February 2011

Love & Money
Financial planning is certainly about money, but more importantly, it is about people and their relationship with money. Though this may sound corny or trite, my experience in this profession has taught me that all the good advice in the world is irrelevant if the…
Hilton Head Prep Performing Arts: FOOTLOOSE - Spring 2011
For the cast of Footloose, it’s all in the family Following much applause for last fall’s hit production Little Shop of Horrors, the Performing Arts Department at Hilton Head Preparatory School isn’t resting on its laurels. In the upcoming February production of Footloose, students will be…
FEBRUARY 2011: Charity Corner - Food For Thought: Annual Cooks and Books Serves Up It's Fifth Course
“Compliments to the chefs,” said Stephen Stewart about the 5th Annual Cooks & Books fête, a fundraiser for Literacy Voluneers of the Lowcountry to be held February 20 at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. Stewart, executive chef at TidePointe, a Vi Community on…
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
JANUARY 12TH, 2010 It’s 6 a.m. on a cold Wednesday morning. The bright January sun starts to rise over the north side of Beaufort County, its first rays illuminating an empty home on the outskirts of town. The sidewalks are swarming with people, the roads filled…
LOVE
Love. How can four little letters be so complicated? I mean most other four-letter words are quite self-explanatory. Right? Dictionary.com shows 14 definitions, seven verb uses, six idioms, and 16 synonyms for the word “love.” That’s 43 potential meanings behind those four letters. Now, throw…
What Color Is LOVE?
PINK Pink roses are sent to convey admiration, joy or appreciation. They are among the most common roses growing in the wild. The shade of pink can be used to convey different messages. Dark pink roses denote gratitude and are often sent as a thank-you. Light…
FEBRUARY 2011: Series Of Fortunate Events
Beaufort Family Dentistry
Juxtaposition is a fun word you don’t get to use all that often, but it’s a word that fits just perfectly to describe the mix-and-match feelings of warmth, energy, technology, sophistication and hominess of the Beaufort Family Dentistry offices on Ribaut Road in Beaufort. This is…
FEBRUARY 2011: A Message From Your Mayor (Hilton Head Island and Bluffton)
Thanks to CH2 magazine, I plan to write a monthly article on Town government topics and issues that impact you. As your new mayor, I want to communicate in every way I can with residents, and by “communicate,” I mean I want to hear from…
Heritage Animal Hospital: Observations From The Woof Of An Animal's Mouth
The notion of animal dentistry is hilarious, unless you’re a dog, a cat or a fish—okay, maybe a fish is still hilarious. But the concept of dogs’ and cats’ oral hygiene being connected to canine and feline maladies elsewhere in their bodies is rapidly being…
Dental Department: Life-changing Dentistry - All-On-4 Technique Offers Pure Freedom From Dentures
Millions of people wear complete dentures or are facing the eventual loss of their teeth. There are many reasons teeth can be lost such as tooth decay, bone loss (periodontal disease), trauma or severe wear. Some people manage to wear complete or partial dentures with…
Take Control Of Your IRA: Become Truly Self-Directed
You have worked hard your entire life, saved money and contributed to your retirement accounts. Now you are retired and are drawing on the income and possibly principal from your investments. You want to take charge of your investments but only have access to stocks…
FEBRUARY 2011: Wine Talk
Oh, February the month of red and pink, cupids and hearts, hugs and kisses. In the past, I have written about what wine pairs with chocolate, how to celebrate Valentine’s Day with wine and friends, and of course, Red, White and Rosé. This year I…
Dental Department: Q&A With Dr. Brian C. Low
Q: What do you see as the greatest advancement in dentistry over the past 20 years? A: The development of dental implants has greatly changed the way dentistry is practiced today and has significantly improved the quality of life of many of our patients. More recently,…
FEBRUARY 2011: Letters To The Editor...
Dear Ms. Washo, On behalf of the staff and families of the First Presbyterian Day School, I want to thank you for the publication of Christmas Concert Warms the Heart, featured in the November issue of CH2. The article written by Melissa Koch truly captured…
FEBRUARY 2011: He Says, She Says - Gun Control
Gun control is one of the more divisive issues in American politics. I have a healthy respect for guns, and I have no problem with any law-abiding citizen owning a gun. You’ll notice that I said law-abiding. If you’re a convicted criminal or are mentally…
Jump & Phil...And A Moose Named Waldo
“I always thought that every great bar should have a moose,” said co-owner Phil Henry, seated tableside a few feet below the animal’s permanently mounted perch at Jump and Phil’s, a locals favorite on Hilton Head Island. Like many of the (literally) hundreds of items…
Valentines Day GIFT GUIDE
FEBRUARY 2011: Golf Tips From A Pro - The Art Of Scoring, Part 1: Chipping
I am often asked, “Next to putting, what is the biggest difference between a fine amateur and a touring professional?” My response is, “Three things: short game, short game and short game.” The short game includes pitching but especially chipping. Unlike pitch shots, chip shots…
Small Business: Did Anybody Try To Talk You Out Of It?
“Oh, yeah! Almost every single person that we spoke to said it was a bad investment,” said insurance agent-turned-bar owner Rob Hummel. “Although people closest to us said, ‘You guys can make this happen,’ there were those who said, ‘Are you guys crazy?’” (From Left to…
FEBRUARY 2011: Editor's Note - Momma Morgan
Ever since I have known Morgan O’Banion Hodsdon (our director of sales) her bright Irish eyes have had babies in them. It was kind of a running joke. I saw a puppy and would coo; she saw a baby and would coo. In March of…
FEBRUARY 2011: Our Town - "A Red Carpet Affair" - Hospice Care Of The Lowcountry’s February Event
Guests may think they’ve landed on Hollywood Boulevard when they arrive at Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s Hospice and Hearts Event. “A Red Carpet Affair” is the theme for the third annual event, and organizers have gone all out to ensure guests feel nothing short…
Super Bowl / NFL
Let’s break down the Super Bowl matchup. Kill! Kill! Kill! (That’s an audible, and it means I’m changing the play at the line of scrimmage). I can’t break down the Super Bowl matchup, because my deadline was a month ago, so I’m speaking to you from…
Bright Young Man Returns to Grow BIG Business on Hilton Head Island
Lee Edwards, one of Hilton Head Island’s brightest young entrepreneurs, speaks of The Greenery’s success and his hopes for the future. The old adage, “The more things change, the more they stay the same,” resonates with Edwards, who today presides at the business his father…
Financial planning is certainly about money, but more importantly, it is about people and their relationship with money. Though this may sound corny or trite, my experience in this profession has taught me that all the good advice in the world is irrelevant if the…
Hilton Head Prep Performing Arts: FOOTLOOSE - Spring 2011
For the cast of Footloose, it’s all in the family Following much applause for last fall’s hit production Little Shop of Horrors, the Performing Arts Department at Hilton Head Preparatory School isn’t resting on its laurels. In the upcoming February production of Footloose, students will be…
FEBRUARY 2011: Charity Corner - Food For Thought: Annual Cooks and Books Serves Up It's Fifth Course
“Compliments to the chefs,” said Stephen Stewart about the 5th Annual Cooks & Books fête, a fundraiser for Literacy Voluneers of the Lowcountry to be held February 20 at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. Stewart, executive chef at TidePointe, a Vi Community on…
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
JANUARY 12TH, 2010 It’s 6 a.m. on a cold Wednesday morning. The bright January sun starts to rise over the north side of Beaufort County, its first rays illuminating an empty home on the outskirts of town. The sidewalks are swarming with people, the roads filled…
LOVE
Love. How can four little letters be so complicated? I mean most other four-letter words are quite self-explanatory. Right? Dictionary.com shows 14 definitions, seven verb uses, six idioms, and 16 synonyms for the word “love.” That’s 43 potential meanings behind those four letters. Now, throw…
What Color Is LOVE?
PINK Pink roses are sent to convey admiration, joy or appreciation. They are among the most common roses growing in the wild. The shade of pink can be used to convey different messages. Dark pink roses denote gratitude and are often sent as a thank-you. Light…
FEBRUARY 2011: Series Of Fortunate Events
Aniston Nicole Stalvey, 13-year-old daughter of Business Owner: Priscilla Bennett of Coastal Palms has been scouted by Cartoon Network and will be attending the Summer Acting Program at The New York Film Academy in Los Angeles, CA this summer.
Beaufort Family Dentistry
Juxtaposition is a fun word you don’t get to use all that often, but it’s a word that fits just perfectly to describe the mix-and-match feelings of warmth, energy, technology, sophistication and hominess of the Beaufort Family Dentistry offices on Ribaut Road in Beaufort. This is…
FEBRUARY 2011: A Message From Your Mayor (Hilton Head Island and Bluffton)
Thanks to CH2 magazine, I plan to write a monthly article on Town government topics and issues that impact you. As your new mayor, I want to communicate in every way I can with residents, and by “communicate,” I mean I want to hear from…
Heritage Animal Hospital: Observations From The Woof Of An Animal's Mouth
The notion of animal dentistry is hilarious, unless you’re a dog, a cat or a fish—okay, maybe a fish is still hilarious. But the concept of dogs’ and cats’ oral hygiene being connected to canine and feline maladies elsewhere in their bodies is rapidly being…
Dental Department: Life-changing Dentistry - All-On-4 Technique Offers Pure Freedom From Dentures
Millions of people wear complete dentures or are facing the eventual loss of their teeth. There are many reasons teeth can be lost such as tooth decay, bone loss (periodontal disease), trauma or severe wear. Some people manage to wear complete or partial dentures with…
Take Control Of Your IRA: Become Truly Self-Directed
You have worked hard your entire life, saved money and contributed to your retirement accounts. Now you are retired and are drawing on the income and possibly principal from your investments. You want to take charge of your investments but only have access to stocks…
FEBRUARY 2011: Wine Talk
Oh, February the month of red and pink, cupids and hearts, hugs and kisses. In the past, I have written about what wine pairs with chocolate, how to celebrate Valentine’s Day with wine and friends, and of course, Red, White and Rosé. This year I…
Dental Department: Q&A With Dr. Brian C. Low
Q: What do you see as the greatest advancement in dentistry over the past 20 years? A: The development of dental implants has greatly changed the way dentistry is practiced today and has significantly improved the quality of life of many of our patients. More recently,…
FEBRUARY 2011: Letters To The Editor...
Dear Ms. Washo, On behalf of the staff and families of the First Presbyterian Day School, I want to thank you for the publication of Christmas Concert Warms the Heart, featured in the November issue of CH2. The article written by Melissa Koch truly captured…
FEBRUARY 2011: He Says, She Says - Gun Control
Gun control is one of the more divisive issues in American politics. I have a healthy respect for guns, and I have no problem with any law-abiding citizen owning a gun. You’ll notice that I said law-abiding. If you’re a convicted criminal or are mentally…
Jump & Phil...And A Moose Named Waldo
“I always thought that every great bar should have a moose,” said co-owner Phil Henry, seated tableside a few feet below the animal’s permanently mounted perch at Jump and Phil’s, a locals favorite on Hilton Head Island. Like many of the (literally) hundreds of items…
Valentines Day GIFT GUIDE
Celebrate HER on Valentine’s Day with a variety of deluxe spa & beauty packages…or this pretty pink robe!
FEBRUARY 2011: Golf Tips From A Pro - The Art Of Scoring, Part 1: Chipping
I am often asked, “Next to putting, what is the biggest difference between a fine amateur and a touring professional?” My response is, “Three things: short game, short game and short game.” The short game includes pitching but especially chipping. Unlike pitch shots, chip shots…
Small Business: Did Anybody Try To Talk You Out Of It?
“Oh, yeah! Almost every single person that we spoke to said it was a bad investment,” said insurance agent-turned-bar owner Rob Hummel. “Although people closest to us said, ‘You guys can make this happen,’ there were those who said, ‘Are you guys crazy?’” (From Left to…
FEBRUARY 2011: Editor's Note - Momma Morgan
Ever since I have known Morgan O’Banion Hodsdon (our director of sales) her bright Irish eyes have had babies in them. It was kind of a running joke. I saw a puppy and would coo; she saw a baby and would coo. In March of…
FEBRUARY 2011: Our Town - "A Red Carpet Affair" - Hospice Care Of The Lowcountry’s February Event
Guests may think they’ve landed on Hollywood Boulevard when they arrive at Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s Hospice and Hearts Event. “A Red Carpet Affair” is the theme for the third annual event, and organizers have gone all out to ensure guests feel nothing short…
Super Bowl / NFL
Let’s break down the Super Bowl matchup. Kill! Kill! Kill! (That’s an audible, and it means I’m changing the play at the line of scrimmage). I can’t break down the Super Bowl matchup, because my deadline was a month ago, so I’m speaking to you from…
Bright Young Man Returns to Grow BIG Business on Hilton Head Island
Lee Edwards, one of Hilton Head Island’s brightest young entrepreneurs, speaks of The Greenery’s success and his hopes for the future. The old adage, “The more things change, the more they stay the same,” resonates with Edwards, who today presides at the business his father…
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