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TequesTa profile from page 1 a yearlong veterinary Thank you to the Wine in the Wild 2025 Premiere Sponsors:
internship program Sharon E. Glasrud, The Murray and Sylvana Klein Family
vacation packages including b e t we e n B u sc h Foundation, Don and Penny Pray, George and Paula Michel,
a six-night stay in a luxury Wildlife Sanctuary and Town & Country Feed & Supply, Inc., Jupiter Magazine, Brian
villa in Belize for eight guests Loggerhead Marinelife Marketing Group, and Shaw-Ross International Importers.
and a private villa in Bali for Center beginning in Photos by Brian Marketing Group
six guests. July.
The night ended with “None of this would
an inspiring message from be possible without
Chief Executive Officer the ongoing support Sarah Beattie and Astrid, the red-
Amy Kight, who highlighted and dedication of our tailed hawk
the many additions made community,” Kight said.
to the nonprofit’s state-of- “Their commitment truly drives our progress, and together, we’re
the-art facility in the last building a brighter future for our wildlife and environment.”
year – including a children’s Aaron Zigelsky and ViHo the The Sixth Annual Wine in the Wild was the nonprofit’s most
playground and custom-build barn owl successful year yet, raising nearly $300,000, with all proceeds
ponds for the river otter and directly benefiting Busch Wildlife Sanctuary’s mission.
black bear habitats – in addition to exciting milestones ahead. The organization has been a staple in the community since
“We are beyond excited to unveil incredible new initiatives established in 1983, providing lifesaving care to thousands of
that will help us further our mission and serve the community sick, injured, and orphaned wild animals annually and invaluable Lloyd Schiller and Brooke Silvia Zervos and Jack
on a global platform,” Kight said, alluding to the construction environmental education to residents of all ages. For more Samples Wegman
of South Florida’s largest rehabilitation flight enclosure and information, visit www.buschwildlife.org.

The Singles Scene Column ©

Real Talk: Your Love Life for the faint of heart—it’s a combat sport. You will take a few
By Kelly Leary, M.S. hits along the way, but you must keep going if you want to
& Miranda Capparelli score the touchdown.
(The Award-Winning Know Your League
Matchmakers) It’s crucial to understand what “league” you should
be dating in. You can’t be a third-string player on a
“To truly change the community football team and expect to date the head cheerleader Ed and Juli Rutkowski Max and Joseph McNamara
way we approach love, we of an NFL team. If you have incredibly high standards, make sure
have to go to the source your attributes match what you’re looking for in a partner. Ask a
of everything we do: our brutally honest friend or, better yet, ask your matchmaker. We’ll
minds.” — Todd Perelmuter give you the truth (while your friends might sugarcoat it). Most
Romance has arrived of our clients appreciate this transparency.
and you have front row
seats. Cupid’s arrow is Optimism and Open-mindedness
aimed, and couples are Remember, there is a pot for every lid. Don’t let low
falling in love all over town, self-esteem hold you back from believing in love. If
thanks to us. February is all you find yourself thinking, “No one will ever love me,” STOP.
about LOVE. Whether you’re actively looking for it or quietly You are lovable, and you deserve the best partner in the world.
wishing for it, LOVE is on everyone’s mind this month. You Start telling yourself: “I am lovable, and love is on its way.” Stay
can run, but you can’t hide from the magic of Valentine’s Day. optimistic, and get off that negative train—it’s headed nowhere.
So, how is your love life? (Take a moment to think about it). Is that really where you want to go?
Do you need a little extra help from our sweet, professional
cupids this month? Well, good news—we’re right here in your More Amazing Singles Than Ever
local area, ready to help! As always, don’t forget to share this We’re excited to report that we’re meeting more Cristie Pela and Laura Ferrick
valuable info with your single family and friends—especially incredible, like-minded singles than at any other time
during this inspiring month. They might just be more motivated in our history. Nationwide exposure and a recent article
to take action than they think. in The Shiny Sheet have been an astronomical experience for
the club and its members. Times have changed, and so has
The Power of a Two-Some our matchmaking style. New candidates for men and women
Countless studies have shown that we’re at our best are walking through our doors every day. Our database is
when we’re in a healthy relationship. It’s not money, fame, or growing and ever-changing, and the quality of matches pack
beauty that brings true happiness—it’s togetherness. We ask a powerful punch.
people of all ages—from 20 to 80-plus—what their happiest
moments have been, and the overwhelming answer is always The Right People Are Out There
the same: “The best time of my life was when I was in a loving, We feel so fortunate to work with such attractive,
committed relationship.” successful, and positive clients. Our clients are too
wise and too busy for the bar scene or online dating. They
It Makes Perfect Sense want quality, and they deserve it too.
When you’re in a relationship, you have someone In honor of love month, here’s one final piece of advice.
to share life’s joys with, and someone to lean on during the “Treat yourself the way you want to be treated by others.
tough times. You have a partner to help you plan your future, Love yourself, and you will be loved.” Love the world, and it Donna MacKay, SallyAnn Weger, Susan Johnson, John
and a person who becomes your rock, your sounding board, will love you back. It’s the LOVE MOVEMENT. Join us and and Pam Evans
and your biggest cheerleader. Two beats one, any day of the enroll today--before we book solid!
week. Not only does this connection improve your emotional Happy Valentine’s Day Wishes and Caviar Dreams to all
health, but it’s also essential for your physical well-being. A of you! May you find love in 2025—with yourself and with
supportive relationship gives you something to look forward to others. We are obsessed with 2025 and can’t wait to make this
every day, and that’s crucial for mental and physical wellness. year even better—together!
Thank you for sharing your time with us today. We
Taking Responsibility for Your Love Life appreciate all of you.
Deep down, no one wants to be single forever. Yet, Xoxo – Kelly & Miranda
many will be alone this February—and possibly longer—
because they’re not owning their love life. They’re too comfy #34YearsOfExperience #WhyWaitJustDate #LoveOffline
in their comfort zones, waiting for something to happen instead #MatchmakingRoyalty #TellYourFriends
of making it happen. Some people blame others (or even an ex) #ComeAliveIn2025
for their single status, but here’s the truth: you are responsible
for your relationship status. Kelly Leary© has 34 years in the dating
industry and a master’s degree in clinical
Facing the Truth psychology. She has been written about
In the world of dating, it’s easy to get stuck in patterns in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm
of blaming external factors rather than reflecting on Beach and Modern Luxury Manhattan, Dana Storm, Gineen Ortega, Cindy Vofel, Sharmaine
our own actions, dating style, or mindset. Taking ownership The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, Mirabella
of your love life requires self-awareness, self-improvement, Stuart News, Jupiter Magazine, and
and a willingness to face the discomfort of stepping outside many more. Revolution Dating members
of your comfort zone. are pre-screened in person, including background checks.
Fear of rejection, getting hurt, or losing freedom often Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating
holds people back, but this is precisely what keeps them from is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing
finding happiness. Online dating is a risky platform, and we matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” through
get that. This is why we’re here! Unlike online dating, we vet their exclusive club memberships, Kelly and her Team also
every single candidate and connect with them personally. We provide feedback from your dates when appropriate. Mock
act as cheerleaders, and sometimes we hold up a mirror when Dates are available by request. Single Coaching Sessions and
we see our clients standing in their own way. Tough love leads Evaluations are also available by request for non-members or as
to success, and we’re fortunate that most of our clients listen an add-on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential
to us. *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a second
home in the Northeast/Tri-State Area. Call the central hotline
Taking Control Leads to Growth at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) or scan the QR code below to hold
Taking responsibility for your love life is a mindset your place in the club.
that opens the door to personal growth and increases your
chances of finding your grand finale relationship. Dating isn’t
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Newsted, Heather Johnston