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Stuart Chamber Happenings from page 8

These creative characters were in the running for the best costume
at the Stuart/Martin County Chamber’s October Business After
Hours at Investment Planning Group/Gillman, Shapiro &
Dillemuth, P.A. From left are Chamber Workforce Development Stuart/Martin County Chamber members gathered for a group photo at the Nov. 7 Operation Thank You Kickoff Breakfast
Coordinator Gina Masters; David and Erica Wilson, Right at before delivering more than 850 goody bags to fellow chamber members. Special thanks to sponsors 2J Data, All Area
Home; and Gary Ratay, Investment Planning Group. Roofing and MidFlorida Credit Union.

The Singles Scene Column ©

Matchmaking Under The Mistletoe matchmaking system. We know it’s tough being single, newly
single, or widowed this time of year. However, you can simply
By Kelly Leary, M.S. and proactively flip the script. There is someone out there
& Miranda Capperelli, who feels and thinks like you and is waiting to meet you too,
Special Holiday Edition especially in the here and now.
“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
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
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 As sponsor of the Stuart/Martin County Chamber’s Oct. 24
“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 Business B4 Breakfast, held at Children’s Services Council,
struggling this time of year. help. Your future is waiting on you. So, put your name in our Jessica Gosa (left) and Alexandra Lord, Treasure Coast Food
Dating in December is extra romantic. It’s the easiest time Santa Hat. New clients are revealed daily. It’s so impressive, Bank, described the multifaceted services they provide to
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 the Treasure Coast underserved community and the future
First Date venue options abound! Imagine driving through your in-person in our private practice. of the organization. Chamber Chairwoman/Trustee Dr. Lisa
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 Grassam-Smith, Grassam Spine & Wellness Center, right,
second, third, or fourth date, right? How someone handles the end the year and start a new one?” I know what you want thanked Jessica and Alexandra for their sponsorship.
holiday season is often a window to how they handle their entire because you are reading this column. The next step is your
life. Think about it! responsibility. Make an appointment to meet us and we will
Cupid and Santa love to work in tandem too--as you now take care of the rest.
know--making it even more possible for your dreams to come Wishing you an extraordinary Holiday Season and a
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!
in December. (Keep in mind: This doesn’t mean you have to Thank you for sharing your time with us today. The love in
spend the high holidays together if you just started dating. You us honors the love in all of you.
don’t have to “meet the parents” yet...so to speak.) XoXo, Kelly & Miranda
On the other hand, this time of year can bring on a case #BeatTheHolidayRush #GiftYourselfThisYear
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
month, you will have regrets. You should not HALT dating just Revolution Dating Founder and
because it’s the holidays. Your children are likely grown and/ CEO, Kelly Leary, has 32 years in the
or you may be a single parent of school age children, which is dating industry and a Master’s Degree
all the more reason to gift yourself. Give yourself permission in Clinical Psychology. She has also
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
It is also a bad example for your offspring to see you alone year News, Modern Luxury Palm Beach, Friendly competitors Scott and Georgette Beck, Beach Front
after year. Your happiness will be a gift to them, too. and Modern Luxury Manhattan plus Mann Real Estate and Diane Camara, Realty One Group
So, let your heart be light and end the year strong with ease many more. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened in Innovation, center, shared a good laugh at the Stuart/Martin
and brilliance! Consider the following details before you write person including background checks. Professional photos are County Chamber’s Oct. 24 Business B4 Breakfast, sponsored
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 by Treasure Coast Food Bank at Children’s Services Council.
The Upside of Being Single in December: that make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club
1. You don’t have to buy your romantic partner a gift. memberships, Kelly and her team
LOL (I’ve heard some men wait until after the holidays and also provide feedback from your dates
Valentine’s Day, in order to skip gift giving. Bah humbug, right? when appropriate. Mock Dates are
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
2. You can pick and choose where you want to go for holiday available by request for non-members
gatherings. Yeah! No more long drives or flights to the in-laws! or as an add-on to some memberships.
3. You have more time for yourself and your family since *All inquiries are confidential. *By
you no longer have to split time between families. Celebrate demand, we now have a Manhattan/
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!
that lonely defeated feeling. This is incredibly empowering. #WellDeserved
Thank us later.
The DOWNSIDE of Being Single in December:
1. People will feel sorry for you, no matter what you say
or think. (Most single people can’t stand to hear it. However,
they would benefit from your helpful advice.)
2. You will be asked endless irritating questions that Stuart/Martin County Chamber members kicked off Halloween
make your skin crawl: “Why are you still single?” Suddenly, in style as they enjoyed a festive Business B4 Breakfast at the
everyone is an expert. new Chill Room of Stuart. Chamber Chairwoman/Trustee
3. You will have no one to kiss on New Year’s Eve when Dr. Lisa Grassam-Smith, Grassam Spine & Wellness Center
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 thanked Timofey and Vadim Formozal for hosting and
year. Is it ever fun to sleep alone? (You are in a Danger Zone Meet Michelle sponsoring the event.
if you like to sleep alone. This means you have been alone & Alan, est.
too long. Be careful if it is you. Nip it in the bud while you October Stuart Chamber Happenings on page 10
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.
to date with bravado and faith in our 32-year sustainable #SOLD #NoCatfish