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After Beating Cancer, It was during her marathon training that Stephanie Stephanie was also only 38 years old; 90 percent of

Stephanie Tufano Is Racing started experiencing “weird” stomach pains, difficulty colorectal cancer cases are diagnosed in individuals 50
years of age and older.
catching her breath, and a rapid heartbeat. When a
Toward Optimum Health physician friend recommended Stephanie make an Martin Health surgeon, Stephanie received a clean bill of
Once the tumor was removed by a Cleveland Clinic
appointment to have bloodwork done, she considered
Stephanie Tufano will putting it off. health. She did not require chemotherapy or any further
never forget the day she “I figured I was healthy, I was an athlete and ate a treatment.
was diagnosed with Stage plant-based diet,” she said. “When you catch colon cancer early and treat it early,
2 colorectal cancer. At the But Stephanie decided to take her friend’s advice. Her there is a good chance you can cure it,” Dr. Castro-Combs
time, she was a certified bloodwork showed she was very anemic, so she made an said.
running coach and health appointment to see Juan Castro-Combs, M.D., a Cleveland Following her diagnosis and surgery, Stephanie’s
coach and was working Clinic Martin Health gastroenterologist. After having a life returned to normal. “Had I not listened to my body
towards certification as a colonoscopy, Stephanie received the shocking news. and took the time to get checked out, I might have gone
personal trainer with the “I had a tumor in my colon the size of a cue ball,” she another six months to a year as the tumor kept growing,”
National Academy of Sports said. “I didn’t know what to expect. It was a scary time.” she said.
Medicine. She was also Dr. Castro-Combs said Stephanie’s case was unusual. Since her experience with cancer, Stephanie married
training to run in her second “She was fit and healthy and had no family history of her husband, Chris, and gave birth to their son the
ultramarathon. colon cancer.” following year.
curing her cancer. “Dr. Castro was wonderful,” she said.
She is grateful to Dr. Castro-Combs for finding and
The Singles Scene Column © opportunity to be a wife and mother and to continue to
Stephanie also feels fortunate to have been given the

pursue her passion of running and helping others achieve
Matchmaking Under The Mistletoe matchmaking system. We know it’s tough being single, newly a healthy lifestyle.
single, or widowed this time of year. However, you can simply Cleveland Clinic Martin Health provides patients with
By Kelly Leary, M.S. and proactively flip the script. There is someone out there the compassionate, comprehensive care they deserve, close
& Miranda Capperelli, who feels and thinks like you and is waiting to meet you too,
Special Holiday Edition especially in the here and now. to home. Visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org to learn more.
“A Very Merry Season and A gift of love (from YOU to YOU) will lift your spirits
a Happy New Year. instantly. Taking ACTION right now will change your vibe for
Let’s Hope it’s a Good One the whole month...even if you decide you want your first date library
without any Fear.” in January. You will enjoy your holiday more knowing you are
Season’s Greetings, a client and your file is set up and ready to go. You will also
friends. Welcome to the beat the New Year rush.
most magical time of the Understand, many of your married friends are faking it news
year. We are so glad you are through the holiday as if they were happy. Many will argue
here! As always, if you are and bicker, unfortunately. YOU are in a great situation. YOU
“spoken for” do share this are the designer of your love life, and YOU will choose who to
hopeful news with your single family and friends who may be kiss when the clock strikes twelve on New Year’s Eve with our Sandra Thurlow To Be
struggling this time of year. help. Your future is waiting on you. So, put your name in our
Dating in December is extra romantic. It’s the easiest time Santa Hat. New clients are revealed daily. It’s so impressive, Honored At 2024 Kiplinger
to choose date ideas and people are generally in a joyful mood. even more so in person, as we have met every one of our clients
First Date venue options abound! Imagine driving through your in-person in our private practice. Luncheon
favorite decked out holiday neighborhood or gift shopping at Know that December holds a mirror up and asks: “What
the mall with your new romantic beau. That would be a telling do you want this year, my dear?” or “How do you want to
second, third, or fourth date, right? How someone handles the end the year and start a new one?” I know what you want The Library
holiday season is often a window to how they handle their entire because you are reading this column. The next step is your Foundation of Martin
life. Think about it! responsibility. Make an appointment to meet us and we will County is pleased to
Cupid and Santa love to work in tandem too--as you now take care of the rest. announce that Sandra
know--making it even more possible for your dreams to come Wishing you an extraordinary Holiday Season and a Thurlow, a renowned
true. Even a giant Grinch can be transformed into a jolly soul Happy New Year!
this month. The odds of attracting a future partner are doubled Love more in 2024! local historian and
in December. (Keep in mind: This doesn’t mean you have to Thank you for sharing your time with us today. The love in author, will be honored
spend the high holidays together if you just started dating. You us honors the love in all of you. at the Kiplinger Literacy
don’t have to “meet the parents” yet...so to speak.) XoXo, Kelly & Miranda Award luncheon on
On the other hand, this time of year can bring on a case #BeatTheHolidayRush #GiftYourselfThisYear Monday, Jan. 22, 2024,
of the Holiday Blues. Don’t skip your meds, please. Be nice #HolidaySparks #WhyWaitJustDate #Connected #LoveOffline
to yourself. Studies show, if you don’t prioritize yourself this #TellYourFriends #LoveMoreIn2024 #GoodHeartedGals at Harbour Ridge Yacht
month, you will have regrets. You should not HALT dating just Revolution Dating Founder and and Country Club in
because it’s the holidays. Your children are likely grown and/ CEO, Kelly Leary, has 32 years in the Palm City.
or you may be a single parent of school age children, which is dating industry and a Master’s Degree The Kiplinger Literacy Award, named after the
all the more reason to gift yourself. Give yourself permission in Clinical Psychology. She has also distinguished journalist and publisher Knight Kiplinger,
to splurge on you. Your children will respect you for it. You been written about in The Palm Beach
should absolutely step it up. There is no gain in being a martyr. Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart recognizes individuals who have made extraordinary
It is also a bad example for your offspring to see you alone year News, Modern Luxury Palm Beach, contributions to the promotion of literacy and the love
after year. Your happiness will be a gift to them, too. and Modern Luxury Manhattan plus of reading in Martin County.
So, let your heart be light and end the year strong with ease many more. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened in Thurlow has written and coauthored several books on
and brilliance! Consider the following details before you write person including background checks. Professional photos are the history and culture of Martin County and the Treasure
down your December goals. It truly is a wonderful life when taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is NOT online dating or
you make the moments count. blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services Coast, such as Sewall’s Point: The History of a Peninsular
The Upside of Being Single in December: that make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club Community on Florida’s Treasure Coast, Historic Jensen
1. You don’t have to buy your romantic partner a gift. memberships, Kelly and her team and Eden on Florida’s Indian River, and Gilbert’s Bar
LOL (I’ve heard some men wait until after the holidays and also provide feedback from your dates House of Refuge: Home of History. She has also been
Valentine’s Day, in order to skip gift giving. Bah humbug, right? when appropriate. Mock Dates are involved in various historical preservation and education
Revolution Dating would shy away from representing a man available by request. Single Coaching
who thinks like this. i.e. This is NOT #MatchmakerApproved.) Sessions and Evaluations are also initiatives, such as the Stuart Heritage Museum, the Elliott
2. You can pick and choose where you want to go for holiday available by request for non-members Museum, and the Historical Society of Martin County.
gatherings. Yeah! No more long drives or flights to the in-laws! or as an add-on to some memberships. “Sandra Thurlow is a treasure of our community and a
3. You have more time for yourself and your family since *All inquiries are confidential. *By champion of literacy. Her books and lectures have enriched
you no longer have to split time between families. Celebrate demand, we now have a Manhattan/ our understanding of our past and inspired our appreciation
how you want to, and if you’re wise, join the club after you TriState area Hub for our many North We WON! Best
finish this article. By taking steps now, you can pre-empt East clients with two homes. Matchmaker of 2023! of our present. We are proud to recognize her with the 2024
that lonely defeated feeling. This is incredibly empowering. #WellDeserved Kiplinger Literacy Award,” said Michael Kenny, chief
Thank us later. executive officer of the Library Foundation of Martin County.
The DOWNSIDE of Being Single in December: The Kiplinger Literacy Award Luncheon will be
1. People will feel sorry for you, no matter what you say held at Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club in Palm
or think. (Most single people can’t stand to hear it. However,
they would benefit from your helpful advice.) City. The event will feature a keynote speech by Knight
2. You will be asked endless irritating questions that Kiplinger and the presentation of the award to Thurlow.
make your skin crawl: “Why are you still single?” Suddenly, Tickets and sponsorships are available at the Library
everyone is an expert. Foundation of Martin County website.
3. You will have no one to kiss on New Year’s Eve when The Library Foundation of Martin County is a
the ball drops (BIGGEST BUMMER EVER). Meet The Team: Miranda, Kelly, Don,
4. You will sleep alone on the most romantic nights of the Ron, & More! #LoveOffline #Winners nonprofit organization that supports the Martin County
year. Is it ever fun to sleep alone? (You are in a Danger Zone Meet Michelle Library System. For more information, visit www.
if you like to sleep alone. This means you have been alone & Alan, est. libraryfoundationmc.org or call (772) 221-1409.
too long. Be careful if it is you. Nip it in the bud while you October
have time.) 2023. Already Client photos are
THE GRAND SOLUTION: No matter what your age TRAVELING as taken on site. IDs &
is--30 or 80--you can find a new partner. We see it every day. an #RDcouple Background affirmed
Increase your odds of finding authentic and attractive people for accuracy.
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