, my daughter could not vis<strong>it</strong> me. She<br />
would vis<strong>it</strong> me and stay <strong>in</strong> the park<strong>in</strong>g lot <strong>in</strong><br />
front <strong>of</strong> my villa <strong>in</strong> a beach chair. It was the first<br />
time I cried <strong>of</strong> helplessness and deep sadness.<br />
Not be<strong>in</strong>g able to hug my daughter !!! Inconceivable.<br />
And so, l<strong>it</strong>tle by l<strong>it</strong>tle we adapted to<br />
<strong>our</strong> <strong>new</strong> real<strong>it</strong>y and began to use <strong>our</strong> Puerto<br />
Rican <strong>in</strong>genu<strong>it</strong>y to meet cybernetically<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h the famous Zooms.<br />
Believe <strong>it</strong> or not I had a 7 h<strong>our</strong><br />
social gather<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>it</strong>h my friends<br />
from SJ. There was one <strong>of</strong> my<br />
friends that even went to a meet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and came back to the Zoom<br />
get together. We downloaded exercise<br />
programs from the Internet and sometimes we<br />
would get together (virtually) to do the rout<strong>in</strong>es. In my house<br />
I started us<strong>in</strong>g a green area beh<strong>in</strong>d my villa that was never<br />
used before, which my sister called “La Plaza de la Libertad”/<br />
Liberty Square (she even made a plaque for <strong>it</strong>). We chose<br />
the name Liberty Square because there we could meet at a<br />
distance and w<strong>it</strong>h masks. Each one brought their beach chair<br />
and snacks (remember we couldn’t share food at that time)<br />
and we had a good time together, pray<strong>in</strong>g that <strong>it</strong> wouldn’t ra<strong>in</strong><br />
because if <strong>it</strong> ra<strong>in</strong>ed the meet<strong>in</strong>g would be over. One day we were<br />
there w<strong>it</strong>h umbrellas, until the ra<strong>in</strong> got worse and each <strong>of</strong> us had to<br />
go home. Another <strong>of</strong> my many bless<strong>in</strong>gs has been hav<strong>in</strong>g two <strong>of</strong><br />
my sisters and my brother liv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>. There are 4 <strong>of</strong> us liv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong> now and this has been very supportive. We called each<br />
other, we went for walks and we supported each other w<strong>it</strong>h the purchases<br />
and supplies <strong>of</strong> the pandemic. Now vacc<strong>in</strong>ated, we see each<br />
other more comfortably! Although there is one <strong>of</strong> my sisters who I<br />
believe that she and her husband will never stop wear<strong>in</strong>g a mask! I<br />
will not mention names. LOL. I also have to give cred<strong>it</strong> to my group<br />
<strong>of</strong> friends who throughout this year have been present giv<strong>in</strong>g me<br />
LETTER<br />
their support and friendship,<br />
always look<strong>in</strong>g for ways to get<br />
together <strong>in</strong> a safe way. I have<br />
to also recognize this wonderful<br />
commun<strong>it</strong>y that for the most<br />
part has respected the standards established by the Department<br />
<strong>of</strong> Health. We have also been lucky enough to live <strong>in</strong> a<br />
large open space such as <strong>Palmas</strong> w<strong>it</strong>h a cont<strong>in</strong>uous tropical<br />
sea breeze and fresh air.<br />
Now, we are start<strong>in</strong>g a <strong>new</strong> stage where, once vacc<strong>in</strong>ated, we<br />
are enter<strong>in</strong>g some sort <strong>of</strong> normalcy. Certa<strong>in</strong>ly a great relief,<br />
but we have not yet reached the end <strong>of</strong> the tunnel. At the<br />
close <strong>of</strong> this <strong>ed<strong>it</strong>ion</strong> I heard the PR Secretary <strong>of</strong> Health affirm<br />
that the cases are <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g and the pos<strong>it</strong>iv<strong>it</strong>y rate has doubled<br />
from 4% to 8.3%!! (Accord<strong>in</strong>g to the World Health Organization,<br />
the virus is controlled when this rate, along w<strong>it</strong>h other<br />
factors, do not exceed 5%). The<br />
s<strong>it</strong>uation is worry<strong>in</strong>g because<br />
w<strong>it</strong>h the <strong>new</strong> stra<strong>in</strong>s, even the<br />
Lissette Rosado, Ed<strong>it</strong>or<br />
vacc<strong>in</strong>ated do not know how protected<br />
we are. This is not over yet!<br />
Take care friends, we’ve come this<br />
far, let’s not lower <strong>our</strong> guard. Grateful<br />
to life for allow<strong>in</strong>g me<br />
to spend this year <strong>in</strong> health<br />
and san<strong>it</strong>y (well... more or<br />
less). Thanks to my commun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
and my family for that<br />
support as <strong>in</strong>dispensable as<br />
the air. We are a great commun<strong>it</strong>y that I am proud <strong>of</strong>. Take care <strong>of</strong><br />
y<strong>our</strong>self, y<strong>our</strong> neighbors and friends. L<br />
“Thanks to<br />
my family, friends<br />
and commun<strong>it</strong>y<br />
for their support<br />
dur<strong>in</strong>g these<br />
difficult times.”<br />
APRIL | MAY | JUNE <strong>2021</strong> VOL <strong>13</strong> NUM 2<br />
Bathrooms<br />
RENEW | REMODEL | REBUILD<br />
PARENTHOOD<br />
<strong>in</strong> <strong>Palmas</strong>...<br />
<strong>13</strong> <strong>years</strong> live&lifeIN PALMAS<br />
APRIL | MAY | JUNE <strong>2021</strong> VOL <strong>13</strong> NUM 2<br />
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